Ron Edmondson

OCTOBER 14, 2019

I once read a list of 12 things that were developed actually as a mistake when working on something else. We have to be open to them and we must be brainstorming as we work; looking for key places we can innovate, explore and grow as individuals and organizations. Activity often drives creativity. Potato chips. The pacemaker.

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Ron Edmondson

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

One way we have addressed this is to periodically schedule times where the only agenda is brainstorming – dreaming – answering the question “what’s next?” Leaders must recognize potential in others and intentionally develop the people around them. No accountability for progress.

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Ron Edmondson

MARCH 5, 2020

Whenever we are stalled in an area of ministry, I like to invite different voices to brainstorm and develop new ideas. I wrote a post on innovative ways to develop people , as an example. The post 7 Barriers to Growth Every Leader Needs to Eliminate Today appeared first on Ron Edmondson. A culture of fear.

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Ron Edmondson

JUNE 1, 2017

Leaders are attracted to environments where they can explore – especially in areas where they have a personal interest or where they want to develop. Include them in discussions and brainstorming in which they normally would not be included. The post 7 Ways to Keep a Leader on Your Team appeared first on Ron Edmondson.

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Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 6, 2020

I’m best when we are strategic-thinking, brainstorming, and creatively generating new ideas together. That could be helping to develop you and/or your team. The post 5 Ways You Can Help In My Ministry Transition appeared first on Ron Edmondson. I could even add capacity to your team as an “adjunct staff member”.

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Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 20, 2011

Three Critical Time Elements for Every Leader 7 Non-Negotiable Traits to Work on my Team 3 Reasons To Never Respond To Criticism In Anger About Ron Edmondson: Church planter and pastor with a heart for strategy, leadership and marketing; especially geared toward developing churches and growing and improving the Kingdom of God.

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Ron Edmondson

AUGUST 20, 2013

This is development. Brainstorming. The post 3 Ways to Fuel Momentum appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Here are 3 ways momentum is fueled: Innovation – I’m using this term to highlight improving existing. Creativity – Dreaming. Randomness. This can be temporary, even one time activities.

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Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 27, 2011

Brainstorming – The next step is to begin thinking through this decision with others. Every Organization Needs Some Good Bad Ideas About Ron Edmondson: Church planter and pastor with a heart for strategy, leadership and marketing; especially geared toward developing churches and growing and improving the Kingdom of God.

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Ron Edmondson

JULY 3, 2015

Leaders are attracted to environments where they can explore — especially in areas where they have a personal interest or where they want to develop. Include them in discussions and brainstorming in which they normally would not be included. The post 7 Ways to Keep a Leader on Your Team appeared first on Ron Edmondson.

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Ron Edmondson

JULY 15, 2015

This is a great brainstorming question. It forces people to dialogue about creating something new or developing something existing. The post 7 Questions Leaders Should Use Often appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Inviting people to help solve the issue or come to a conclusion about it gives the ownership in the solution.

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Ron Edmondson

OCTOBER 26, 2015

One way we address this is to periodically schedule times where the only agenda is brainstorming – dreaming – answering the question “what’s next?” Leaders must recognize potential in others and intentionally develop the people around them. I have found it rare for people to voluntarily ask for more.

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Ron Edmondson

AUGUST 6, 2019

This could also be called development. Brainstorming. Here are 3 ways momentum is fueled: Innovation – I’m using this term to highlight improving what is currently existing. When you take what you have and attempt to make it even bigger or better people notice and it makes room for more excitement and more enthusiasm.

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Ron Edmondson

DECEMBER 17, 2015

With this in mind, I’ve observed in my own personal development some ways to eliminate time and energy wasters. They waste time brainstorming alone and the energy created by expanding the creative process. The post 7 Common Ways Leaders Waste Time and Energy appeared first on Ron Edmondson.

