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4 Things Visionary Leaders Hate to Hear

Ron Edmondson

That’s in the definition of what we do. Relationships can be strained during especially stressful seasons. The post 4 Things Visionary Leaders Hate to Hear appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Visionary leaders hate to hear: “We’ve never done it that way before.” Well, of course you haven’t. I can’t/won’t work with them again.”

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5 Words for an Overwhelmed Leader

Ron Edmondson

I have several older men I call when I’m maxed out with stress. Definitely be reading. The post 5 Words for an Overwhelmed Leader appeared first on Ron Edmondson. It’s not. Actually, it’s life-giving. Seek help Find a mentor who has walked where you are currently walking. Attend a conference. Feed your mind.

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7 Traits of Great Team Members

Ron Edmondson

Life and ministry is stressful enough. We set definite goals and objectives – measurable wherever possible, but I surround myself with other leaders who are passionate about Christ, our vision and other people and are willing to do whatever it takes to accomplish the vision. I think teams should have fun together.

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7 Tips to Navigate Emotions as a Pastor During COVID-19

Ron Edmondson

There’s a definite sense of loss for pastors. The busier and more stressed you are the more important it becomes. That first day everyone was looking to me as to whether to take services online was one of the most stressful I’ve had in a while. Protect what will definitely be there after this crisis. But here I am again.

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3 Biggest Challenges for Every Church Planter

Ron Edmondson

Men and women often react differently to the stress of planting. It changed our focus area, some of the church demographics, but both proved to be definite wise moves in the years that followed. The post 3 Biggest Challenges for Every Church Planter appeared first on Ron Edmondson.

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12 Leadership Principles of Jesus That Inspire Me

Ron Edmondson

When the woman who had been bleeding for 12 years touched His garment, Jesus stopped to heal her, even though headed to a definite purpose. The post 12 Leadership Principles of Jesus That Inspire Me appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Leadership Under Stress: The Jesus Model. Jesus handled distractions with grace.

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4 Reasons to Hate Policies – 4 Ways to Improve Them

Ron Edmondson

They are designed, by definition, to offer a sense of control. Show me an environment with a bunch of policies and you can almost always find some stressed out people. The post 4 Reasons to Hate Policies – 4 Ways to Improve Them appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Policies limit ability to think outside the box.