Witness in Business Territory With Confidence
1. Why should we not despair if we feel that business witnessing is intimidating?
1 Do you find the thought of witnessing to deaf persons at their place of work to be intimidating? If so, do not despair, for even Paul, who was a bold and fearless minister, had to ‘muster up boldness’ in order to preach. (1 Thess. 2:2) Below are some common concerns along with practical suggestions for addressing them.
2. Why should we not worry about annoying the workers?
2 Will Interrupting the Workers Annoy Them? In many businesses, workers serve the public and expect interruptions. They will often be polite, since they may view you as a potential customer. By dressing in a dignified manner and being warm and friendly, you will encourage respectful treatment.
3. How can we avoid irritating the customers?
3 Will I Have to Give My Presentation in Front of Many Customers? If possible, choose a time when stores are not overly busy, such as when they first open. Wait until the manager or deaf person is alone before approaching him. Make your presentation very brief.
4. What might we say when working businesses?
4 What Should I Say? First, tactfully approach the person in charge to explain the nature of our work and ask permission to speak briefly to any deaf workers. You might say to a deaf worker: “It’s hard to find businesspeople at home, so we’re visiting you at your workplace. I know you’re working, so I’ll be very brief.” If circumstances permit, show a brief scripture clip and offer an appropriate DVD. Explain that our purpose in visiting is to make these educational DVDs available to deaf persons. So that we will not be confused with salesmen, it is usually best not to mention the donation arrangement unless we are asked how our work is financed. If a worker seems busy, shorten your presentation and leave him Know the Truth—On DVD. If it is not possible to talk with the deaf workers, perhaps you will be allowed to leave a DVD along with a meeting invitation with the manager to give to them on their break.
5. What reasons are there to share in business witnessing with confidence?
5 Jesus and Paul preached to people at their places of business with confidence, and so can you. (Matt. 4:18-21; 9:9; Acts 17:17) Ask Jehovah to help you to have a calm heart and to be bold. (Acts 4:29) Business territory has few not-at-homes, so why not give this productive form of witnessing a try?