Traditional Succession Planning is Outdated...or Is It? Check out NEXT...
- Tracey Smith
- Sep 9
- 3 min read
In today’s fast-changing ministry landscape, effective leadership is about more than day-to-day management. It’s about visionary planning that integrates your personal life with your organizational leadership — all while preparing the next generation to carry the torch.
At the Aaron Hur Group, we recognize a significant gap in leadership preparation among churches and ministries. Over 65% of leaders and organizations lack intentional succession and life planning. Many leaders believe they’re just hitting their stride when conversations about succession arise—often sparking fear or resistance.
That’s why we developed the NEXT Planning Session & Coaching Experience, a fresh, holistic approach designed for leaders who are not ready to retire but are eager to plan what’s next with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
What Makes NEXT Different?
NEXT merges succession planning with life planning, creating a comprehensive roadmap that considers:
Your personal vision and values across health, family, finances, and spiritual growth
The future leadership needs of your church or ministry, including identifying and developing successors
A strategic plan to maximize Kingdom impact over the next decade
Transitioning leadership roles intentionally, with mentoring and ongoing advisory involvement
This approach breaks the outdated narrative that succession means “stepping away.” Instead, it invites leaders into a new season of influence, mentorship, and purposeful legacy-building.
The Power of a Purpose-Driven 10-Year Plan
When you create a 10-year plan that integrates both your personal life and leadership succession, you:
Clarify your life’s purpose and legacy goals, ensuring your influence extends far beyond your tenure
Build a strong leadership bench and organizational culture aligned with your mission
Avoid last-minute transitions that disrupt your ministry’s momentum
Experience renewed energy as you shift from career-building to legacy-building
What to Expect in a NEXT Planning Session
Our 2-day immersive workshop guides you through:
Assessing your personal life domains and organizational leadership needs
Creating aligned visions for yourself and your ministry’s future
Developing actionable strategies for leadership development and transition
Setting up structures for continued growth, coaching, and accountability
Following the workshop, we provide a 90-day coaching plan to help you activate your vision, build momentum, and refine your plan based on real-world feedback.
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Select the NEXT Coaching Package That Fits Your Journey
Whether you’re just beginning to explore your NEXT steps or are preparing for a powerful legacy transition, we have a package tailored for you:
NEXT Foundations: A focused introduction to visioning and planning with 6 coaching sessions over 3 months — perfect for those seeking clarity and a solid starting point.
NEXT Growth: Dive deeper with 12 coaching sessions over 6 months, building a comprehensive plan and leadership development roadmap. Includes access to live group webinars.
NEXT Legacy: For senior leaders ready to build an intentional legacy, this 9-month program offers 16 coaching sessions, trusted advisor support, legacy integration, and ongoing activation follow-up.
....OR we can customize it to meet you and your organization's needs
Is NEXT Right for You?
If you are:
Ready to lead with purpose beyond your current role
Committed to developing emerging leaders and securing your ministry’s future
Seeking a renewed sense of calling, health, and fulfillment
Looking to maximize your Kingdom impact in this new season of leadership
…then NEXT is designed specifically for you.
Take the Next Step
Don’t wait for succession to become a crisis. Partner with the Aaron Hur Group to design a transformational leadership and life plan that sets you and your ministry up for lasting success.
Connect with us today at connect@aaronhurgroup.com to learn more and schedule your NEXT Planning Session.
Step Into Your NEXT Season of Leadership with Purpose and Vision
Ready to step into your NEXT?