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ARK Strategy
Posted by: | CommentsOur Strategy…5 Key Steps
Be ready to attract, reach and keep new people. If you are trying to determine how to start planning communication that reaches beyond the walls of the church, start here. This five-step process can help you begin to shape your things to-do list. Then utilizes the resources in the ARK members site to further develop ideas.
This free blueprint report provides 5 key strategies for communication planning. Before you go through any other areas of the ARK Members site, check out this e-book.
Prepare to attract reach and keep by simply following the five steps outlined. This strategic model shares insight to the best practices of growing churches.
FREE e-report (Click on book cover to download)
What Can You Do with this Blueprint Report?
You are welcome to share this report with anyone within your congregation. If you would like to reprint any portion of the content of this report, we’d appreciate you contacting us at info@awesomeinsight.com. Any reference to the report should refer to our website link http://www.awesomeinsight.com.
ARK Strategy – Budgeting
Posted by: | CommentsHere are resources to help you stay on track with how you budget your communications. Use these as guides to prepare your communication plans. CLICK to see pdf file of checklist or tips.
In many cases getting the word out about ministries has to be on a shoestring budget. There are lots of ways to get the word out about your ministry or event without spending a huge amount of money. Sometimes we spend money without realizing we are over-spending.

If you are dealing with a lower budget this year than last year or simply want to get some handle on how you spend, here are some ways you can cut your communications budget cost.
Tips for Building Communication Plans
Posted by: | CommentsHow to Build Communication Plans Plus Worksheet
Are you looking for ideas to jumpstart planning? Try to plan your ministry communication at least 6 months in advance. We actually suggest annual plans. A worksheet will also help you plan. One is attached.
Tips: For Worship Visitor Surveys
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Are you thinking that you may need to get feedback from your worship visitors? Here is an article and a few sample feedback cards to consider.
Get Feedback…Quick
Worship Guests Comments Matter
Have you ever wondered what worship guests think the week after your service? If you aim to see repeat guests a second, third and fourth time, it is essential that you gather feedback. One of the best ways to find out whether your church is warm, welcoming and inspiring is to simply ask those who have first hand experience.
Mini Seminar: Focus Groups
Posted by: | CommentsHow to Conduct Focus Groups for Ministry
Do you want to know what people in your community think about your ministry? Focus groups are one way to get informal feedback from members or people in the community. When conducting focus groups, you have opportunity to bring together a specific group of people based on like characteristics, age, gender or a demographic and ask open ended questions that allow them to share.