Discover your volunteer pathway at TAA

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Quiz Questions

1.
Is your company a local apartment association member, or does your company use a TAA lease?
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- A.
  No
- B.
  Yes
2.
Are you interested in volunteering with TAA?
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- A.
  Yes
- B.
  No
3.
Are you a currently volunteering with your local association or TAA?
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- A.
  Yes
- B.
  No: Volunteering with your local association helps you understand how to plug in to TAA roles and leadership positions.
4.
How many years of experience do you have with TAA?
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- A.
  0-3 years
- B.
  3-5 years
- C.
  5+ years
5.
How familiar are you with TAA’s structure, programs, and member benefits?
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- A.
  Not Very Familiar, Basics Only
- B.
  Moderately/Highly Familiar
6.
Have you held a formal TAA role yet (e.g., Board Delegate, Committee/Workgroup Member)?
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- A.
  No
- B.
  Yes Board of Director Delegates: Attend TAA’s quarterly Board meetings and participate in committees and workgroups. Committee Member: One of TAA's volunteer groups that drives thoughtful leadership, informed policy, strong community, and meaningful member support.
7.
Have you attended a TAA Board Meeting?
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  Yes
- B.
  No: Note that you do not have to attend TAA Board Meetings to be a mentor.
8.
Have you served as a TAA Chair/Vice Chair, Volunteer Spokesperson, or Mentor and completed Leadership Lyceum development?
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  Yes Workgroup Chair: Guide short-term, topic-specific groups designed to accomplish focused goals and work with TAA staff to prepare agendas and materials aligned with workgroup purposes and objectives. Volunteer Spokesperson: Public-facing opportunity for volunteers who are passionate about TAA’s work and confident in representing the association in the media. Mentor: Selected based on experience and ability to support new and emerging leaders with guidance, advice, encouragement, and practical feedback. Leadership Lyceum: TAA’s premier leadership development program focused on cultivating rising stars and future leaders.
- B.
  No
9.
Have you served in high-impact TAA leadership (e.g., Executive Committee, Officer, Past President) or equivalent strategic roles?
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  No
- B.
  Yes Executive Committee: Highly experienced leaders who help guide TAA’s strategic direction. Officer: Serves as the executive leadership team for TAA and leads board meetings, chairs meetings of the Executive Committee, lead TAA’s volunteers, members, and local associations, and represents TAA at local association installations and events across the state.
10.
Have you been a part of Lead the Next, Be the Next or a TAA/TAAEF mentorship program?
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  Yes Lead the Next: A virtual development program created for individuals who are ready to build the soft skills that empower leadership from the inside out. TAAEF: Extends TAA’s mission beyond current members by raising awareness about careers in the Texas rental housing industry and building accessible, high-quality training programs for newcomers.
- B.
  No
11.
Are you interested in strategic roles (Executive Committee, Officer Track) with TAA?
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- A.
  No
- B.
  Yes
12.
Are you interested in becoming a Volunteer Leader or Strategic Volunteer Leader?
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- A.
  Yes
- B.
  No

Quiz Outcomes

1.
Get Involved at the Local Level
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As a next first step, we encourage you to join your local apartment association which is the gateway to the Texas Apartment Association (TAA). Volunteering with your local association helps you understand how to plug in to TAA roles and leadership positions. We also encourage you to explore member benefits at taa.org and create a profile, participate in a community event(s), and/or attend the TAA ONE Conference.For more information, please see our detailed Volunteer Pathways Guide that explains the various volunteer paths and roles, project teams, workgroups, leadership positions, committees & councils, engagement opportunities, and more!----------Thank you for taking the time to explore your volunteer path with TAA—and for your interest in serving our industry. Whether you’re ready to jump in locally or explore other opportunities, we’d love to connect. Please share your information through this quick [Google Form] and we’ll follow up with opportunities that align with your interests, plus share updates as new roles, events, and workgroups open. Your time and talent strengthen TAA.
2.
Interested Volunteer
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An Interested Volunteer is someone who is curious about getting involved with TAA but may not yet be familiar with the organization’s structure or volunteer opportunities. These members often begin at the local level, exploring events, networking, or learning about member benefits. They are at the very start of the volunteer journey and are discovering where they might fit in.For more information, please see our detailed Volunteer Pathways Guide that explains the various volunteer paths and roles, project teams, workgroups, leadership positions, committees & councils, engagement opportunities, and more!----------Thank you for taking the time to explore your volunteer path with TAA—and for your interest in serving our industry. Whether you’re ready to expand your role or explore other opportunities, we’d love to connect. Please share your information through this quick [Google Form] and we’ll follow up with opportunities that align with your interests, plus share updates as new roles, events, and workgroups open. Your time and talent strengthen TAA.
3.
New Volunteer | 0-3 years at the state level
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A New Volunteer has taken the first formal steps into TAA involvement. They understand the basics of how TAA and local associations operate and are typically participating in their first committee, workgroup, or delegate role.For more information, please see our detailed Volunteer Pathways Guide that explains the various volunteer paths and roles, project teams, workgroups, leadership positions, committees & councils, engagement opportunities, and more!----------Thank you for taking the time to explore your volunteer path with TAA—and for your interest in serving our industry. Whether you’re ready to expand your role or explore other opportunities, we’d love to connect. Please share your information through this quick [Google Form] and we’ll follow up with opportunities that align with your interests, plus share updates as new roles, events, and workgroups open. Your time and talent strengthen TAA.
4.
Volunteer Leader | 3-5 years at the state level
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A Volunteer Leader is someone with several years of experience who has taken on active leadership roles within TAA. They understand the governance, mission, and programs of the association, and may be serving as a committee or workgroup chair, vice chair, spokesperson, or mentor.For more information, please see our detailed Volunteer Pathways Guide that explains the various volunteer paths and roles, project teams, workgroups, leadership positions, committees & councils, engagement opportunities, and more!----------Thank you for taking the time to explore your volunteer path with TAA—and for your interest in serving our industry. Whether you’re ready to expand your role or explore other opportunities, we’d love to connect. Please share your information through this quick [Google Form] and we’ll follow up with opportunities that align with your interests, plus share updates as new roles, events, and workgroups open. Your time and talent strengthen TAA.
5.
Strategic Volunteer Leader | 5+ years at the state level
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A Strategic Volunteer Leader is a highly experienced leader with a long-standing record of service and a deep understanding of TAA’s statewide impact. These individuals often are past presidents of the organization or serve as Executive Committee members, Officers, or high-level mentors and play a key role in shaping the direction of the association, influencing policy, and supporting succession planning.For more information, please see our detailed Volunteer Pathways Guide that explains the various volunteer paths and roles, project teams, workgroups, leadership positions, committees & councils, engagement opportunities, and more!----------Thank you for taking the time to explore your volunteer path with TAA—and for your interest in serving our industry. Whether you’re ready to expand your role or explore other opportunities, we’d love to connect. Please share your information through this quick [Google Form] and we’ll follow up with opportunities that align with your interests, plus share updates as new roles, events, and workgroups open. Your time and talent strengthen TAA.