Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 30, 2012

There are some characteristics which set a great leader apart from mediocre leaders. Great leaders are multidimensional. While continuing to improve, great leaders have achieved certain markers in leadership. Here are 7 marks of a great leader: With humility , surrendering your way when it’s not the best way. With intentionality , continuing to learn and grow as a leader.

Definition 62

Definition Commitment Quality Team 62

Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 3, 2012

How do you know when God is stirring your heart for a change in ministry assignment? I work with pastors every week who are asking this question. I previously posted my answer to this question, but after several conversations recently I thought it was time for a revision to strengthen some of the points based on what I’m currently learning and observing.

Learning-by-Doing 61

Learning-by-Doing Positioning Process Review 61

Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 2, 2012

I’ve seen a lot of conflict in my life. From parents and couples in my office for counseling to employment situations where two people can’t get along. I’ve even seen a fight in the grocery store because someone thought someone else cut line. As an observer, I’ve learned a few things about facing conflict. Primarily, I’ve observed that the way one person responds often determines the way the other person responds.

Tips 56

Tips Planning Goal Examples 56

Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 31, 2012

When you’re having trouble communicating… When you can’t get children to respond appropriately…. When your team isn’t cooperating…. When the marriage is struggling… Before you address the problem with the other person… Ask, “What’s wrong with me?” First… What in you needs changing? In what ways are you contributing to the problem?

Cooper 50

Cooper Team Leadership 50

Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 1, 2012

When you are leading people…. When you are introducing change…. When you want people to follow…. When you want buy-in to the plans…. When you want to build or maintain momentum… When you are experiencing growth… When you are experiencing decline… Don’t bother with the what…. Unless you share the why…. People won’t hear the what as well unless they know the why….

Resistance 43

Resistance Blog Motivation Planning 43

Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 29, 2012

I have many blog readers who don’t use Twitter. Some pastors I know have said they don’t understand the value of it. It may not be for everyone. Some would simply prefer to read it in a blog. I decided though, that I’d bring some of my Tweets to you here. Here are some of my most re-tweeted (most shared) tweets over the last couple months: Do anything of value or worthwhile and you invite the critics to join you.

Self-aware 43

Self-aware Maturity Cooper Learning-by-Doing 43

Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 29, 2012

What, you thought there would be more? Related posts: Don’t Be Afraid to Have Your Ideas Challenged. Are We Becoming Afraid to Take a Risk? Don’t Be Afraid of Good Management.

Management 43

Management 43