Ron Edmondson

MARCH 7, 2023

I am referring to the dreams I am currently dreaming. Of course, the idea behind those cute, well-worded statements is to communicate vision and mission. Yet, those are usually very broad statements. They can be lofty and aspirational even. And they should be. They will often last a long time.

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Edmondson Reference Objective Team 67

Ron Edmondson

JUNE 22, 2023

Give up when change is resisted – don’t push through towards doing the right thing Make excuses when things go wrong – pretend it is never your fault Quit dreaming – or allowing others to do so Resist any organized system, strategy or plans to grow the church Stop praying – pretend you’ve “got this” Insist (..)

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Resistance Comparison Edmondson Learning-by-Doing 75

Ron Edmondson

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Here I am referring to the DNA and culture for the entire team. Even during meetings I welcome texting or emailing me (depending on the size and structure of the meeting) during the meeting. I’ve found this approach works better for some who may not provide their voice otherwise. Structuring for expression of thought.

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Diversity Edmondson Team Focus Group 68

Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 5, 2022

Well, for this one I would refer to other church practitioners. Instead of investing in the people who have returned and people you haven’t even reached yet, we worry about those who have for all practical purposes chosen “another church”. Or at least another form of church. What can we do now?

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Audience Edmondson Morale Reference 86

Ron Edmondson

MARCH 16, 2023

I have often referred to this style of leadership as shallow leadership. They settle for mediocre quality of leading, rather than attempting the hard work of leadership excellence. Some remain oblivious to the real health of their leadership and the organizations they lead.

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Examples Leadership Delegation Edmondson 58

Ron Edmondson

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Deuteronomy references God and the eagle stirring its nest. Saying yes, before I have all the assignment or all my questions are answered, seems to open the door for God to bring peace about the move. And, His blessing and glory. God is not afraid to stir the nest.

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Resistance Learning-by-Doing Edmondson Follow-up 59

Ron Edmondson

AUGUST 17, 2022

I have often referred to this as the “backside of leadership” Contrasting two leaders: Years ago I had a leader I could never predict. There are unseen traits of great leaders which are often unknown until tested. These unseen traits often help determine the success of a leader.

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Edmondson Team Reference Content 66

Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 19, 2023

I’m specifically referring to strong-willed people. Have you ever tried to lead someone who didn’t necessarily want to be led? Here’s a reality of dealing with people. The same children that were labeled “strong-willed” by their parents often grow up to be strong-willed adults. Perhaps you know one. Perhaps you are one. (I

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Tips Resistance Maturity Guidelines 79

Ron Edmondson

JULY 10, 2019

I once received a question about a post entitled “ 7 Enemies of Organizational Health “ One of those “enemies” I listed as “structure” The person’s question was, “Are you referring to micromanagement?” ” He went on to say that we need structure to prevent organizational chaos.

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Committee Micromanagement Reference Bottom-up 39

Ron Edmondson

MAY 30, 2023

It’s good “therapy” for me just to get them recorded in a system where I can easily refer back to them – often in categories such as staffing, programs, new initiatives, etc. I frequently go to them, add things, take things off, and prioritize them. Many of these lists I share with our team. Some I don’t.

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Advice COO Resistance Delegation 63

Ron Edmondson

NOVEMBER 20, 2014

4) Referring to preaching as teaching: See #3 above. Perhaps because of the relatively new title “Teaching Pastor,” people below 40 may refer to preaching as teaching. 6) Not checking references’ contact information: Before you send out your resume, provide your references with the contact information you plan to provide for them.

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Tips Committee Reference Report 51

Ron Edmondson

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Yet, for the term “wise leader” I’m referring to a unique category of leaders. My hope is simply to soak up some of that wisdom during our time together. . All of us can have moments of wisdom. There are lots of “smart” leaders.

