Clipboard is a mobile form of campus witnessing using the FARM conversation, and it involves workers going to students who may not approach a table. The sole tool used is the Clipboard survey. Here are tips for an effective experience:
Interact with Students with Time:
Approach students who seem open to interaction, even if they are using electronic devices.
Approach Groups:
Clipboard is not limited to individuals; groups often take the survey. Record multiple responses on one sheet if more than one person is interested.
Go in Pairs:
It's preferable to go in pairs, ideally with a male and a female. If a student shows interest, the same-gender person can continue the conversation.
Have a Good Introduction:
Here's a suggested friendly introduction for Clipboard: "Hi, my name is [Your Name], and this is [Partner's Name]. We're with an on-campus club, and we're conducting a quick and fun four-question survey just to get to know people better. It's all about finding out about students like yourself. Would you be interested in taking it?"
Enjoy the Time:
Ask follow-up questions and have a conversation to gauge interest. The goal is to find out if the person is interested in knowing more. Share common interests but avoid dominating with personal stories.
Clipboard Regularly:
Work with another person and commit to a specific time each week. Regular involvement enhances the effectiveness of witnessing.
Practice "Catch and Release":
If someone is not interested, gracefully move on. People often need multiple interactions before becoming curious about Christianity. How they are released affects their responsiveness in future encounters.
Strategically Move to DBS:
If someone shows spiritual interest, transition to showing them Discovery Bible Study (DBS).
Interact with Students with Time:
Approach students who seem open to interaction, even if they are using electronic devices.
Approach Groups:
Clipboard is not limited to individuals; groups often take the survey. Record multiple responses on one sheet if more than one person is interested.
Go in Pairs:
It's preferable to go in pairs, ideally with a male and a female. If a student shows interest, the same-gender person can continue the conversation.
Have a Good Introduction:
Here's a suggested friendly introduction for Clipboard: "Hi, my name is [Your Name], and this is [Partner's Name]. We're with an on-campus club, and we're conducting a quick and fun four-question survey just to get to know people better. It's all about finding out about students like yourself. Would you be interested in taking it?"
Enjoy the Time:
Ask follow-up questions and have a conversation to gauge interest. The goal is to find out if the person is interested in knowing more. Share common interests but avoid dominating with personal stories.
Clipboard Regularly:
Work with another person and commit to a specific time each week. Regular involvement enhances the effectiveness of witnessing.
Practice "Catch and Release":
If someone is not interested, gracefully move on. People often need multiple interactions before becoming curious about Christianity. How they are released affects their responsiveness in future encounters.
Strategically Move to DBS:
If someone shows spiritual interest, transition to showing them Discovery Bible Study (DBS).