The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast CNLP 060 – Sue Miller on the Key to Attracting and Engaging Amazing Volunteers
Oct 29, 2015
Sue Miller, the Director of Children's Ministry at Willow Creek Community Church and co-author of 'Not Normal', shares her insights on attracting and engaging volunteers. She emphasizes the power of a compelling vision to inspire commitment over mere availability. The discussion highlights the transition from a passive to an active volunteer mindset, the importance of small group connections, and fostering a supportive culture. Miller also reflects on the invaluable relationships formed through volunteering, emphasizing love and collaboration in nurturing a thriving community.
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Recruit With Vision, Not Need
- Recruit volunteers by casting a compelling vision rather than just filling a need.
- Busy people want meaningful, adventurous missions that capture their imagination.
Volunteers Asked for Bigger Challenge
- A group of men asked Sue Miller to require more from volunteers because they wanted a bigger challenge.
- They took on staffing a difficult volunteer area and succeeded, showing the need to raise the bar.
Community Creates Volunteer Family
- Volunteers often feel discouraged because they don't connect with each other personally.
- Building friendships during service creates a volunteer family and increases satisfaction.
