Woo
People exceptionally talented in the Woo theme love the challenge of meeting new people and winning them over. They derive satisfaction from breaking the ice and making a connection with someone.
How can I build H.O.P.E.?
Hospitality
- You love the challenge of meeting new people and winning them over. Your desire to learn about people, find common interests makes you a master networker. You won’t shy away from a crowd or welcoming a new person, because for you it is a friend you haven’t met yet.
- The energy you bring to social situations can be the catalyst to connections being made.
- Partner with someone with a Relator theme in new social situations. They’ll go deep while you work the room.
- Use your ability to draw people out of their shell. You’re a natural at creating a welcoming presence.
Offer Christ
- What an opportunity, not only to win people over, but to win people over to Jesus. Your inviting and curious presence will help people see what they can be a part of when they are among the community of baptized believers.
- Use your interests to offer a place for people to nurture their faith commitments.
- Because you’re naturally approachable, you draw people to Jesus and the kingdom of God.
Practice
- You’ll likely enjoy the “social” aspect of worship, Bible Study, and prayer because you enjoy connecting with people.
- In a small group or worship setting, your ability to connect with others will help new people feel welcome.
- Help people put teams together. You may be a valuable asset in a new initiative to win people over to participate.
- Study the missionary journeys of Paul, the places he visited, and the people he met. As you learn about him you may also learn about yourself. Or, study the Gospels and identify the ways Jesus connected with people.
Engage
- Utilize your network to be a blessing to others.
- Help people connect and build relationships with people and causes that match their skills, abilities, and interests.
- Your network can be invaluable in challenging situations. Mobilize your network to respond when there is a disaster, a cause, or a person who needs help.
- Help people take a step of faith to places they wouldn’t normally go. Your ability to win others over can cut across cultural differences.
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