Written in Heaven

How do I train my replacement?
Congratulations! You’ve successfully recruited another leader! This is a big deal. Now that you’ve recruited them, the fun is just beginning. Now you get to train them in what it means to do what you do. Here are 5 steps to get you there (Taken from Community Christian Church in Chicago, IL):

Step 1: I do, you watch, we talk.
· Let the new person observe as you work. After words, meet with them and talk about any questions they have and be sure to explain again the vision behind what you are doing.

Step 2: I do, you help, we talk.
· Let the new person help in the work you are doing. This may require extra planning on your part to figure out how they can fit in. Again, after it’s over, meet with them to answer any questions they have, cheer them on, and gently correct them if they erred in some way.

Step 3: You do, I help, we talk.
· This is where they take the bulk of the work but you help in the process. Again, meet to break it down, encourage, correct if needed, and encourage some more.

Step 4: You do, I watch, we talk.
· The robin leaves the nest. You watch as this person does the entire role. Again after it’s over, encourage, debrief, and encourage some more.

Step 5: You do, someone else watches, you two talk.
· In other words, the cycle begins again. Once this person you have trained is ready to go, encourage them from day one to find a replacement to train in this position. REMEMBER: WE NEVER HAVE “ENOUGH” WORKERS ANYWHERE!