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Leadership Reputation Learning-by-Doing Planning 77

Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 6, 2020

Hire or refer me. You can also refer me to your church or organization. I think I have more books in me and selling more of this one would be an encouragement. You can actually find my Amazon page here with a few other resources. I plan to add more soon. That could be helping to develop you and/or your team.

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Reference Media Brainstorming Blog 47

Ron Edmondson

AUGUST 3, 2023

I am referring to constructive feedback from people I care about and who respect me. I like to say “you can’t see what I see until you sit where I sit “ Leading is hard and I am not suggesting we make it harder. But I’m not talking about the negative type of criticism – or the kind they share behind your back.

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Construction Maturity Edmondson Team 58

Ron Edmondson

MARCH 10, 2021

What I’m referring to here is saying “I don’t know” when the real answer has already been decided. So, say “ I don’t know” when you want your team to share insights and ideas. And do that often. Collaboration is key to a healthy team culture. . When the answer is already No.

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Edmondson Reference Follow-up Team 51

Ron Edmondson

AUGUST 23, 2017

Look them up for reference if you need a refresher.). It’s why I am not afraid to say no or wait to non-emergency situations. It’s why I teach the Jethro and Acts 6 principles of leadership to our church.

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Stress Delegation Reference Planning 55

Ron Edmondson

APRIL 13, 2021

It seemed strange the first time I heard a news story refer to a Twitter feed as a “source” of information. While I don’t ask them every time I post, (probably should) my hope is that with this paradigm in my mind it will keep me from regretting as many posts later. Now it’s commonplace.

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Media Maturity Edmondson Reputation 70

Ron Edmondson

JUNE 28, 2023

Since he was referred to me by a friend for advice, I felt the freedom to be candid with him. This young man had been on the job less than a month. I felt his question could come in time, but not one month into a new role. He had so much to learn. He obviously garnered attention to get hired.

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Short-term Learning-by-Doing Long-term Advice 57

Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 8, 2014

Check references not listed. The references they give you will all be good. Here I’m talking about motivation. If your choice is between a seasoned professional who has lost their zeal and a newbie with incredible passion choose the newbie almost every time. Do your homework beyond this.

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Tips Team Reference Content 55

Ron Edmondson

JUNE 14, 2023

I should say, I’m not referring to new Christians, and certainly not those who are attending, but not yet believers. And they aren’t impressed. They know the person in the office on Monday morning is not the person who claims to be so wonderful on Sunday morning.

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Power Edmondson Examples Reputation 76

Ron Edmondson

JULY 10, 2014

When someone refers to me as their boss I almost feel like I’m doing something wrong as a leader. Are you a boss or a leader? I have to be honest I hate the term boss. Forgive me for making me think I’m the boss. There are so many differences in a boss and a leader. If only in connotation.

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Delegation Reference Policies Environment 75

Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 24, 2018

The vision is referred to for its value to an organization. I am actually referring to another principle though, which leaders sometimes overlook. Leaders talk a lot about the importance of sticking with a vision. We know we have to repeat a vision often. Without a vision, the people perish. We know all these principles.

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Reference Advice Organization Operations 34

Ron Edmondson

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

Some things are actually what I refer to as “ fuzzy ” on a healthy team. At the same time, there will be a certain fuzziness on a healthy team. . This is a paradox when it comes to clarity and organizational health. Indistinct. I’ve been talking about this principle for years, but 2020 has only served to confirm it.

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Team Edmondson Bureaucracy Resistance 53

Ron Edmondson

MAY 17, 2018

Whenever someone refers to me as their boss I almost feel like I’m doing something wrong as a leader. Are you a boss or a leader? I hate the term boss. I want to ask forgiveness for making me think I’m the boss. There are so many differences in a boss and a leader.

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Micromanagement Delegation Policies Reference 36

Ron Edmondson

APRIL 1, 2012

In fact, I wondered where the Biblical reference for it was. I knew it was sound doctrinally, because I had experienced it so many times in my life, but I didn’t have a reference to back it up until I read this verse years ago. I once thought it was overused.

