Ron Edmondson

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3 Reasons Your Church Needs to Take Training Seriously

Ron Edmondson

Here are 3 reasons reasons why your church needs to take training seriously: We are called to equip the saints. Or we go the opposite extreme and hand off ministry responsibilities without actually training a person in their role. Training is essential to equipping. It’s not a one-time training meeting.

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5 Ways to Help Young Leaders Succeed

Ron Edmondson

You do not have to invest time and resources in training. This may include special training, coaching or mentoring, but definitely requires intentionality. It is often easier to get a more seasoned or experienced leader. You have a more tested and proven person. Here are a few things I’ve learned about the process.

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7 Qualities of an Easy to Follow Leader

Ron Edmondson

They equip the team with the proper training and resources to complete assignments. Displays grace and patience A followable leader extends grace and forgiveness when mistakes are made. They pace the team until the team is ready for greater challenges. Jesus gave His disciples, and everyone He met, much grace.)

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5 Necessary Ingredients In Healthy Delegation

Ron Edmondson

Proper training needs to be given before the person is held responsible to achieve full results. Of course, part of training could be doing the work the first time, but the delegator should remain available throughout the process. What will a “win” look like? . Those type questions should be clearly answered.

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One Incredibly Important Characteristic Of Successful Organizations

Ron Edmondson

It is inherent and cannot be trained or programmed. There is one incredibly important characteristic of successful teams or organizations. With this a team can weather the storms of life together. When this is an attribute of an organization, regardless of the struggles it encounters, the vision can be accomplished.

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10 Clues to Find New Volunteer Leaders

Ron Edmondson

You can train someone to lead others, but you can’t train them to have interest. Trust is developed over time and consistency by doing what you said you would do. I look for people with this quality. The people with a burning passion for the church often make great leaders. Good character. Character counts. Not perfection.

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7 Excuses “Leaders” Use for Not Leading Well

Ron Edmondson

Early in my leadership career I participated in an organization called Toastmasters to help train as a communicator. Train and empower them. In terms of communicating well – I often tell pastors – you’re best “sermon” may be the one you give to motivate people towards the change or vision.