The Unstuck Church Podcast with Amy Anderson Proven Strategies for Guest Connections & Follow-Up - Episode 335
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Feb 14, 2024 The podcast covers practical tips for churches to improve connecting with new guests, including the Try 5 strategy. It explores indicators of an effective guest connection strategy and discusses various methods for connecting with new visitors and implementing follow-up strategies. The episode also highlights proven strategies for guest connections and follow-up, emphasizing clear communication and the importance of designated personnel to own intentional systems for guest engagement.
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Try 5 Strategy Enhances Connection
- Encourage new guests to visit your church multiple times to gain a full view of the community and offerings.
- Use a structured process like Try 5 with sequential engagement to increase connection and retention.
Create Welcoming First Impressions
- Make new guests feel welcome by providing designated parking and a 'new here' start area to reduce discomfort.
- Use fun, relatable messaging in service to encourage guests to try multiple visits without pressure.
Automate Follow-Up for Engagement
- Implement a follow-up system using automated emails tailored to guests' visit number with relevant content.
- Clearly communicate next steps like events and groups, culminating in an informational session after five visits.