Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

The ones you often need to turn things around – innovative, creative, energetic, visionary, leaders – are hesitant to come to a plateaued or declining church. Challenge, opportunity, problems, something everyone says can’t be done — Those type environments fuel a leader’s energy. Let them go.

Edmondson 54

Edmondson Energy Creativity CEO 54

Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 29, 2020

Have you created an environment conducive to produce the kind of team you say you want?”. Simply put, leaders must determine whether they will create an environment that can produce innovative leaders or whether they will be an environment that merely produces managed followers. . One that produces managed followers.

Innovation 44

Innovation Environment Edmondson Survey 44

Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Yet, He has given us a mind and creativity to think, dream and explore. Could there be creative people who would want church growth sitting on the sidelines because they’ve never been asked to get involved? I believe God gives us a mind to be creative and use, but I also believe there are even Biblical principles at work here.

Energy 59

Energy Resistance Creativity Learning-by-Doing 59

Ron Edmondson

MARCH 22, 2022

I love the enthusiasm and creative minds of young leaders, and feel a certain calling to invest in the next generation of leaders. It was a more established, structured church and the experience proved invaluable in an environment that wasn’t as receptive to change. True leaders never last long in that type of environment.

Influence 72

Influence Positioning Loyalty Long-term 72

Ron Edmondson

AUGUST 12, 2020

Creative leadership will die, because genuine leaders rebel against controlling environments. When all creativity is structured out of the system. Change is needed, which allows more freedom and creative expression. When you can no longer attract leaders. If the process is so clearly defined nothing new is needed.

Committee 47

Committee Long-term Creativity Efficiency 47

Ron Edmondson

MARCH 2, 2022

If they excel in creative tasks then the job description may have more inventive tasks. It helps us achieve more than a rigid structured environment ever could. Then build the job description, with the person’s help, around the person you hire. Find people you believe can help shape a healthy team.

Stress 57

Stress Process Delegation Edmondson 57

Ron Edmondson

JUNE 30, 2021

Growth happens in environments where the potential to fail is prevalent, accepted, and not scorned. ” It’s amazing how creative people can become. Here are 7 high costs of attempting to eliminate risk: Limited growth. Personally and corporately, without a certain amount of risk there is no potential for growth. Wasted time.

Cost 77

Cost Edmondson Resources Definition 77

Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

The ones you often need to turn things around – innovative, creative, energetic, visionary, leaders – are hesitant to come to a plateaued or declining church. Challenge, opportunity, problems, something everyone says can’t be done – those type environments fuel a leader’s energy. What doesn’t?

Edmondson 44

Edmondson Environment Energy Creativity 44

Ron Edmondson

JUNE 8, 2017

The ones you often need to turn things around – innovative, creative, energetic, visionary, leaders – are hesitant to come to a plateaued or declining church. Challenge, opportunity, problems,something everyone says can’t be done — Those type environments fuel a leader’s energy.

Environment 55

Environment Energy Creativity CEO 55

Ron Edmondson

JUNE 21, 2023

Do you have creative people who would want church growth sitting on the sidelines because they’ve never been asked to get involved? (We But if you want to grow, especially grow long-term, you’ll need to surround yourself with healthy people who build a healthy team environment – and let other people share leadership.

Energy 60

Energy Resistance Learning-by-Doing Creativity 60

Ron Edmondson

MARCH 20, 2017

Creative thoughts are fueled better outside your normal routine and environment. Questions can be gold for fueling ideas and creativity. Create an environment where innovation and outside-the-box thinking is acceptable. It’s amazing how creative we often become under a deadline. Reward new ideas.

Innovation 56

Innovation Team Brainstorming Wilde 56

Ron Edmondson

DECEMBER 15, 2020

Leaders are attracted to environments where they can explore – especially in areas where they have a personal interest or where they want to develop. Give them more creative time to dream. Let them experiment somewhere you’ve wanted to go, but haven’t tried. They may discover the next big thing for the organization.

