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EPISODE · Jan 7, 2026 · 7 MIN

Church Staff Goals That Actually Stick - Avoid January Burnout

from The Healthy Church Staff Podcast

In this episode, Todd Rhoades discusses the challenges of goal setting in ministry, contrasting it with corporate practices. He emphasizes the importance of being adaptable and focusing on directional rather than destination goals in ministry settings. Rhoades encourages listeners to focus on faithfulness, character, and flexibility when dealing with unforeseen interruptions, which are common in ministry work.• Challenges of goal setting in ministry versus corporate environments.• Importance of directional goals over destination goals.• Focus on building relationships and discipleship, not just metrics.• Plan for interruptions as part of the ministry process.• Encouragement to make goals 'Wednesday proof' to endure real-world challenges.• Emphasis on faithfulness and character over hitting specific targets.Have questions or comments?  Send to [email protected] sure to subscribe to The Healthy Church Staff Podcast wherever you regularly listen to podcasts.- - - - - Is Your Church Hiring?If your church is searching for a new staff member, reach out to Todd for a conversation on how he might be able to help.Are You Looking for a New Ministry Role?If you are open to a new church role in the next few months, add your free resume and profile at ChemistryStaffing.com.

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In this episode, Todd Rhoades discusses the challenges of goal setting in ministry, contrasting it with corporate practices. He emphasizes the importance of being adaptable and focusing on directional rather than destination goals in ministry settings. Rhoades encourages listeners to focus on faithfulness, character, and flexibility when dealing with unforeseen interruptions, which are common in ministry work.• Challenges of goal setting in ministry versus corporate environments.• Importance ...

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