If you are considering face-to-face contact, is it because:
___You want to reach a small number of people
___You have the available time
___The people you're recruiting are especially important
If you are considering phone contact, is it because:
___The prospective members are unavailable for meeting but are available by phone
___You already know the people
___The request is relatively simple
If you are considering a letter, is it because:
___You have a large number of people to recruit
___You're the only person available
___Your time is limited
___It's less important who you recruit
___You have an excellent mailing list
Writing your letter:
___Use design and content to get the reader's attention
___Personalize the letter
___State reason for writing at the beginning of the letter
___Give a good reason for becoming a member
___Request is clear, specific, limited, immediate, and doable
___Tell the person how to fulfill the request
___Thank the person
___Carefully proofread the letter