Leading Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2023

The Leap to Leader : How Ambitious Managers Make the Jump to Leadership by Adam Bryant (Harvard Business Review Press, 2023) The chasm separating managers from leaders is widening as the skills required to be an effective leader grow in number and complexity. Change is not the exception, it’s the rule.

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Ron Edmondson

MARCH 17, 2021

I try to read something everyday and I read an equal balance of leadership and Christian books. In addition, I scan dozens of blogs and podcasts with a variety of focuses, from technology, to culture and leadership. Join Nate and I for the Ron Edmondson Leadership Podcast.

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Ron Edmondson

MARCH 17, 2021

I try to read something everyday and I read an equal balance of leadership and Christian books. In addition, I scan dozens of blogs and podcasts with a variety of focuses, from technology, to culture and leadership. Join Nate and I for the Ron Edmondson Leadership Podcast.

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Ron Edmondson

APRIL 27, 2022

Read a book together – The number of leadership books easily outnumber the months a team will be together. I’d recommend my book 7 Myths of Leadership , but that would seem self-serving.). Online or teleconference – Technology allows for some great online conferences, and we are more accustomed to that than ever.

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Ron Edmondson

JULY 29, 2014

I’ve made a lot of mistakes in leadership. Technology. I’ve been honest with some of my leadership mistakes. The post 10 Of My Biggest Leadership Mistakes appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Related posts: 12 Common Mistakes in Ministry Leadership. Obama Admits Mistakes (Good Leadership Trait).

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Coaching Tip

JUNE 4, 2012

Leadership Actions Can Promote Teaming. It takes leadership to adhere to process discipline and to help people remember to explore and experiment. It takes leadership to adhere to process discipline and to help people remember to explore and experiment. Teaming and learning do not happen automatically. Trust is Essential.

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Modern Servant Leader

JANUARY 15, 2015

Are you looking for the top leadership experts to follow in 2015? Maybe you need a leadership development expert or public speaker. Whether you need a leadership and management expert for yourself or your team, you’ll find someone great below. of the Center for the Development of Evangelical Leadership @GCTS_Charlotte.

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The Horizons Tracker

MAY 31, 2021

It’s a transition that is largely driven by improvements in technologies, such as AI and robotics, which mean that both physical and thinking economy work can be done more effectively by machines than by humans. A subsequent Yale study shows that this effect is not diminished when women gain leadership roles either.

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Ron Edmondson

APRIL 13, 2020

If I were to come alongside of your church, (and I’m certainly happy to do that through my coaching ministry), I would help your staff or leadership think through each of these in a brainstorming session. People are more comfortable with technology now than ever before. I was saying this the entire time I was at Leadership Network.

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Ron Edmondson

APRIL 6, 2020

During my tenure at Leadership Network, there was never a week and seldom a day that didn’t include a Zoom meeting. Sometimes the technology makes us think we have to have constant “noise”, but it’s okay to have moments where no one is talking. I have used Zoom for meetings for a number of years.

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Ron Edmondson

MARCH 15, 2018

I’ve made a lot of mistakes in leadership. Technology. I’ve been honest with some of my leadership mistakes – some of them at least. One of the primary purposes of this blog is to help others learn from my experience. So, I want to share some of the mistakes I’ve made. Small groups.

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Ron Edmondson

MAY 27, 2015

They affect how we relate to people, change, and technology. Give them a seat at the table of leadership. The post 7 Ways to Lead Younger People appeared first on Ron Edmondson. And help them see how they see fit in the organization’s continued growth. They want upward mobility. Realize the generational differences.

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Ron Edmondson

SEPTEMBER 7, 2012

If I told them too early, and didn’t go, it could cripple my leadership. As I said, social media (and technology) changes everything. How else is social media and technology changing ministry? The post Social Media Changes Everything… appeared first on Ron Edmondson. What do you think?

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Ron Edmondson

NOVEMBER 18, 2013

Other companies, who have founder with lesser known names, have seen their founding fathers return to the helm of leadership. The information age and technology allows for growth at a pace unknown in previous generations. The post The Transition of a Founder: Handing off the Reigns appeared first on Ron Edmondson.

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Ron Edmondson

NOVEMBER 20, 2014

If you are a younger person, do not assume all committee members will have your level of technological comfort. The post 6 Resume Mistakes Pastors Make and Tips for Correcting Them appeared first on Ron Edmondson. One of the Worst Leadership Mistakes We Make as Pastors (And Leaders). Encouragement Leadership Ministry'

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Ron Edmondson

AUGUST 14, 2012

From technology, to clothing styles to the way we communicate, the pace of change is faster than ever before. The post 3 Ways Change is Changing appeared first on Ron Edmondson. But, in my opinion, it appears change is unique these days. It’s changing. Don’t Quit Planning During Times of Uncertainty or Rapid Change.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2010

In fact, in most cases I actually prefer to have my thinking challenged – this doesn’t threaten me as a leader, it improves my leadership ability. Anyone who has ever been in a leadership position has had to deal with the inevitable tough relationship that causes more than its fair share of brain damage.

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Ron Edmondson

JULY 5, 2013

They may need different benefits, different work schedules, and even different leadership styles, depending on their age and stage of life. You should maximize your leadership by adapting your style to the person you are leading anyway. The post 7 Ways to Lead People Older than You (Repost) appeared first on Ron Edmondson.

