6. Be A Better communicator

Because you may not be able to communicate with your pastor or other staff members when you need to, learn to communicate by writing notes, emails or memos. Put up mail boxes or files for your key leaders and coordinators, have a worker website or use an email blast program. You’ll find that many things you usually have to have meetings about can be handled by putting the info in writing. Also whenever you do have a discussion in the hallway or in passing, followed it up with a memo or email. You’ll also find that written communications reduce the chances of things being forgotten or left undone.

Another tip is not to always approach your pastor with problems and questions, but rather share with him possible solutions and answers to the challenges you’re facing. Turn in a progress report to your pastor even if he doesn’t ask for one. Let him know your attendance, growth, number of salvations, and other things relating to your ministry. It’s always a smart thing to keep your leaders in the know!