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Reference Course Power 49

Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 2, 2022

Granted, this is a paraphrase and shouldn’t be considered a “study Bible” And I’m keeping a more literal version nearby for reference. I’ve never done that. But I’m excited about the colorful way The Message illustrates Scriptures I’ve read previously.

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Tips Edmondson Document Follow-up 54

Ron Edmondson

AUGUST 27, 2020

Deuteronomy references God and the eagle stirring its nest. Saying yes, before I have all the assignment or all my questions are answered, seems to open the door for God to bring peace about the move. And, His blessing and glory. God is not afraid to stir the nest.

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Resistance Learning-by-Doing Edmondson Follow-up 72

Ron Edmondson

OCTOBER 30, 2019

I am referring to the dreams I am currently dreaming. One of the greatest challenges I have felt as a senior leader is to regularly communicate the big picture vision I own in my head. Of course, this is the idea behind vision and mission statements, but those are very broad statements.

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Mission Statement Edmondson Reference Objective 35

Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 18, 2015

Love the Biblical references. One of the best delivered speeches — ever. The post I Have a Dream Speech — Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Related posts: Martin Luther King Jr’s Last Speech Should Be Ours. 7 Ways to Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s ’s Legacy.

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Ron Edmondson

OCTOBER 16, 2018

She is also a recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom and a protégé of Peter Drucker, the consultant, educator, and author Forbes magazine referred to as “the founder of modern management.” Frances once told me and my congregation that “Leaders of the past tell. Leaders of the future ask.”

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Morale Drucker Influence Long-term 64

Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 22, 2020

I’m referring to them as potholes. In years of studying leadership, both in the business world and in ministry, I’ve seen some consistent traps which get in the way of a leader’s long-term success. These potholes can become deep, and when they do, and you hit them, you can literally lose your leadership influence.

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Leadership Long-term Bond Edmondson 60

Ron Edmondson

JULY 22, 2011

It means I answer emails promptly… It means I return phone calls in a reasonable time… It means I will help you get the help or answer you need… However, there are too many demands on my time to always be available… My time, like everyone’s time, is limited… I must make the smartest use of it… It means I may (..)

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Reference Leadership 83

Ron Edmondson

AUGUST 2, 2018

This is not referring to worship. When the body begins to think “this is my church”, it will soon start operating outside the complete power and utter dependency of the rightful owner. It will then lose the Spirit’s power. A lack of energy stagnates a church. The church is the body of Christ.

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Energy Learning-by-Doing Reference Efficiency 55

Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 9, 2012

Recently I received a question about a post entitled “ 7 Enemies of Organizational Health “ One of those “enemies” I listed as “structure” The person’s question was, “Are you referring to micromanagement?” ” He went on to say that we need structure to prevent organizational chaos.

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Micromanagement Reference Organization Examples 50

Ron Edmondson

JULY 21, 2011

You can see the diagram, but in case it isn’t clear, here are some explanations: Invitation - This refers to the atmosphere and degree of welcoming a church or an individual message provides. Challenge - This refers to the degree others are encouraged to grow in their walk with Christ. Do people enjoy being there?

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Development Reference Media Conference 61

Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 4, 2021

Some even refer to me as an “expert” in leadership – to which I would tell them I’m still very much in the apprentice stage in many ways. To be clear, I believe in listening to people considered experts in their field. I serve as a consultant and coach to pastors and churches. I hope my work is helpful.

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Leadership Edmondson Crisis Learning-by-Doing 81

Ron Edmondson

APRIL 3, 2019

Always refer to the past as the good times and fail to recognize the ideas of the next generation. Stop praying – pretend you’ve “got this” Insist you have all answers before you attempt to “walk by faith”. Never challenge people – let them chill on the sidelines.

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Resistance Comparison Learning-by-Doing Trends 62