Team 76

Team Micromanagement Edmondson Brainstorming 76

Ron Edmondson

JULY 15, 2020

But removing all the hard lines around people promotes their individual creativity and encourages innovation for the team. In a healthy environment, however, methods of accomplishing the vision are held loosely. Things are subject to change quickly. Things like vision and values are concrete. They aren’t changeable.

Team 50

Team Bureaucracy Edmondson Uncertainty 50

Ron Edmondson

MAY 8, 2013

In fact, the differences are almost exact opposites: Here are some characteristics of environments that lead people: Creativity is encouraged and mistakes are seen as part of the process. Creativity and independent thought is discouraged. 5 Ways to Lead Creative People without Stifling Them. People are taken for granted.

Delegation 74

Delegation Edmondson Creativity Policies 74

Ron Edmondson

MARCH 9, 2021

Leaders who attempt to control stifle their team’s creativity, frustrate others on the team and limit the growth and future success of the organization. (In Great teams laugh together, share personal life with one another, and build relationships beyond the work environment. You can’t control every outcome.

Mentor 73

Mentor Follow-up Delegation Edmondson 73

Ron Edmondson

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

But removing hard lines around people promotes their individual creativity and encourages innovation for the team. In a healthy environment, however, methods of accomplishing the vision are always held loosely. Granted, this fuzziness can produce a lot of gray areas, which can even be messy at times. They aren’t changeable.

Team 53

Team Edmondson Bureaucracy Resistance 53

Ron Edmondson

JULY 3, 2014

Creative leadership will die, because genuine leaders rebel against controlling environments. When all creativity is structured out of the system. When you can no longer attract leaders. When people are controlled more than empowered you will attract doers but you won’t attract visionary leaders.

Long-term 73

Long-term Creativity Learning-by-Doing Process 73

Ron Edmondson

JUNE 26, 2017

Granted, this fuzziness can produce a lot of gray areas, which can even be messy at times, but removing all the hard lines around people promotes their individual creativity and encourages innovation for the team. In a healthy environment, however, methods of accomplishing the vision are always held loosely.

Team 60

Team Bureaucracy Resistance Uncertainty 60

Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 13, 2013

There are many unhealthy environments in churches. And, some of those people, even well-meaning as they may be sometimes, work together to form unhealthy environments. Some work together…for the common good of honoring Christ…and form healthy environments. Are there any healthy church staffs? I understand.

Short-term 59

Short-term Leadership Environment Long-term 59

Ron Edmondson

MARCH 13, 2017

Growth happens in environments where the potential to fail is prevalent, accepted, and not scorned. ” It’s amazing how creative people can become. Here are 7 hidden costs of attempting to eliminate risk: Limited growth. Personally and corporately, without a certain amount of risk there is no potential for growth.

Cost 58

Cost Edmondson Resources Definition 58

Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 1, 2013

This produces a lot of gray area, which can even be messy at times, but it promotes creativity and vitality for the team. In a healthy environment, methods of accomplishing the vision are always held loosely, without a sense of ownership or entitlement to them. They aren’t changeable.

Team 53

Team Bureaucracy Resistance Creativity 53

Ron Edmondson

MARCH 3, 2014

Introverts can be highly creative. Your challenge is to create an environment conducive for hearing from them. Ever wonder why the introvert on your team isn’t talking? They have original ideas. They think things through thoroughly. You need to hear from them. They may have thoughts you need to hear. Remember, I am one.

Brainstorming 83

Brainstorming Team Process Participative 83

Ron Edmondson

JUNE 1, 2017

Leaders are attracted to environments where they can explore – especially in areas where they have a personal interest or where they want to develop. Give them more creative time to dream. Let them experiment somewhere you’ve wanted to go, but haven’t tried. They may discover the next big thing for the organization.

Team 56

Team Micromanagement Brainstorming Edmondson 56

Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 16, 2014

The only way to avoid some it would be to institute a more controlled environment, where opinions don’t matter. Freedom Passes Develop Systems and Increase Creativity. Teams involve imperfect people with differing views and opinions. The best teams will have friction at times. But, then friction really isn’t eliminated.

System 56

System Objective Team Creativity 56

Ron Edmondson

JUNE 5, 2018

If they excel in creative tasks then the job description may have more inventive tasks. It helps us achieve more than a rigid structured environment ever could. Then build the job description, with the person’s help, around the person you hire. Find people you believe can help shape a healthy team.

