Pastor, the quality of your ministry and church is dependent on you maintaining a quality staff and volunteer team. Check out these eleven low cost ideas to encourage your staff. These quotes are taken directly from the most fascinating book, The Daily Carrot Principle by Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton.
- “Take ninety seconds today to write a specific note of appreciation to someone who has helped you.”
- “Someone in your group of colleagues is probably feeling isolated right now. Find a way today to make that person feel like a valued member of your work community by publicly recognizing one of his strengths.”
- “Identify the stars around you and take time today to let them know how much you value them.”
- “If you had to name three people in your organization that ‘infect’ you in a positive way, who would they be and why? Tell them that you appreciate their energy.”
- “Commit a secret good deed today. The only person that needs to know about your actions is you.”
- “Enter the birthdays of your co-workers in a calendar and never let one of the dates pass without a card or other expression.”
- “Think of the last time you extended recognition to someone. Now go and do it again.”
- “Find a charity that is worthy of your support and get your team involved. Start looking today.”
- “Ask yourself: Do I spend my time thinking about my teammates/spouse/friends and their needs, or just my own?”
- “Every week take at least an hour or two and find a quiet place to reflect on what your intuitions may be telling you. Behind your desk with your eyes closed may not be ideal, but a long walk at lunch might be.”
- “Let the new guy know that you’re available if he has questions or needs any help, and mean it. The relationships you forge as a mentor will benefit you for years, not only with that employee but with other co-workers and management.”
I use this book and The Orange Revolution by the same authors with my teams.
Leadership is … encouraging someone in your team today and every day.
Yours in Service,
Laurie D. Kennedy
Leadership Coach
Jethro Group