Miles Anthony Smith

AUGUST 7, 2018

29 Leadership Experts Share Their Top 19 Leadership Competencies & Behaviors for Success (Plus Leaderboard) It seems that the world has a lack of leadership these days, doesn’t it? Why does poor leadership seem to be such an epidemic in government, business, and nonprofits?

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Ron Edmondson

DECEMBER 5, 2022

A successful entrepreneur gave me this advice a number of years ago. Part of leadership is balancing the need for protectors and advancers, so we can better realize the goal for the organization. Check out my leadership podcast where we discuss issues of leadership nuggets in a practical way. And budgets.).

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Ron Edmondson

JUNE 28, 2023

Since he was referred to me by a friend for advice, I felt the freedom to be candid with him. They don’t necessarily understand the term or want to “pay their dues” They want a seat at the table of leadership today. Check out my leadership podcast where we discuss leadership nuggets in a practical way.

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Ron Edmondson

JULY 25, 2014

I use the discovery method in leadership too. In life and leadership. The post How Some of the Best Discoveries Are Made – In Life and Leadership appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Related posts: Dodging Geese Poop in Life and Leadership. Developing a Leadership Vocabulary. We try lots of new things.

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Ron Edmondson

DECEMBER 22, 2014

Unfortunately, I have had to use his advice several times. The post An Often Necessary Meeting No Leader Wants to Have, But Should Consider appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Does Your Organization Produce Innovative Leaders or Managed Followers? 3 Problems with Unspoken Expectations in Leadership.

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Ron Edmondson

MARCH 27, 2020

When I left Leadership Network late last year I didn’t see entering into another pastorate this quickly or if ever. But there are tremendous opportunities being created and desperation is leading to innovation. If I were advising you as I would a member of our church going through crisis, my advice might be about the same.

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Ron Edmondson

MAY 16, 2016

I wanted people to feel comfortable with me and trust my leadership, so I think they needed to see me frequently – even more so in the beginning days of my pastorate. People wanted to know where I was going with my leadership. What advice do you have for me? Set my initial vision.

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Ron Edmondson

APRIL 15, 2020

Next for me is our state leadership and then federal leadership. I know all of these leaders personally and respect them first as individuals, but also for their advice and wisdom in this time: Carey Nieuwhof – Carey is always forward-thinking. Pastor, don’t be afraid to be the innovator. That’s called faith.).

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Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 22, 2019

I’m having to live this advice again, but I’m trying to be strategic. I wanted people to feel comfortable with me and trust my leadership, so I think they needed to see me frequently – even more so in the beginning days of my pastorate. People wanted to know where I was going with my leadership.

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Ron Edmondson

APRIL 21, 2015

They are constantly struggling with leadership issues, finances and simply knowing what to do next. Great advice someone gave me. The post 5 Words of Encouragement to the Church Planter or Young Leader appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Church Church Planting Church Revitalization God Innovation Jesus Kingdom Leadership'

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Ron Edmondson

APRIL 19, 2018

Often, the advice I give is simply received with a reply such as, “I know it’s probably the right thing to do, but it seems like it would be easier just to __” I understand. Honestly, good leadership isn’t always practical. Plus, I’ve learned my best leadership from the mistakes I’ve made.

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Ron Edmondson

JUNE 30, 2014

I have some advice. Just a warning, you won’t hear this advice everywhere. In fact, it runs contrary to most of the better blogging advice out there — perhaps even some I’ve probably offered people in the past. Someone gave me advice — I’m not sure who now — but it was brilliant.

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Ron Edmondson

AUGUST 29, 2013

Some have taken my advice and learned that it actually increased their communication results. The post 5 Tips to Write Better Informational Emails appeared first on Ron Edmondson. When you’re struggling with information overload… Innovation Leadership Ministry Emails' Let me give you a few suggestions.

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Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 7, 2013

We need innovation in leadership. It will be hard, there will be resistance, but that’s a value in youth and leadership. 4 Words of Advice for a Newbie Leader. Grace is amazing, but there are moments in life that you only have access to once. Don’t allow the negative words to crowd out the positives.

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Ron Edmondson

AUGUST 23, 2011

Here is my leadership interview with Dan Dominguez: Here’s a copy of my notes from our conversation. It is essential to have someone driving change and creating innovation. Number one thing to look for: Someone who will follow your spiritual leadership and respect you. Random advice: Have a few friends with lake houses.

