# Blog

## Changing Club Management Systems: What to Consider  
Switching club systems feels like a big deal, but it's more manageable than most clubs expect. Get practical, expert-backed guidance on timing, stakeholder buy-in, and hands-on support. Keep it sorted. Keep it moving.  
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## Why The Volunteer Experience Matters More Than Ever  
In this in-depth interview, Surf Life Saving NZ’s Chris Emmett shares insights from his research into volunteer burnout and why partnering with Friendly Manager to modernise club management systems is a key step toward building healthier, more sustainable clubs.  
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## Your friendly manager app is here  
The Friendly Manager App has arrived. Explore how the new mobile app brings messaging, notices, and multi-club connectivity into one smooth experience for clubs, families, and members.  
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## What’s Next for Friendly Manager: A Q&A with CEO Rodd Penney  
As we step into a new season of growth at Friendly Manager, we sat down with CEO Rodd Penney to talk about what’s changing, why it’s taken time, and what clubs and their members can expect moving forward.  
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## 5 Tips for Effective Sports Club Communication  
Discover the key to seamless sports club communication! Check out our latest blog post for essential tips.  
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## NEW FEATURE: Turn Premium Features On/Off  
Since Friendly Manager's new subscription model went live on February 1st, all customers now have the ability to use all the premium features that were previously 'add-ons'. These are;  
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## NEW FEATURE: Turn Manager Finances Access On/Off  
Friendly Manager has released a new development to help clubs make their own decision if their Manager's are able to see finances on profiles and access the fees report, or not.  
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## Partnership Announcement: Friendly Manager & Badminton Bay of Plenty  
Friendly Manager Partner with Bay of Plenty Badminton to create a region-wide database and club management system.  
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## NEW FEATURE: Incorporate Your Club Colours  
Friendly Manager has released a development that allows clubs to add their club colours to member profiles, registrations and the mailer.  
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