Ron Edmondson

MARCH 8, 2021

Nothing is more frustrating than being asked to complete a project without the tools with which to do it. Resources fully provided. Healthy delegation provides adequate resources and money to accomplish the task assigned. Accountability fully in place.

Delegation 75

Delegation Edmondson Objective Uncertainty 75

Ron Edmondson

JUNE 7, 2017

When you give people the tools, resources and power to accomplish the task and you’ve often created new capacity. Provide them with new tools – maybe new ideas — assure them they can’t fail if they are doing their best. Extra capacity energizes people to find new and adventuresome ways of achieving them.

Edmondson 60

Edmondson Tools Power Organization 60

Ron Edmondson

MAY 16, 2017

Even if you don’t have a designer on staff, there are tools like Canva, Legend, and Facebook Ad tools that make creating images and videos easy for the rest of us. Like everything else your church does, social media is simply another tool to help people grow closer to Jesus. Be Strategic. It’s not a silver bullet.

Media 57

Media Content Policies Video 57

Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 24, 2023

To do something in person or by email – Choose in person By far, email is my most frequent communication tool. You won’t keep respect as a leader if you continually stand opposite your team and keep being proved wrong. And if you believe in your team – prove it.

Learning Curve 77

Learning Curve Commitment Consensus Learning-by-Doing 77

Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Questions are a powerful tool for every leader. The greatest leaders I know ask lots of questions. Whenever I consult with leaders, one of the first things I do is analyze what questions the leader is asking. You only get answers to questions you ask. The better the questions – the better the answers. Questions can challenge.

Power 57

Power Brainstorming Delegation Edmondson 57

Ron Edmondson

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Networking is one of a change agents greatest tools. You value the opinions of other people and work hard to gain their trust. Knowing that ultimate change can’t happen without human capital, you are constantly investing in relationships. You realize there are steps to take and carefully choose the timing of when to take them.

Human Capital 59

Human Capital Edmondson Creativity Follow-up 59

Ron Edmondson

JULY 19, 2022

It’s difficult to expect someone to complete a task when the leader hasn’t given the proper tools for the job. In fact, a failed delegation may be just the experience someone needs to do a better job next time. Adequate resources were not in place. The wrong person was chosen for the task.

Delegation 57

Delegation Benchmarking Project Edmondson 57

Ron Edmondson

OCTOBER 31, 2022

These are the best teaching tools you will ever have for future development. If you can’t admit you made some, you may have bigger problems. There are always things you could’ve done better. Own your junk. Admit your failures. Contact some friends. It’s easier to hide.

Edmondson 66

Edmondson Tools Positioning Course 66

Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

You can read more about how to use this tool HERE. Could this be a helpful tool for you? When I consider the person’s interest and power or influence in the organization it can help the way I respond in making the decision, who’s involved in that process, and help us stay focused towards the mission, while still valuing people.

Stakeholder Analysis 34

Stakeholder Analysis Analysis Tools Learning-by-Doing 34

Ron Edmondson

MARCH 2, 2020

This is a big one, because criticism can be a great teaching tool. In elementary school it went like this — “I know I am, but what are you?” ” Ignoring an opportunity to learn. It needs a filter.

Maturity 61

Maturity Edmondson Tools Quality 61

Ron Edmondson

OCTOBER 27, 2020

I generally agree with the theory behind these type tools. I have studied some psychological theory on personality differences and types. I’m certified to administer Myers-Briggs , but have worked with most of the more popular assessments. For example, I am an introvert.

Edmondson 65

Edmondson Uncertainty Stress Tools 65

Ron Edmondson

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Use this as an advantage to get more people into key roles, but also as a discipleship tool knowing that people who serve are in a better position to be growing personally. Much like Easter, especially with vision-casting, church members will understand the need for new volunteers during a busier season. Ask members to sacrifice.

Follow-up 75

Follow-up Long-term Edmondson Retail 75

Ron Edmondson

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

Help cast a vision of what a win looks like, give them the tools they need, but this is the part of delegation you need the most – getting out of the way. It won’t likely be done the way you wanted it to be done. Things may not be done at the pace you expected. You have to release authority to do the delegated work.

