Size matters a lot for EE. Some clans only accept smaller guilds because they plunder a lot and can take out attack builds.
So what do I need to work on? Clearly I have the commitment. How bout a " 1 mil static spy defense and you can war here" ? Or something. A reason. A suggestion
Try to reach 1mil spy/1mil spy def in Guilds, SoS and Vols Then get about 500-700k of spy def towers.. Forget about upgrading your troops buildings
What kind of strategy is that? Keep spies high, troops low, so you're dtw to attacks and assassinations. They can't get plunder off of you. If you get inc, SKO on anyone with steals no pots.