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EPISODE · Jan 5, 2026 · 5 MIN

Why Church Staff Fail New Year Goals And How to Actually Stick

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In this episode of the Healthy Church Staff Podcast, host Todd Rhoades discusses the challenges of setting and maintaining New Year's goals within the unique demands of ministry work, particularly upon returning to the office after the holidays. Todd emphasizes the need for flexible goal-setting that accommodates the unpredictable nature of church staff duties and encourages listeners to adjust their goals to align with this reality.• Returning to a busy office environment after the holidays can be overwhelming.• Traditional goal-setting approaches may not fit the irregular demands of ministry work.• Church staff should create flexible goals that accommodate interruptions.• Setting goals that bend without breaking can prevent feelings of failure.• Ministry requires a different approach to time management compared to typical 9-to-5 jobs.• Adjusting New Year's resolutions to fit ministry realities can lead to more successful outcomes.• Listeners are encouraged to focus on one specific goal to adapt it to their ministry context.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 of the Healthy Church Staff Podcast, host Todd Rhoades discusses the challenges of setting and maintaining New Year's goals within the unique demands of ministry work, particularly upon returning to the office after the holidays. Todd emphasizes the need for flexible goal-setting that accommodates the unpredictable nature of church staff duties and encourages listeners to adjust their goals to align with this reality.• Returning to a busy office environment after the holidays ...

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