Delegation 74

Delegation Follow-up Edmondson Learning-by-Doing 74

Ron Edmondson

NOVEMBER 15, 2011

If I can find a tool that will make life easier or more efficient then I want to share it. Evernote has been one of the best tools I’ve discovered for making my job easier. I love pastors and one of my favorite things to do is help pastors be better pastors. I’m not a techie. That’s why I wrote Evernote for Pastors!

eBook 57

eBook Price Download Tools 57

Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 13, 2016

If you grab on to a faulty tool—in this case the tool of vision—everything you to try to build with that tool will be limited. And buildings and campuses might be important tools, but they are means to something greater, not an end in themselves. #3 Reaching more” and “changing the world” are too vague.

Efficiency 30

Efficiency Franchising Tools Learning-by-Doing 30

Ron Edmondson

APRIL 8, 2011

This is a practical, insiders look, giving you the tools to make Missional Communities come alive in your church. Regardless of how you do church, if you want to build disciples, you’ll want this as a tool for your ministry. Full of theory, theology, case studies, and practical tips for implementation, this is a wealth of resources.

Case Study 58

Case Study Tools Resources Tips 58

Ron Edmondson

AUGUST 1, 2012

Questions are a powerful tool for every leader. The greatest leaders I know ask lots of questions. Whenever I consult with leaders, one of the first things I do is analyze what questions the leader is asking. Here are 7 questions leaders should memorize and use often: How can we improve as a team? Will you help me? How can I help you?

Edmondson 62

Edmondson Consultative Tools Power 62

Ron Edmondson

AUGUST 26, 2011

I had just finished taking my MONVEE assessment and discovered though that tool the most likely spiritual inhibitor or “one sin” for me was Deception/Dishonesty. We are giving away the Monvee tool to 10 individuals who comment on this post. I must say, I was a little frustrated when I first read that. Today I am on staff at MONVEE.

Maturity 51

Maturity Sharpe Tools Reputation 51

Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 21, 2020

People have the training, tools and people to accomplish the delegated task. People know if what they attempt doesn’t work that they will be encouraged to try again. You won’t hold it against them and together everyone learns what to improve the next time. Resources are adequate. Their back is protected.

Delegation 35

Delegation Edmondson Learning-by-Doing Tools 35

Ron Edmondson

AUGUST 12, 2015

When you give people the tools, resources and power to accomplish the task and you’ve often created new capacity. Provide them with new tools — maybe new ideas — assure them they can’t fail if they are doing their best. Extra capacity energizes people to find new and adventuresome ways of achieving them.

Organization 30

Organization Edmondson Tools Power 30

Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

Networking is one of a change agents greatest tools. Good change agent leaders value the opinions of other people and work hard to gain trust. They know ultimate change can’t happen without human capital and they are constantly investing in relationships. Strategic.

Human Capital 58

Human Capital Creativity Edmondson Follow-up 58

Ron Edmondson

JUNE 11, 2014

Nothing is more frustrating than being asked to complete a project without the tools with which to do it. Resources – Good delegation involves having adequate resources and money to accomplish the task assigned. Accountability – Proper delegation involves follow up and evaluation of the delegated assignment.

Delegation 68

Delegation Bottom-up Uncertainty Morale 68

Ron Edmondson

JULY 19, 2017

I generally agree with the theory behind these type tools. Discerning the difference in leading others I have studied some psychological theory on personality differences and types. I’m certified to administer Myers-Briggs, but have worked with most of the more popular assessments. I am an introvert, for example.

Uncertainty 56

Uncertainty Stress Team Tools 56

Ron Edmondson

SEPTEMBER 11, 2017

Nothing is more frustrating than being asked to complete a project without the tools with which to do it. Effective delegation means people have adequate resources and money to accomplish the task assigned. Accountability. Proper delegation involves follow up and evaluation of the delegated assignment. Did we achieve the objectives?

Delegation 39

Delegation Bottom-up Objective Uncertainty 39

Ron Edmondson

MARCH 14, 2011

Leaders create capacity in an organization so the organization and people can grow… That’s what leaders do… Great leaders: Paint the void – Allow others to see what could be accomplished… Empower the team – Give the tools, resources and power to accomplish the task… Release – Let go of the control so (..)

Micromanagement 58

Micromanagement Tools Team Resources 58

Ron Edmondson

SEPTEMBER 20, 2012

Related posts: 4 Tools to Grow People. What caused you to suddenly “grow up”? What would you add to my list? The post Things that make you grow up… appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Do You Want to Grow Leaders? 3 Things that Make a Christian Unhappy. Week of Thanksgiving: Who Helped You Grow Spiritually?

