Member-Get-A-Member

As a CTAT member, you understand the value of our dynamic network of professionals making a difference in career and technical education programs in districts and colleges across Texas. You know about the news briefs and resources CTAT provides to enrich your career. You know about the high-quality professional development and our commitment to ensuring a better educational experience for students.

Now it's time for you to share that knowledge with your colleagues.

As an active member, you are the best advocate for membership. Colleague referrals are the number one tool in educating others about the benefits of membership with CTAT. To help you in this endeavor, we have put together a number of resources you can share with your colleagues. And, if there are other things you need, just let us know and we will make every effort to get you what you need.

Recruitment Tips

Recruiting new members is simple when you keep the following tips in mind:

• Identify the best prospects. Review your network of colleagues, starting with those in your school and Area, and identify those who could benefit from CTAT and ACTE membership. When meeting new individuals, consider asking them if they are a member. A roster of non-members in your Area is posted on your Area homepage.
• Know the benefits of membership. CTAT and ACTE provide a wealth of benefits to members. Why did you join, and what have you found most beneficial? Hearing your personal opinion will influence their decision to join.
  Keep membership materials close. Always keep CTAT membership brochures and forms in your office or when attending a professional event. If you need more, please contact CTAT at membership@ctat.org.
• Focus on their needs. Ask questions about their professional goals and what kind of information they are seeking. Identify and highlight the benefits of greatest value. This is a perfect opportunity to give examples of how CTAT has benefited your career, especially when your goals are in alignment.
• Close with a plan of action. Walk them through the membership form process. Direct them to www.ctat.org/join or give them a form to complete. Don't forget to provide them with your name to ensure you receive credit once they join.
• Follow up. Touch base in a few weeks to politely inquire to see if they joined or have any questions. If they haven't already joined, this follow-up can serve as a reminder to do so. And if they have, it's nice to welcome them to the Association.

Membership Tools

Membership form
Membership brochure
Sample recruitment letter (MS Word to allow for editing)
Membership presentation
Membership flyer (pdf to include in school or organization newsletter)