Ron Edmondson

OCTOBER 5, 2021

The post Transitions Coaching – A Part of 5T Leadership appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Then, I would help you develop a plan for the first year of leadership. Again, this is easier done in person, but can be done virtually. Send me a message HERE and we can talk details. You can find more about my experience here: LinkedIn: [link].

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Ron Edmondson

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Example : I love to empower the staff to create their own goals and objectives. Andy Stanley says “a tension to be managed, not a problem to be solved” Good organizations have some of those. It’s harder to manage many events than it is one. Change is needed, which allows more freedom and creative expression.

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Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 27, 2020

One of my first managers frequently reminded us no one is irreplaceable. Be honest about it, but be a verbal proponent of the overall objectives of the team and where things are going. Become an expert at setting goals and objectives. The post How to Be Invaluable as a Team Member appeared first on Ron Edmondson.

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Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

People often want a third-party objective and many times they look to the pastor for that role. Events manager. Every pastor manages someone — even if they are volunteers. In fact, volunteer management may actually be more difficult. The post 17 Often Unknown Roles of a Pastor appeared first on Ron Edmondson.

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Ron Edmondson

OCTOBER 10, 2022

The boss micro-manages all work. Goals and objectives are never clearly defined and stuck to, either because the boss doesn’t know what they should be or keeps changing their mind. The post 10 Bad Boss Types We All Know appeared first on Ron Edmondson. People following feel unappreciated, unprepared, even unwanted.

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Ron Edmondson

MAY 9, 2016

Part of the leader’s job is to learn to better manage conflict rather than attempting to kill them. Here are 7 thoughts for leaders managing conflict on a team: Interfere sparingly – I try not to take sides in conflict anymore than I have to, even when I have my own opinion. Don’t be afraid of conflict on a team.

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Coaching Tip

JULY 3, 2013

In addition, leaders, OD professionals and others can apply the data to strategically align thinking resources with business objectives and challenges. When managed well, cognitive diversity has been proven to pay off,” Herrmann-Nehdi says. “A • How can we use diverse thinking to move from conflict to creative contention?

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Ron Edmondson

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

The more an organization grows the more it needs a structure in place to manage the growth; that’s maintenance. As a development person, I always hope this leads to growth, but quality is my main objective. One thing I love helping leaders do is managing the transitions in their leadership and life. Maintenance.

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Ron Edmondson

MAY 26, 2016

One of my first managers frequently reminded us no one is irreplaceable. Be honest about it, but be a verbal proponent of the overall objectives of the team and where things are going. Be better at setting goals and objectives. The post 7 Ways to Make Yourself Invaluable to a Team appeared first on Ron Edmondson.

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Ron Edmondson

MARCH 3, 2022

I realize even the title of this post has some people already objecting. Lead more than you manage. Management is more about implementing policies and seeing they are adhered to completely. We need good management. In fact, knowing my own shortcomings, I’m a huge advocate for good management.

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You're Not the Boss of Me

SEPTEMBER 15, 2012

This week I’m pleased to introduce Jessica Edmondson as guest writer on You’re Not the Boss of Me. You don’t need a business management degree to understand that motivation is different for every person and that the key is to make sure you are motivating the right person in the right way. Delegating to the Wrong Person.

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Ron Edmondson

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

I was frequently asked how we have managed to find so many talented young leaders. Hold them accountable to clearly identified goals and objectives. The post 7 Ways to Attract and Retain Younger Leaders appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Or, when they do find them they can’t seem to keep them. Provide encouragement.

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Ron Edmondson

AUGUST 12, 2020

Example : I love to empower the staff to create their own goals and objectives. Andy Stanley says “a tension to be managed, not a problem to be solved” Good organizations have some of those. It’s harder to manage many events than it is one. Change is needed, which allows more freedom and creative expression.

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Committee Long-term Creativity Efficiency 47

Ron Edmondson

JUNE 1, 2017

Good managers are comfortable maintaining progress, but a leader needs to be leading change. It doesn’t mean people aren’t held accountable, but I prefer to do so with goals and objectives rather than with a time clock. The post 7 Ways to Keep a Leader on Your Team appeared first on Ron Edmondson.

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Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 1, 2017

The People on Your Team I prefer to be a macro-manager. There are times, however, where more micro-management may be needed by senior leadership. When tackling a new objective, critical to the organization. The post 5 Situations You May Need to Micromanage appeared first on Ron Edmondson. I like to lead leaders.

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Ron Edmondson

JULY 5, 2016

Manage your time wisely. If your long-term goals and objectives for life scream this will be a decision you will regret – don’t do it! The post 8 Words of Encouragement for Young Leaders appeared first on Ron Edmondson. And, every season of life is like this. I love your generation for its teachable spirit.

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Harvard Business Review

NOVEMBER 26, 2013

When your business is facing declining sales, a potential buy-out, or even certain closure, how do you manage people who are likely panicking about their future? In a crisis, you may think you need a whole new set of management approaches. But don’t throw out your Management 101 book quite yet. says Edmondson.

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Ron Edmondson

AUGUST 16, 2013

Today, I have learned to properly apply strategy and force, making me a better manager of the creative process and a stronger entrepreneur. This tactic corresponds to an abandonment of a current program or objective. The post How To Balance Strategy & Creativity To Move Your Ideas Forward appeared first on Ron Edmondson.

