Ron Edmondson

AUGUST 15, 2023

Of course, this came from God, but I believe God has equipped all of us with the ability to dream. Innovation Joseph devised an ingenious plan to save the nations from desolation. The ultimate hope of this post is you (and I) would reflect on our own leadership – consider our own heart as a leader. He saw the big picture.

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Ron Edmondson

MARCH 19, 2024

It’s then when leadership is tested most, tensions mount and people are more likely to object. Of course, people will not always agree with a change even if it is clear to them. Leadership is the tension between the comfort of where we are and the potential of where we could be. Change is difficult – almost always.

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Ron Edmondson

MARCH 20, 2017

Most leaders want to lead an innovative organization. As leaders, we can’t force innovation. We can’t mandate innovative people. And, if our people haven’t been innovative in a while, then there may not be much innovation going on in our world. Great innovation comes from the gut.

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Ron Edmondson

JULY 17, 2023

A rapidly changing work culture takes creative, innovative and adaptable leaders. So, of course this impacts ministry. Check out my leadership podcast where we discuss leadership nuggets in a practical way. Plus, check out the other Lifeway Leadership Podcasts. It seems we are always learning something new.

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Ron Edmondson

MAY 18, 2023

Of course, never say “I told you so” That screams arrogance. Check out my leadership podcast where we discuss leadership nuggets in a practical way. Plus, check out the other Lifeway Leadership Podcasts. The post 8 Emotions to Change – How to Deal with Them appeared first on Ron Edmondson.

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Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Understand trends and be current in your field with new ideas and innovations that might make the organization better. Without being creepy – of course.). Nate and I have launched a new season of the Ron Edmondson Leadership Podcast , so subscribe now. Celebrate other people’s success. Brag on other people.

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Ron Edmondson

MAY 22, 2023

This is where leadership is tested most, tensions mount and people are more likely to object. Of course, people will not always agree with a change even if it is clear to them. Leadership is the tension between the comfort of where we are and the potential of where we could be. Change is necessary.

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Modern Servant Leader

JANUARY 15, 2015

Are you looking for the top leadership experts to follow in 2015? Maybe you need a leadership development expert or public speaker. Whether you need a leadership and management expert for yourself or your team, you’ll find someone great below. Innovation Advocate. 64 11,700 182 Bill Hybels Leadership, Ministry Sr.

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Ron Edmondson

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

If a team loses sight of the big picture goals and objective, however, they can lose interest or get off course. Therefore, leaders must become champions of new innovation and continual progress individually and for everyone on the team. Check out my leadership podcast where we discuss issues of leadership in a practical way.

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Ron Edmondson

JUNE 30, 2021

This is true, of course, when leading in the church. Join Nate (or Chandler) and I for the Ron Edmondson Leadership Podcast. The post 7 High Costs of Attempting to Eliminate Risk appeared first on Ron Edmondson. The post 7 High Costs of Attempting to Eliminate Risk appeared first on Ron Edmondson.

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Ron Edmondson

DECEMBER 29, 2014

Of course, all of this should be done by committing your plans to God first. The post 5 Step Process to Write a Simple, but Achievable Life Plan appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Change Encouragement Innovation Leadership Life Plan' Let me know how your plans develop. Simple Doesn’t Mean Easy.

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Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 4, 2015

Most leaders want to lead an innovative organization. As leaders, we can’t force innovation. We can’t mandate innovative people. And, if our people haven’t been innovative in a while, then there may not be much innovation going on in our world. Great innovation comes from the gut.

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Ron Edmondson

DECEMBER 7, 2021

I have been a student of leadership and a practicing leader for over 30 years and this time in which we live has produced the most conducive environments for leaders to thrive. Leadership is designed for this scenario. High need for innovation. . Trust is the foundation of all good leadership. You can manage that.

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Lead Change Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2016

Of course, there were some great books such as those by Morton Hansen, Amy Edmondson, and Ron Ricci. Gathering information and different perspectives may actually inhibit innovation. The leadership team had done their best to generate solutions to our situation. There was little written about it. We were very concerned.

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Ron Edmondson

JUNE 28, 2023

They don’t necessarily understand the term or want to “pay their dues” They want a seat at the table of leadership today. ” Of course, there is so much more to that story, but the point is what gained Solomon’s attention – getting things done.) Plus, check out the other Lifeway Leadership Podcasts.

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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

OCTOBER 14, 2019

Of course, we have to be intentional to look for the new ideas along the way. We have to be open to them and we must be brainstorming as we work; looking for key places we can innovate, explore and grow as individuals and organizations. The post Where Many New Ideas Come From appeared first on Ron Edmondson.

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Ron Edmondson

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Of course, there are no routine weeks. Nate and I are about to launch a new season of the Ron Edmondson Leadership Podcast , so subscribe now. The post These 7 Small Additions Will Give You Big Results appeared first on Ron Edmondson. I also do this at the beginning of a week, month and year. Routine your week.

