Is It Ever Okay to Terminate a Staff Member During the Interim Time? - Rev. Dr. Jonathan New. Episode 71

Is it ever okay to terminate a staff member during the interim time? Some experienced interim ministers say that decision should be left to the settled pastor who follows them. Others say that if it’s clear that a staff member is no longer a fit, the interim minister should make sure that staff member does move on so as not to burden the incoming settled pastor. Either way, it requires clear thinking, compassion and some courage.

Savvy transitional minister and vitality expert, Rev. Dr. Jonathan New, brings a lot to the conversation in this episode titled, “Is it ever okay to terminate a staff member during the interim time?”

• My take on the role of the interim minister in assessing, firing and hiring staff;
• Asking the question: Does this staff member continue to be a fit?
• Even if you have the authority, don’t make the decision to terminate by yourself;

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