Stress 34

Stress Process Delegation Team 34

Ron Edmondson

JUNE 21, 2018

The fact is introverts can be highly creative. Our challenge, as leaders, is to create an environment conducive for hearing from everyone. “I wish he would speak up more.” “He He doesn’t participate as much as some of the others.”. And, sometimes I wonder if the team dynamics allow for them to be heard. They have original ideas.

Team 61

Team Brainstorming Participative Process 61

Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 3, 2014

I love the enthusiasm and creative minds of young leaders, and feel a certain calling to invest in the next generation of leaders. It’s a more established, structured church and the experience has proven invaluable in an environment of change. Real leaders never last long in that type environment. Commitment – Be loyal.

Influence 60

Influence Tips Environment Positioning 60

Ron Edmondson

SEPTEMBER 29, 2015

If they excel in creative tasks then the job description may have more inventive tasks. It helps us achieve more than a rigid structured environment ever could. If they excel in administrative tasks then the job description may have more administrative tasks. Find people around whom you believe you can shape a team.

Stress 30

Stress Process Edmondson Team Building 30

Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 30, 2017

Creative leadership will die, because genuine leaders rebel against controlling environments. When all creativity is structured out of the system. It’s time for some structural change which allows more freedom and creative expression. When you can no longer attract leaders. Granted we need to meet about some things.

Long-term 30

Long-term Creativity Learning-by-Doing Energy 30

Ron Edmondson

APRIL 2, 2019

Are there creative people who would want church growth sitting on the sidelines because they’ve never been asked to get involved? But if you want to grow, especially grow long-term, you’ll need to surround yourself with healthy people who build a healthy team environment – and let other people share leadership.

Energy 38

Energy Resistance Learning-by-Doing Creativity 38

Ron Edmondson

APRIL 10, 2017

Leaders who attempt to control stifle their team’s creativity, frustrate others on the team and limit the growth and future success of the organization. Great teams laugh together, share personal life with one another, and build relationships beyond the work environment. You can’t control every outcome.

Mentor 57

Mentor Follow-up Delegation Edmondson 57

Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 4, 2015

Creative thoughts are fueled better outside your normal routine and environment. It’s amazing how creative we often become under deadline. There is something about a change in surroundings that encourages a change in thought. Take a trip to another church — or if nothing else — around the city.

Innovation 30

Innovation Team Brainstorming Transportation 30

Ron Edmondson

AUGUST 1, 2018

Our “have fun” value lets the volunteers’ individuality shine while still creating an excellent environment for our guests. You’ll know your team members have internalized the values when they start coming up with their own creative ideas. “I Policies can’t cover all potential decisions.

Policies 30

Policies Stress Team Consultative 30

Ron Edmondson

JULY 3, 2015

Leaders are attracted to environments where they can explore — especially in areas where they have a personal interest or where they want to develop. Give them more creative time to dream. Let them experiment somewhere you’ve wanted to go but haven’t tried. They may discover the next big thing for the organization.

Team 30

Team Micromanagement Brainstorming Edmondson 30

Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 9, 2011

I’ve worked in lots of environments and this is a good one…a healthy place to work. I think our team would agree we are a healthy environment. We are generally flexible and laid back as an organization, yet we accomplish much towards our mission. Read some of them HERE , HERE , or HERE.)

Edmondson 41

Edmondson Consultative Blog Team 41

Ron Edmondson

MAY 22, 2018

I realize none of the churches where I have served would have been successful without the creativity, diligence and leadership of the staff with whom I served. Real leaders never last long in that type environment. There are certainly leaders who will never be open to your input.

Learning-by-Doing 38

Learning-by-Doing Long-term Short-term Positioning 38

Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 5, 2016

The reason I love this test is that it allows me to create the most healthy environment possible to make each person happy, productive and successful. You’ll be surprised by the creativity and problem solving that happens when you let people speak into other areas besides the one they’re in. Ask The Tough Questions.

Team 30

Team Workshop Learning-by-Doing Library 30