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Ron Edmondson

MARCH 26, 2011

I often brainstorm by drawing out the situation. Brainstorm projects. I’ve got another version of this diagram that has some of the ideas I have for future development of our staff and structure.). I’m an introverted person, but I’m an extroverted thinker, so this program works well for me.

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Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 20, 2013

With that in mind, I’ve spent time in my personal development finding ways to eliminate time and energy wasters. They waste time brainstorming alone rather than expanding the creative process. Does that ever happen to you? Consequently, the best ideas often never surface.

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Ron Edmondson

DECEMBER 9, 2019

A Life Transition for The Edmondsons. In addition, development would become even more important in my role. Again, I love brainstorming and thinking through next steps. Stetzer is the dean and has developed these cohorts. I recently resigned my position as CEO of Leadership Network.

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Ron Edmondson

MARCH 6, 2023

Genius ideas may often be killed before they have a chance to develop into their greatness. That’s why healthy teams have freedom and regularly: Brainstorm Analyze Test drive Push back Critique Debate Challenge Collaborate Dialogue Listen Discuss Every. Watch for collective brilliance to develop. He was serious.

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Ron Edmondson

MAY 8, 2018

This is a great brainstorming question. It forces people to dialogue about creating something new or developing something existing. Inviting people to help solve the issue or come to a conclusion about it gives them ownership in the solution. What’s next for us? It fuels momentum.

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Ron Edmondson

JULY 31, 2018

One way teams I lead have addressed this is to periodically schedule times where the only agenda is brainstorming – dreaming – answering the question “what’s next?” Leaders must recognize potential in others and intentionally develop the people around them. No accountability for progress.

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Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 19, 2018

With this in mind, I’ve observed, in my own personal development, some ways to eliminate time and energy wasters. They waste time brainstorming alone and the energy created by expanding the creative process. Here are 7 ways this leader wastes time and energy: Focussing too much attention on the naysayers.

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Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 27, 2021

Genius ideas are often killed before they have a chance to develop into their greatness. That’s why healthy teams have freedom and regularly: Brainstorm. Watch for collective brilliance to develop. Nate and I have launched a new season of the Ron Edmondson Leadership Podcast. Test drive. Collaborate.

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Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 21, 2014

Jenni and I have had the privilege of brainstorming together. We fear not having enough, so we are scarce with praise and stingy with our resources, which continues to close us off from developing relationships with others. She has a great leadership mind. We fear that others won’t love or accept us for who we are.

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Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 28, 2020

Genius ideas may often be killed before they have a chance to develop into their greatness. That’s why healthy teams have freedom and regularly: Brainstorm Analyze Test drive Push back Critique Debate Challenge Collaborate Dialogue Listen Discuss. Watch for collective brilliance to develop. It could be a short process.

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Ron Edmondson

MARCH 12, 2020

It could be the best exit plan you can develop, but either way you need a plan. This probably requires pulling a team together to quickly brainstorm and strategize. The post 5 Ways a Leader Responds as a Crisis Begins appeared first on Ron Edmondson. In crisis mode, this sometimes seems like a waste of time. Navigate carefully.

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Ron Edmondson

OCTOBER 4, 2016

It could be the best exit plan you can develop, but either way you need a plan. This probably requires pulling a team together to quickly brainstorm and strategize. The post 5 Ways For a Leader to Respond at the Outset of a Crisis appeared first on Ron Edmondson. In crisis mode, this sometimes seems like a waste of time.

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Ron Edmondson

JUNE 21, 2017

Genius ideas are often killed before they have a chance to develop into their greatness. That’s why healthy teams have freedom and regularly: Brainstorm. Watch for collective brilliance to develop. The best ideas sometimes come from what started as a seemingly really bad idea. Test drive. How did it impact the team?

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 18, 2011

If you struggle with recruiting, team building, and leadership development you likely have a bad attitude. Ron Edmondson This is a challenging post Mike. Many don’t realize they ARE lonely because they are so busy, yet they don’t have anyone to brainstorm with and they contaminate their team as a result.

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