Add too many steps and some will never reach the final one. Disciple-making simplicity maintains focus, raises confidence, and makes accountability easier.
Every disciple benefits from a cheerleader, challenger, and guide–from brand new Christian to the mature disciple. I tend to prefer the name, Encourager.
Two encounters are critical. First, the leader encounters God in His Word and is changed. Second, the leader guides the group to have a life-changing encounter.