In this episode, I talk with Ryan Frank about how to effectively recruit and equip volunteers. He points to multiple resources that will help you lead volunteers and yourself well.
Ryan Frank
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Links Mentioned in This Episode
Facebook Groups – I Love Kidmin | Stuff You Can Use | Download Youth Ministry
KidzMatter – Check out articles and downloadable resources on curriculum, activities, events, and more
KidzMatter Magazine – A publication of interviews, ideas, and features on everything from leadership to how to reach kids and make an impact in our world today
KidMin Academy Work through this 12-month program and earn a diploma in Children's Ministry
Sam Chand Leadership Institute – An online environment that helps you grow your network and expand your leadership capacity
The Volunteer Code (book) – Be looking for Ryan's new book that's all about having a breakthrough with volunteer recruitment and retention. Get The Volunteer Code for free is you participate in Uncharted.
Uncharted – Sign up at KidMinNation.com for this free, online conference happening Oct. 13th-14th
Tips for Improving Volunteer Recruitment and Retention
- Work on your relational skills
- Don't wait for people to volunteer–start directly recruiting
- Create a community where volunteers are resourced, appreciated, and cared for
- Understand basic human needs
Basic Human Needs
- People need to be needed
- People need to feel like they are part of something significant
- People need to feel appreciated
- People need to be resourced
- People need to know you're there for them
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Next Episode: Brian Dollar
In the next episode, I interview Brian Dollar, Children's Ministry Pastor and author, about his new book Talk Now and Later: How to Lead Kids Through Life's Tough Topics. We talk about Brian's role and explore how to equip parents to have tough conversations with their kids now, not just later.
