Ron Edmondson

OCTOBER 15, 2011

I’m a church planter. I love the process of planting. I love the energy and the enthusiasm a new church brings to a community. Now in my second church plant, I’ve learned a few things. Some of the things I’ve learned are things I wouldn’t do again if were were planting another church. Here are 7 things I wouldn’t do again if planting a church: Limit God’s visio n – We started as a church to reach one section of town.

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Ron Edmondson

OCTOBER 17, 2011

Recently I wrote a post entitled “ 7 Random Pieces of Advice for Younger Leaders “ It’s received a fair amount of positive attention, so I thought I should share one more…at least for now. It’s actually the hardest piece of advice I have for this generation of young leaders. Before I share it though, I feel the need to be clear that I’m a supporter of young leaders.

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Ron Edmondson

OCTOBER 21, 2011

I’m constantly attempting to be more efficient and effective with how I manage my time. With so much of my time online, that means many of the tools that improve my productivity are applications or other online tools. I have a few that are worth sharing. Here are some of the current tools helping make me a better leader: StrengthsFinders and The Standard – I believe a leader leads best when he or she maximizes personal strengths and minimizes weaknesses.

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Ron Edmondson

OCTOBER 18, 2011

Have you ever had an awkward moment in leadership? I’ve had plenty. In fact, I’ve done all of these on this list. Here are a dozen awkward moments in leadership: Selfishly holding out for your way only to be proven wrong. Tweeting publicly what was supposed to be a private direct message. Sticking your neck out for someone and they betray you behind your back.

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Ron Edmondson

OCTOBER 19, 2011

For the last 25 years or so, I’ve attempted to listen to, obey and follow the voice of God. It’s been a long road, and I’m still a pilgrim in the process, but I’ve learned a few things. Based totally on my personal experience…. Here are 10 random thoughts on following God: I’ve never been able to see very far down the road.

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Ron Edmondson

OCTOBER 17, 2011

…the enemy gives you attention! Be self?controlled and alert. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. Resist him, standing firm in the faith, because you know that your brothers throughout the world are undergoing the same kind of sufferings. 1 Peter 5:8-9. Related posts: Knowing Your Identity Helps Establish Your Influence.

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Ron Edmondson

OCTOBER 20, 2011

Power corrupts. Absolute power corrupts absolutely. The leader has information. The leader has authority. The leader has power. The leader has position. When a leader begins to abuse power. Some leaders leave. Some followers become miserable. Some followers stagnate in fear. Some leaders plan a coup. Any questions? Related posts: The Power of a Leader.

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