We advertised heavily, especially outside the organization, made agenda changes, tried new ideas, and managed to attract quite visitors.  Unfortunately, the visitors took one look at the small size of the group and subsequently disappeared.  How can we get additional Toastmasters to make our club larger while we rebuild?

• If your club is in single digits, the District Governor can appoint a club specialist.  That's one more experienced member with ideas.  It's also an extra person at your meetings.  If you have 9 members, that's an 11% increase.  They aren't an actual member of your club.  But, the pamphlet "Membership Building 101" says don't over look any sources.  (The pamphlet can ordered from Toastmasters International for the shipping cost.  Or, it can be downloaded from http://www.toastmasters.org/pdfs/1622.pdf.)
• Do you know any people that are shy and are intimidated by a larger club?  This is the time to invite them.  You can help them over come their shyness as your club grows.
• A disadvantage to a larger club is not getting to participate as often. (Morning and noon clubs usually have 2 speakers.  That means at 20 members, it's more than 2 months between speaking assignments.)  If there are any near by clubs, they may have members who are willing to be guest speakers, evaluators and even general evaluators.  You can find clubs in your area and near by areas in the district directory.  Your Area Governor knows which clubs in your area are the large clubs.
• If people aren't staying, are there other things your club needs to work on?  The Moments Of Truth manual from the successful club series talks about the important characteristics of a successful club.  It also provides an evaluation guide for your club.  If you have a good core membership, you may be want to have a club member present the material.  If not, you may be able to get a guest Toastmaster to lead it for you.