Maturity 59

Maturity Edmondson Tools Planning 59

Ron Edmondson

OCTOBER 11, 2012

In fact, it will likely be your greatest teaching tool in the future. The times you failed. Previously I wrote THIS POST about keeping an encouragement file. You need this too. A failure file is equally important. I am reminded from the Bible that Rahab never lost her title. She was always known as Rahab the Harlot. Even in the faith chapter.

Edmondson 55

Edmondson Follow-up Tools Process 55

Ron Edmondson

AUGUST 13, 2018

A leader’s most effective tool may be prayer. For the Christian leader, especially, prayer should be critical to how we lead. I’m 54 and I’ve not mastered this yet – even though I know how powerful prayer is for the believer. Our leader, Jesus was always walking in prayer with the Father.

Reputation 46

Reputation Follow-up Planning Power 46

Ron Edmondson

JULY 18, 2013

Resources are adequate – They have the training, tools and people to accomplish the task. Authority has been granted – They have the power to script the path to accomplishment. Permission to fail is assured – They know if it doesn’t work they will be encouraged to try again.

Delegation 62

Delegation Insurance Edmondson Tools 62

Ron Edmondson

JULY 31, 2012

This is what gives you the tools you need. This is what will improve your leadership. Make it last. Of course, you’ll have to respond according to what you’re learning, but this is where you start. This is what can help shape your leadership. This is the gold information of leading people.

Long-term 57

Long-term Succession Leadership Edmondson 57

Ron Edmondson

APRIL 6, 2011

You can ever read more about how to use this tool HERE. Could this be a helpful tool? When I consider the person’s interest and power or influence in the organization, it can help the way I respond in making the decision, who’s involved in that process, and help us stay focussed towards the mission, while still valuing people.

Stakeholder Analysis 47

Stakeholder Analysis Analysis Tools Learning-by-Doing 47

Ron Edmondson

MARCH 5, 2020

Leaders must create cultures where even failure is embraced as a tool for discovering new insights. New people always bring new capacity. A culture of fear. When people are afraid of making a mistake they are less likely to take a risk. One way I have attempted this is by calling new initiatives an “experiment”.

Bureaucracy 56

Bureaucracy Brainstorming Guidelines Edmondson 56

Ron Edmondson

OCTOBER 15, 2013

Related posts: 7 Ways to Hear “I have a problem with you leader” 4 Tools to Grow People. What are you doing to grow as a leader these days? The post 7 Sure Ways to Grow as a Leader appeared first on Ron Edmondson. 4 Ways a Leader Becomes Controlling. Do You Want to Grow Leaders? Leadership Ministry'

Maturity 83

Maturity Learning-by-Doing Edmondson Energy 83

Ron Edmondson

OCTOBER 14, 2015

A leader’s most effective tool — Prayer. Here are 10 good prayers of an effective leader: Dear Lord, grow my love for you so I will trust in You when I can’t see the path ahead clearly. Dear Lord, help me not to say yes when no is the right answer.

Edmondson 30

Edmondson Reputation Influence Planning 30

Ron Edmondson

DECEMBER 17, 2019

I have known guys who love tools and others who love flashlights. You will have to use discretion on whether this is an appropriate gift in your context.). More of what he loves. Most men have an attraction to some item – some “gadget”. Give them another one of those and they are happy. I have some friends who like writing pens.

Edmondson 44

Edmondson Sports Creativity Examples 44

Ron Edmondson

DECEMBER 19, 2014

If he wants to look at tools for a while, don’t complain if he already looked at dresses. He’s going to be looking for something to do. He may want to make several trips to the car. He’ll show you how strong he is. Let him serve you. Include a stop for him. Don’t push stores he doesn’t like.

Learning-by-Doing 71

Learning-by-Doing Edmondson Tips Blog 71

Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 10, 2012

Share the love of Christ in a tangible way and equip a local pastor with a valuable tool to share the gospel! So to us, it is an iron tool for the gospel. The global water crisis takes the life of one child every twenty seconds. Connect your church community with communities in the developing world. Expect God to show up in BIG ways!

Edmondson 39

Edmondson Crisis Video Globalization 39