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Ron Edmondson

MAY 13, 2019

And I realize that scenario is probably a little too perfect, but the point is life is fairly comfortable right now in your leadership. My advice when life is comfortable: Now may be the best time to consider a change. But my advice is don’t get too comfortable. You may simply need to expand your current goals and objectives.

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Ron Edmondson

JULY 1, 2019

He was referred to me by a friend for advice, though so I wanted to help, but also felt the freedom to be candid with him. They don’t necessarily understand the term or want to “pay their dues” They want a seat at the table of leadership today. My best advice to gaining the attention of your boss: Do great work.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 18, 2011

While this sounds simple enough at face value, I have consistently found that one of the most often overlooked leadership attributes is that of a positive attitude. Do people seek your input, advice, and counsel ? As a CEO, how can you expect to inspire, motivate, engender confidence, and to lead with a lousy attitude?

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Ron Edmondson

NOVEMBER 2, 2017

They are constantly struggling with leadership issues, finances and simply knowing what to do next. Great advice someone gave me. Recently I was able to share some encouragement with church planters in Chicago. Having been a planter twice, I understand the unique challenges facing planters. People outside the work you’re doing.

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Ron Edmondson

APRIL 7, 2016

You need to hear this rejection – discernment is a huge part of leadership. Great advice. This is where good leadership is necessary. Standing firm through the rejections are a part of good leadership. The post 5 Questions to Ask When Facing Rejection as a Leader appeared first on Ron Edmondson.

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Ron Edmondson

NOVEMBER 11, 2015

And, if God is calling you to something bigger than your ability to understand — I have some strong advice. The post Playing it Safe — Not My Style — And, Often Not God’s Plan appeared first on Ron Edmondson. There’s nothing wrong with living a so-called “normal” life. It’s wisdom!

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Ron Edmondson

DECEMBER 2, 2011

Claire leads social innovation at Twitter, where she has worked since 2009. She wrote Twitter for Good: Change the World one Tweet at a Time and is a frequent international speaker on social media, leadership, and social change. I lead social innovation and run the Twitter for Nonprofits program. What’s your role?

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Ron Edmondson

MARCH 5, 2013

They don’t necessarily understand the term or want to “pay their dues” They want a seat at the table of leadership today. So here is my advice. If you want to truly set yourself apart, be noticed, and advance in leadership, you have to rise above normal. It’s a cultural shift we have made. I get that.

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Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 24, 2018

This is some of the hardest advice for me to give other leaders – and, without practice and discipline – one of the hardest for me to incorporate into my leadership. One of the keys to a successful organization is also one of the riskiest things for a leader to do. . Actually they encourage it. They give their vision away.

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Ron Edmondson

AUGUST 22, 2019

You need to hear this rejection – discernment is a huge part of leadership. Great advice. This is where good leadership is necessary. Standing firm through the rejections are a part of good leadership. And, then, there are rejections based on truth. Be willing to listen and learn.

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Ron Edmondson

DECEMBER 12, 2016

Some have taken my advice and learned it actually increased their communication results. The post 5 Tips to Write Better Informational Emails appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Let me give you a few suggestions. People seemed to more closely read their emails. Here’s to writing better emails. What suggestions do you have?

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Ron Edmondson

DECEMBER 21, 2011

His advice was simple, yet profound. I’ve never forgotten that advice. I once asked one of my mentor pastors, (make sure you have one of those) who is in his 90′s now, how he was able to implement major changes in a large, traditional church. (If If you’ve never tried it…trust me…it’s not easy.)

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Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 14, 2019

It doesn’t always feel “safe” Here’s my advice. I’ve been “out of my league” more than I’ve known what to do. I wake up some mornings wondering what I should do today. If God is calling you to something bigger than your ability to understand – Don’t play it safe! Play it by faith!

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Ron Edmondson

NOVEMBER 24, 2015

Often, the advice I give is simply received with a reply such as, “I know it’s probably the right thing to do, but it seems like it would be easier just to __” I understand. Honestly, good leadership isn’t always practical. Plus, I’ve learned my best leadership from the mistakes I’ve made.

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Ron Edmondson

MARCH 21, 2012

Often, the advice I give is simply received with a reply such as, “I know it’s probably the right thing to do, but it seems like it would be easier just to __” I understand. Honestly, good leadership isn’t always practical. Plus, I’ve learned my best leadership from the mistakes I’ve made.

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Harvard Business Review

MAY 18, 2017

Kaplan’s balanced scorecard or Clayton Christensen’s disruptive innovation. Garvin stresses the importance of rigorous experiments (years before experimentation became the rallying cry for a new generation of innovators); thoughtful problem definition; and smart, well-designed metrics.

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