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Ron Edmondson

OCTOBER 16, 2019

Apparently, it takes time for innovation to ultimately find it’s true destination. We should not be afraid of small doses of innovation. Pray about it, of course. We often need a fresh dose of innovation. The post Invent Now – Tweak Later appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Wow, had you ever read that?

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Ron Edmondson

AUGUST 25, 2021

I couldn’t help but wonder, however, how much more effective he could have been endearing people to his leadership if he was “on their side” rather than always blatantly rooting for an opponent. One of the best things I did when I moved to Lexington two years ago is go through the Leadership Lexington program.

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Ron Edmondson

OCTOBER 27, 2015

What does godly leadership look like? I should tell you I believe God is okay with us using good leadership principles in the church — even business principles. I think we can find great leadership principles — the best — and implement them in doing His work. And, of course, these trump all the others.

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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. Of course, we should listen to and learn from them, but pastors have budgets and buildings we need to fill.

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Ron Edmondson

SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

Of course, never say “I told you so” That screams arrogance. The post 8 Ways to Deal With the Emotions of Change appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Change Innovation Leadership Ministry' But, make sure you don’t move without them because you stepped on their season of grief. Enthusiasm.

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Ron Edmondson

APRIL 15, 2020

Of course, we should be listening to God during this pandemic – and every other season of our ministry. Next for me is our state leadership and then federal leadership. Pastor, don’t be afraid to be the innovator. The post 5 Voices Church Leaders Should Be Listening to Right Now appeared first on Ron Edmondson.

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Ron Edmondson

AUGUST 20, 2013

Here are 3 ways momentum is fueled: Innovation – I’m using this term to highlight improving existing. Even new people in leadership. Which, by the way, requires more innovation, more creativity or more change. That’s why it requires leadership. Innovation Leadership Ministry' Every time.

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Ron Edmondson

AUGUST 16, 2013

In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps. There are three ways to make tactical course corrections by applying force. You change course quickly, but not as inefficiently as paddling backward on one side. 10 Random Ideas To Encourage Innovation. Innovation Leadership'

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Ron Edmondson

OCTOBER 17, 2019

Of course, this came from God, but I believe God has equipped all of us with the ability to dream. Innovation. The ultimate hope of this post is you (and I) would reflect on your own leadership – consider your own heart as a leader. Here are 5 qualities to seek in the heart of a leader: Imagination. Joseph was a dreamer.

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Ron Edmondson

OCTOBER 22, 2014

They are “on board” with the vision, supportive of the leadership and direction of the organization, and committed unless something unforeseen takes them away from the team. Of course, I forgot the one about bringing homemade snacks occasionally for the break room, but I’ll save that for another post.

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Ron Edmondson

AUGUST 7, 2013

As I said, there’s little fanfare on this course, so few were cheering on the side of the road. The post The Power of One appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Encouragement Innovation Leadership Ministry' I know how important training is, so I considered dropping out, but decided to push through. I had had enough.

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Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 22, 2016

But, understanding this principle can dramatically improve every relationship in your life – and, if you’re a leader, it will improve your leadership – every time. Of course, it takes some time to learn and begin to let this principle take shape in your life, but the reward is worth it. Guaranteed! That’s big.

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Ron Edmondson

APRIL 19, 2018

Honestly, good leadership isn’t always practical. Here are 7 impractical leadership principles I practice: I don’t make major decisions alone – even if I have the authority. Plus, I’ve learned my best leadership from the mistakes I’ve made. Or so it may not seem at the time. Let me explain.

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Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

Leading outside the norm Leadership is so much different today than when I first started leading almost 35 years ago. To lead today we must learn to think outside some things once considered normal in leadership. Again, they have always been important, but in today’s leadership it is critical. This is no longer an option.

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Ron Edmondson

AUGUST 6, 2019

We are beginning to experience some momentum again with Leadership Network. Here are 3 ways momentum is fueled: Innovation – I’m using this term to highlight improving what is currently existing. Change the people in leadership. Which, by the way, requires more innovation, creativity or change. Every time.

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Ron Edmondson

SEPTEMBER 27, 2016

Of course, this came from God, but I believe God has equipped all of us with the ability to dream. Innovation. The hope of this post is you would reflect on your own leadership – consider your own heart as a leader. The post 5 Qualities to Seek in the Heart of a Leader appeared first on Ron Edmondson.

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Ron Edmondson

OCTOBER 16, 2013

Of course, this can happen in any church…regardless of the age or structure…but the longer we’ve been doing something the more comfortable we seem to get at doing it. The post The Structured Removal of Faith appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Innovation Leadership Ministry Organizational Leadership'

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Ron Edmondson

MARCH 4, 2015

Leadership is so much different today than when I first started leading over 30 years ago. To lead today we must learn to think outside the once considered normal lines of leadership. Much has been written about the informal aspects of leadership being as important as the formal aspects of leadership. Raising new leaders.

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Ron Edmondson

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

I couldn’t help but wonder, however, how much more effective he could have been endearing people to his leadership if he was “on their side” It must be genuine of course, and I’m not suggesting you drop loyalties to other teams, but ask what cause are you more loyal to supporting and how supporting it will be most effective.

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