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Ron Edmondson

OCTOBER 1, 2015

Read a book together – The number of leadership books easily outnumber the months a team will be together. Online or teleconference – Technology allows for some great online conferences. The post 10 Inexpensive Ways to Develop People on Your Team appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Think development with me.

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Ron Edmondson

JUNE 21, 2011

an idea studio for leadership development and remarkable performance. We’ve always faced change and challenge, but technology has been one of many factors that have dramatically increased complexity. What one business or leadership book would you recommend to young leaders, besides one of your own, to help them in their leadership?

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Ron Edmondson

APRIL 13, 2015

Today, even though I have aged considerably since then and had years more leadership experience, I continue to have positions where people older than me, with more experience than I have in many areas, report to me by position. It can be one of the more challenging parts of leadership, but I highly recommend it. This is key.

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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. Show me a CEO with a bad attitude and I’ll show you a poor leader. ” Show me a CEO with a bad attitude and I’ll show you a poor leader.

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Ron Edmondson

OCTOBER 17, 2016

But, certainly with social media and technology improvements the pastor is easier to find than ever before – and all of this communication takes time for the pastor to respond. I’ve been in leadership for over 30 years. The post 5 Ways Ministry Has Changed in 20 Years appeared first on Ron Edmondson. It just is.

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Ron Edmondson

SEPTEMBER 9, 2015

Value their ideas and input – You have to allow Millennials to do things their way — often with technology — within groups of friends — sometimes unscripted. The post 7 Things We’ve Learned about Reaching Millennials appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Related posts: Is Your Life Cluttered?

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Ron Edmondson

MAY 1, 2019

Read a book together – The number of leadership books easily outnumber the months a team will be together. I’d recommend my book 7 Myths of Leadership, but that would seem self-serving.). Online or teleconference – Technology allows for some great online conferences.

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Ron Edmondson

AUGUST 15, 2017

Lincoln was a member of our church plant, served as a military officer, and now works as an information technology professional in the financial sector. In some cases, churches can receive donated or discounted security technology – [link]. This is a guest post by my friend Lincoln Kaffenberger. 1 Peter 4:12.

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Ron Edmondson

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

Throughout my leadership career, I have continued to have positions where people older than me, with more experience than I have in many areas, report to me by position. But, even there, I personally recruited a staff member almost 15 years older than me, which meant there were literally three generations of leadership in our church plant.

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Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 8, 2016

New technologies. The post 7 of the Biggest Misunderstandings Millennials have about My Baby Boomer Generation appeared first on Ron Edmondson. They may possibly be the most studied and documented generation – and, I thought this honor would go to my Baby-Boomer generation. Millennials have unique challenges. Fast change.

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Ron Edmondson

MARCH 20, 2014

Here are 7 ways I keep myself looking forward: Read – I try to read something everyday and I read an equal balance of leadership and Christian books. In addition, I follow dozens of blogs with a variety of focuses, from technology, to culture and leadership. Church Leadership Ministry' 5 Ways to Fuel Creative Thoughts.

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Ron Edmondson

OCTOBER 13, 2016

Leadership and vision casting – and this was a constant need. Church leadership takes a lot of energy. If you’re church needs help in Pete’s new role – with marketing, technology, or consulting, please keep him in mind. The post An Interview with Pete Wilson appeared first on Ron Edmondson.

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Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 30, 2013

Ben is a technology executive with a passion for servant leadership. His blog, ModernServantLeader.com , is a platform for spreading servant leadership awareness, adoption and action. This is another guest post by Ben Lichtenwalner (see also “ Top 5 Business Professional Confessions “).

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Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 24, 2012

Ben is a technology executive with a passion for servant leadership. His blog, ModernServantLeader.com , is a platform for spreading servant leadership awareness, adoption and action. This is a guest post by Ben Lichtenwalner. You can follow Ben on Twitter at @BLichtenwalner.

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Ron Edmondson

APRIL 18, 2011

Read a book together – The number of leadership books easily outnumber the months a team will be together. Online or teleconference - Technology allows for some great online conferences. Related posts: Leadership Development for Dummies. Find some good ones, read and digest them as a team. Think development with me.

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Ron Edmondson

MAY 10, 2011

I recently read an article in Leadership Journal interviewing Swindoll on his newest book, The Church Awakening. Are we putting too much emphasis or spending too much money on technology? I grew in my faith listening to his radio program and reading his books. Could there be a word here for the church?

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Harvard Business Review

JUNE 5, 2014

But that’s exactly why it would be a mistake to look past organizational behavior and culture at GM: It is utterly inevitable that things will go wrong, according to Harvard Business School professor Amy Edmondson. Garvin notes that this is where Edmondson’s work on implicit voice theories comes into play.

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Harvard Business Review

JUNE 19, 2014

Edmondson, and Herman B. He had the critical but delicate leadership role of facilitating networks of internal and external technicians, specialists, and managers to address final technical problems and approve launches in the wake of the Columbia disaster in 2003. Collaboration Leadership' As Faaiza Rashid, Amy C.

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Ron Edmondson

AUGUST 11, 2014

Even more than the Millennials, Gen Zers are, to use Mark Prenskys term, digital natives who have grown up in a world of technology. Partly because of technology, Gen Zers are born multitaskers. Technology also means theyre comfortable in global diversity. Leadership' These are those kids.

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