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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Management Edmondson Crisis Uncertainty 15

Ron Edmondson

OCTOBER 15, 2012

There are issues…Biblical, foundational, value-driven issues…where narrow-mindedness is a positive, but in the mode of operation, of the way we get things done, or how we accomplish our God-given vision, I think change is not only good…it’s vital for continued growth. Related posts: Are You a Leader or Manager?

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Edmondson Content Organization Influence 63

Ron Edmondson

JUNE 17, 2015

Granted, they should, but, in my opinion, the weight of responsibility to shift to the one who is supposedly a good enough leader to be considered for the position. Don’t micro-manage. There may be times when you need a more active role in day-to-day operations, but those should be rare — not a regular occurrence.

Micromanagement 30

Micromanagement Learning-by-Doing Participative Edmondson 30

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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Leadership Self-aware Learning-by-Doing Open-book 102

Ron Edmondson

JULY 19, 2018

Granted, they should, but, in my opinion, the weight of responsibility to shift to the one who is supposedly a good enough leader to be considered for the position. Don’t micro-manage. There may be times when you need a more active role in day-to-day operations, but those should be rare — not a regular occurrence.

Micromanagement 31

Micromanagement Learning-by-Doing Participative Quality 31

Ron Edmondson

AUGUST 15, 2017

Update frequently all operating systems, firmware, apps – everything. password manager), and use multi-factor authentication. Cybersecurity Basics for Individuals: “UPDATE Protocol” from Marc Goodman’s “Future Crimes”: a. Passwords should be unique, long, strong, stored securely (e.g.

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Discount Reputation Banking Information Technology 44

Harvard Business Review

FEBRUARY 13, 2018

One of the most common questions I get asked by senior managers is “How can we find more innovative people?” That’s no simple task, and most managers have difficulty with it. In my previous company, we had a division manager who wasn’t performing the way we wanted her to. Hire for mission.

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Innovation Team Diversity Creativity 15

Harvard Business Review

DECEMBER 23, 2016

” Members from each partner organization rate the alliance in areas related to strategic fit, operational fit, and cultural fit. For example, the research of Amy Edmondson and Alicia Tucker in hospital emergency rooms shows that the failure to speak up can lead to medical mistakes with disastrous consequences.

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Productivity Products Survey Strategic Fit 8

N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 18, 2011

While this sounds simple enough at face value, I have consistently found that one of the most often overlooked leadership attributes is that of a positive attitude. This is a relatively new client, but I can tell you beyond a shadow of a doubt his positivity sets the tone for the entire organization and has produced incredible results.

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Leadership CEO Blog Learning-by-Doing 420

Harvard Business Review

DECEMBER 1, 2015

But a large and growing body of research on positive organizational psychology demonstrates that not only is a cut-throat environment harmful to productivity over time, but that a positive environment will lead to dramatic benefits for employers, employees, and the bottom line. Stress-producing bosses are literally bad for the heart.

Positioning 8

Positioning Productivity Products Stress 8

Ron Edmondson

MAY 15, 2018

It’s a great “problem” to have, but it does cause tensions, which need to be managed. There must be an intentional effort in every area to empower people and train volunteers for leadership positions. I think he and his team would have identified with the overwhelmingness of faster than anticipated growth. Communicate.

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System Follow-up Planning Learning-by-Doing 32