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titleWeek 5: The Waiting Is The Hardest Part

Synopsis: In this episode, Jenni and Russell walk us through how to take an objective inventory of your MTD progress. Plus, they dig into one of the most overlooked success strategies – follow-up. What is it, why does it matter, and how can you use it to build a plan that works?

Discussion/Reflection Questions:

  • How do you feel about data and metrics? Do you love the concrete numbers or is it hard to wrap your mind around them?
  • What are your "go-to" metrics or key performance indicators (KPIs) as you do MTD?
  • What is a concrete goal you want to set for this coming week?
  • The Hot Take Corner Question: There is no limit to follow-up!? When do you personally mark someone as "unresponsive" when you're doing MTD?
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titleWeek 6: An Attitude of Gratitude

Synopsis: In this episode, Jenni and Russell explore the power of gratitude and how a thoughtful "thank you" can build deeper relationships and create a lasting impact. From handwritten notes and voice messages to simple texts and meaningful gestures, Jenni shares a range of ways to express thanks to those on your ministry team with approaches that feel both authentic and strategic.

Discussion/Reflection Questions:

  • What are your favorite ways to show gratitude and say "thank you."
  • How long is too long to wait to send a thank you note?
  • What other forms of cultivation do you find life giving and enjoyable?
  • The Hot Take Corner Question: Snail mail is too old-fashioned, I just send them a silly gif and that's enough for me!?
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titleWeek 7: Practicing Perseverance

Synopsis: In this episode, Jenni and Russell reflect on the real-life challenge of perseverance, particularly when motivation begins to wane and the demands of Ministry Team Development (MTD) seem overwhelming. Whether you're balancing a full-time job or just struggling to stay focused, they'll explore the three types of motivation, practical ways to stay the course, and how to avoid using ministry as a way to procrastinate.

Discussion/Reflection Questions:

  • How are you "feeling" 7 weeks in? Encouraged? Discouraged? Excited? Bored? Something else?
  • Do you struggle with using "productive tasks" to procrastinate with MTD?
  • How do you find motivation?
  • The Hot Take Corner Question: I think I'm gonna quiet quit this whole 10x10 nonsense. No questions. Just facts. Discuss?
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titleWeek 8: The Increase Ask

Synopsis: In this episode, Jenni and Russell tackle one of the most common hurdles in MTD, the increase ask. This ask is often one of the more challenging aspects of MTD, because it's where faith intersects with discomfort. During the conversation they break down what the increase ask is, how to do it well, and what not to do – from avoiding vague language to confronting the guilt that comes with asking for more. We hope this episode gives you some practical tools to approach these conversations with clarity, confidence, and care.

Discussion/Reflection Questions:

  • How do you feel about doing an increase ask? 
    • What emotions does it stir up?
  • What are some positive stories from your time in MTD where you had a successful increase ask?
    • Are there any stories that were challenging for you?
  • What are your strategies for doing a successful increase ask?
  • The Hot Take Corner Question: I’m not going to do an increase ask, because if I ask for more, people are going to drop off my team. It happened once, and it'll happen again?!
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titleWeek 9: It's the Final Follow Up

Synopsis: In this episode, Jenni and Russell talk all about the final follow up and how you can make a strong, confident push forward on your MTD journey. Listen now to learn about clear timelines, creative ways to highlight urgency, and how to follow up when someone has said yes, but hasn’t taken action.

Discussion/Reflection Questions:

  • What are some goals you have for this last week of final follow up?
  • Are there any outstanding promised gifts that you need to follow up on? If so, who are they, and where do you need accountability?
  • The Hot Take Corner Question: Should we be avoiding the 10x10? Or is it good to do sprints of MTD periodically through our tenures as support-based staff?
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titleWeek 10: Celebration, Communication, Cultivation (the 3 C’s)

Synopsis: In this episode, Jenni and Russell dive into the 3 C’s: Celebration, Communication, Cultivation. From the biblical discipline of celebration (yes, it’s a thing!) to the challenge of consistent communication in order to cultivate your team, they unpack powerful truths with practical takeaways. Hit play and discover how ancient rhythms can shape your modern outreach

Discussion/Reflection Questions:

  • Does celebrating come naturally to you? Or is it more challenging?
    • How do you like to celebrate?
  • What are some creative ways you can communicate with donors in the coming season?
  • What's your rhythm for cultivation?
  • The Hot Take Corner Question: What's the bare minimum quantity of prayer letters a veteran staffer should send in a year?

Thanks so much for listening. If you have any feedback, please leave a comment on Spotify or a review on Apple. We hope and pray this is a useful resource for you!