Ron Edmondson

JULY 28, 2016

In one of my first vocational leadership roles, I managed a large retail division of a major department store. The division had several departments within it and each department had a separate department manager. Most of the departments were efficient, profitable, and easy to manage.

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Ron Edmondson

SEPTEMBER 4, 2012

In one of my first professional leadership roles, I managed a large retail division of a major department store. The division had several departments within it and each department had a separate department manager. Most of the departments were efficient, profitable, and easy to manage. That’s the subject of another post.).

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System Committee Maturity Edmondson 57

Ron Edmondson

JULY 5, 2013

In my first management position, I was a 19 year-old college sophomore working full-time and leading a small staff of four people in the men’s clothing area of a major department store. I was placed in the position almost by default, because the previous manager left unexpectedly and I was already there and eager to lead.

Maturity 58

Maturity Learning-by-Doing Leadership Styles Tips 58

Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 25, 2011

In my experience, when someone has responsibility they are more likely to mature as a person. Breaking the function into smaller, more manageable parts will help you accomplish more and get more people involved, which is always good for the organization. Using a team provides more opportunities to assign leadership tasks.

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Teamwork Edmondson Decentralization Maturity 53

Ron Edmondson

JULY 5, 2016

Manage your time wisely. Hang around positive-minded people – people you trust and who trust you – then let them speak into the deepest and darkest places of your life to help you continually mature as a person and leader. The post 8 Words of Encouragement for Young Leaders appeared first on Ron Edmondson.

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Learning-by-Doing Mentor Maturity Edmondson 57

Ron Edmondson

APRIL 16, 2019

In one of my first vocational leadership roles, I managed a large retail division of a major department store. The division had several departments within it and each department had a separate department manager. Most of the departments were efficient, profitable, and easy to manage.

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System Committee Maturity Retail 48

Ron Edmondson

JUNE 11, 2013

Without growth, the organization will eventually die, but if an organization only grows and never matures, that growth will not sustain itself for long. The more an organization grows the more it needs a structure in place to manage the growth; that’s maintenance. Some people love the maintenance world.

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Organization Maturity Bureaucracy Edmondson 61

Ron Edmondson

JULY 9, 2015

I was frequently asked how we have managed to find so many talented young leaders. Share experiences – Young leaders are open to learning from a mature leader’s successes and failures. Mature leaders, what else are you doing? The post 7 Ways to Raise up Young Leaders appeared first on Ron Edmondson.

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Maturity Construction Sharpe Learning-by-Doing 30

Ron Edmondson

APRIL 2, 2015

I’ve learned they aren’t always as “mature” as we think they are. Knowledge does not equal maturity — obedience does.) But, when you learn to manage your lists effectively, it can give you more freedom than you have now. The post 7 Small Changes That Produce Huge Results appeared first on Ron Edmondson.

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Maturity Open-book Learning-by-Doing Planning 30

Ron Edmondson

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

In the beginning of a relationship, you hang on what people say, but as the relationship matures it doesn’t matter as much what they say – it matters what they do. This principle should guide us as we begin new relationships and as we manage those we’ve had for years.

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Maturity Learning-by-Doing Books Power 33

Ron Edmondson

APRIL 4, 2018

I’ve learned they aren’t always as “mature” as we think they are. Knowledge does not equal maturity — obedience does.) But, when you learn to manage your lists effectively, it can give you more freedom than you have now. But, what can you do? Make a list. Feeling overwhelmed? Make a list.

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Maturity Open-book Learning-by-Doing Planning 48

Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 18, 2016

At 20 years of age, I was thrust into a management position, because the manger left suddenly. By default I was given responsibility I had bluffed upper management into believing I was prepared to do. Thankfully, I’ve matured enough to admit it these days. Are you stuck and wondering what to do next? I wasn’t.

Leadership 30

Leadership Maturity Leadership Styles Learning-by-Doing 30

Ron Edmondson

MARCH 14, 2012

I’m frequently asked how we have managed to find so many talented young leaders at Grace Community Church. Share experiences – Young leaders are open to learning from a mature leader’s successes and failures. Mature leaders, what else are you doing? Is it risky? Young leaders, what did I miss?

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Maturity Construction Learning-by-Doing Advice 82

Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 15, 2014

Childhood – A deepening and maturity process begins at this stage, but the organization still has few policies and procedures in place and everything is still “fun”, with the excitement of still being a young vision. I learned them years ago in a management class. A similar thing happens to organizations.

Development 57

Development Maturity Long-term Organization 57

Ron Edmondson

DECEMBER 9, 2019

A Life Transition for The Edmondsons. As our new leadership team began to plan for 2020, I saw my role shifting from one of building something new to more maintaining and managing. Those who know me know I am not a good manager and fundraising doesn’t excite me. I recently resigned my position as CEO of Leadership Network.

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Edmondson Career Restructuring Brainstorming 73

Ron Edmondson

AUGUST 26, 2011

It was a different form of deception/dishonesty: IMAGE MANAGEMENT. For years, I had been managing my image and even my character depending on the crowd that I happened to be with at the time. Please don’t comment just to win, but if you are serious about maturing as a believer this tool will help! Ephesians 4:21-24.

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Maturity Sharpe Tools Reputation 51

Ron Edmondson

MAY 3, 2013

Many leaders today have platforms that exceed their wisdom, experience and maturity. This book is for anyone that leads, but the strike zone is a 35 yr old senior manager, church planter or senior pastor, innovator or entrepreneur. These leaders need the tools and know how for getting it right. Buy the book HERE NOW.

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Handbook Influence Sharpe Books 42

Ron Edmondson

APRIL 13, 2015

In my first management position, I was a 19 year-old college sophomore working full-time and leading a small staff of four people in the men’s clothing area of a major department store. I was placed in the position almost by default, because the previous manager left unexpectedly and I was already there and eager to lead.

Learning-by-Doing 30

Learning-by-Doing Team Maturity Leadership Styles 30

Ron Edmondson

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

In my first management position, I was a 19 year-old college sophomore working full-time and leading a small staff of four people in the men’s clothing area of a major department store. I was placed in the position almost by default, because the previous manager left unexpectedly. I was already there and eager to lead.

Tips 42

Tips Learning-by-Doing Team Maturity 42

Ron Edmondson

MAY 22, 2012

At 20 years of age, I was thrust into a management position, because the manger left suddenly. By default I was given responsibility I had bluffed upper management into believing I was prepared to do. Thankfully, I’ve matured enough to admit it these days. Perception is often more powerful than reality. I wasn’t.

Leadership 56

Leadership Leadership Styles Maturity Learning-by-Doing 56

Ron Edmondson

JUNE 6, 2012

It’s part of maturing as a leader. One Contrast Between Leaders and Managers. Great leaders know they don’t have all the answers and are willing to seek input from others. Seek a mentor. Hire a coach or consultant. Recruit a board of advisers. Get another degree. Keep learning. I can’t keep up – Duh!

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Learning-by-Doing Follow-up Maturity Advice 83

Ron Edmondson

JULY 18, 2017

Thankfully, I’ve matured and now I can say the more stressful the season the more I discipline myself to exercise and get away from the office. Leadership isn’t needed if we simply manage status quo. Our bodies and minds need time to rejuvenate and recover. I have had more than one hard learning curve in this area.

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Delegation Learning Curve Long-term Short-term 52

Ron Edmondson

MAY 14, 2018

I was frequently asked how we have managed to find so many talented young leaders. Young leaders are open to learning from a mature leader’s successes and failures. Frankly, I have talked with some pastors frustrated with what they see as a lack of leadership among the newer generations. Is it risky? Share experiences.

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