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Participant drops out are program design feedback insights in disguise. We don’t often think of former participants as a source of program design feedback. We mostly tweak our programs and services based on program design feedback from participants who stay. However, in getting feedback from participants who leave, we often discover ways to build stronger programs. […]

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Try this out and let me know how it goes. Learning from program participants who leave? Have you ever considered this? Understanding why participants leave a program can provide valuable insights for improvement. Instead of viewing dropouts as failures, organizations can learn from them to refine program structure, engagement strategies, and outreach. Understanding why someone […]

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Retention isn’t the whole story. Participant retention is often one of the first metrics that comes to mind when we think of a program or service’s success. A high participant retention rate can signal program success, but is it the best indicator of program impact? What if we looked at retention differently? Instead of focusing […]

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Participant dropout is a reality in programs. Learn why participants leave, the impact on retention, and how to improve engagement.

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Congratulations! Landing a grant feels great—it’s validation that your work matters and your approach is solid. But the work doesn’t stop when the money arrives. In fact, securing funding is just the beginning. Building sustainable evaluation practices helps your organization measure progress, stay on top of program updates, and be positioned for future funding opportunities. […]

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