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Ron Edmondson

JULY 17, 2014

It’s one reason I need clear goals and objectives for myself and everyone on our team. Limited need for oversight - I can’t stand micro-management. The post 7 Non-Negotiable Values for Teams I Lead appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Ambiguity in what’s expected leads to frustration for all of us.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2010

In fact, when striving to come-up with this list I quickly came to the conclusion that while I attempted to use objective logic in making my assessments, the reality is that a list like this is mostly subjective based upon personal preference. Great question. You can follow Phil on Twitter @philgerb. You can follow art on Twitter @artpetty.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2010

Creating a framework for decisioning, using a published delegation of authority statement, encouraging sound business practices in collaboration, team building, leadership development, and talent management will all help avoid conflicts. The way to avoid conflict is to help those around you achieve their objectives.

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Ron Edmondson

JULY 1, 2014

I prefer to be a macro-manager. There are times, however, where more micro-management may be needed by senior leadership. When tackling a new objective, critical to the organization. I like to lead leaders. More coaching, encouraging or correction may be needed for a season.

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Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 30, 2017

One example where we’ve done this is empowering our staff to create their own goals and objectives. I love what Andy Stanley says about “a tension to be managed, not a problem to be solved” Good organizations have some of those. It’s harder to manage many events than it is one.

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Ron Edmondson

JUNE 11, 2013

The more an organization grows the more it needs a structure in place to manage the growth; that’s maintenance. As a development person, I always hope this leads to growth, but quality is my main objective. The post 3 Basic Needs of Every Organization or Church appeared first on Ron Edmondson. It may be completely internal.

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Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 16, 2014

Unknown objectives. Sure the miscommunication, unclear expectations, unknown objectives…all wrong. 7 Thoughts on Managing Conflict as a Leader. Unclear expectations. Ever seen that on a team? We all have. Those are common reasons for friction. Sure, the friction was wrong. Here’s to writing better systems.

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Ron Edmondson

MAY 31, 2018

In the business world and in the church, I’ve learned having a good team often makes the difference in how well we do at reaching our objectives. Work ethic – I’ve never been great at managing people. I have been blessed with some great teams in the past. I have a good team in the church where I am now.

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Ron Edmondson

MARCH 25, 2019

People often want a third-party objective and many times they look to the pastor for that role. Events manager. Every pastor manages someone — even if they are volunteers. In fact, volunteer management may actually be more difficult. It could be in a marriage or even been between business partners in the church.

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Learning-by-Doing CEO Self-aware Career 82

Ron Edmondson

JULY 9, 2015

I was frequently asked how we have managed to find so many talented young leaders. Hold them accountable to clearly identified goals and objectives. The post 7 Ways to Raise up Young Leaders appeared first on Ron Edmondson. As a church planter, we hired several staff members into their first ministry position.

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Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 3, 2014

In the business world and in the church, I’ve learned that having a good team often makes the difference in how well we do at reaching our objectives. Work ethic I’ve never been great at managing people. I have been blessed with some great teams in the past. I have a good team now.

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Team Objective Learning-by-Doing Loyalty 68

Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 30, 2015

The boss micro-manages all work. Goals and objectives are never clearly defined and stuck to, either because the boss doesn’t know what they should be or keeps changing their mind. The post 10 Bad Bosses We’ve All Been or Experienced appeared first on Ron Edmondson. The “Scared of Competition” Boss.

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Ron Edmondson

JUNE 8, 2015

People often want a third-party objective and many times they look to the pastor for that role. Events manager. Every pastor manages someone — even if they are volunteers. In fact, volunteer management may actually be more difficult. The post 16 Often Unknown Roles of a Pastor appeared first on Ron Edmondson.

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Miles Anthony Smith

AUGUST 7, 2018

What is the number #1 book you recommend for learning how to become a better leader (boss/manager or leading self)? Not only does it provide tools and resources for those transitioning into a leadership role, it also includes development strategies for management teams who are overseeing the growth of new leaders.

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Ron Edmondson

APRIL 12, 2012

According to surveys by Wharton Center for Applied Research, managers report that only 56% of their meetings are productive – and that 25% would have been more effective as conference call, memo, or voicemail. Find venues that know how to cater to your meeting objectives and agenda. Those venues are worth their weight in gold.

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Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 24, 2017

It’s one reason I need clear goals and objectives for myself and everyone on our team. I can’t stand micro-management. The post 7 Non-Negotiable Values for Teams I Lead appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Ambiguity in what’s expected leads to frustration for all of us. Limited need for oversight.

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Ron Edmondson

APRIL 25, 2018

I realize even the title of this post has some people already objecting. Lead as much (or more) than manage. Management is more about implementing policies and seeing they are adhered to completely. And, we need good management. I’m a huge advocate for good management. Without policies we would have chaos.

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Policies Bottom-up Follow-up Environment 31

Ron Edmondson

MARCH 14, 2012

I’m frequently asked how we have managed to find so many talented young leaders at Grace Community Church. Hold them accountable to clearly identified goals and objectives. I talk to pastors and leaders my age and older who want to see a new generation of leaders, but either don’t know how or can’t seem to find them.

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Ron Edmondson

OCTOBER 25, 2018

10 things learned leading in church revitalization: You have to learn to prioritize and manage your time. I tried to have no more than 3-5 objectives at any time.). Be ready for them, because you’ve already prioritized and managed your time. Ephesians 5:15-16). You can’t do everything or be everywhere. (I

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