Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Is the cost reasonable compared to the benefit received for the project? The post Balancing Between My Yes and No as a Leader appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Will this decision solicit adequate buy-in from the entire staff and organization? Is this the best timing for the new venture?

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The Practical Leader

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

That’s why the accuracy of economists and experts’ confident and logical-sounding projections and predictions is so abysmal. They’re projecting today into tomorrow. It’s amazing how the same people who laugh at fortune tellers often take these flawed forecasts and projections seriously.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 27, 2023

Dr. Amy Edmondson, the pioneer of psychological safety, often talks about how people are more likely to “discount the future” benefits of speaking up, and overweight their current fear. Some examples we use all the time using the Index card approach to start the conversation: “What are your biggest hopes for this project?”

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Ron Edmondson

MARCH 8, 2021

It leaves projects undone or completed mediocre at best. Nothing is more frustrating than being asked to complete a project without the tools with which to do it. Listen to my son Nate and I discuss leadership issues on the Ron Edmondson Leadership Podcast. This form of delegation does more harm than good for an organization.

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Ron Edmondson

MAY 19, 2022

People seem more willing to jump into a change project faster than they might have in past. The post 5 Ways Covid Has Forever Shaped My Leadership appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Of course, we still have long-term visions that drive us forward continually but it’s just hard to plan very far down the road these days. Tech department.

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Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 16, 2024

I often tell members on our teams that when they have a really big project or ministry – I work for them. The post 3 Places Clarity is Fuzzy on Healthy Teams appeared first on Ron Edmondson. People lead based on their passions and gifting, more than because of their position, title or job description. Tell me what to do.)

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Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 31, 2024

There are other times, such as after we’ve accomplished a major project, where I may intentionally “rest” from leading to catch my breath and rely on our current systems and structures to maintain us. The post 7 Indicators You’re Not Leading Anymore appeared first on Ron Edmondson.

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Ron Edmondson

JUNE 1, 2023

Again, assuming or pretending to have all the answers only slows or curtails projects and is quickly be discovered by others. The post 5 Words for an Overwhelmed Leader appeared first on Ron Edmondson. 1 Thess 5:24) Learn Leaders should always be teachable. Stretch yourself and learn something new. Definitely be reading.

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Ron Edmondson

JULY 19, 2022

They know the value, but they are often frustrated with the results they receive on delegated projects. Many times the problem rests with the way a project was delegated from the beginning. When someone receives a project, they need to be given a timeline for completion. Both sides are frustrated. What’s the goal? Let’s face it.

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Tanveer Naseer

JULY 17, 2012

As such, I would like to present this guest post written by Jessica Edmondson. One scenario that would especially benefit from this type of note-taking is a project lifecycle. As you start on a project, keep notes of what happens (both good and bad) all the way from the planning process to completion.

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Tanveer Naseer

JULY 17, 2012

As such, I would like to present this guest piece written by Jessica Edmondson. One scenario that would especially benefit from this type of note-taking is a project lifecycle. As you start on a project, keep notes of what happens (both good and bad) all the way from the planning process to completion.

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Ron Edmondson

APRIL 26, 2023

When this happens everyone wins, as there is more resources available for other projects. The post How to Increase Creativity and Innovation on a Tight Budget appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Check out my leadership podcast where we discuss leadership nuggets in a practical way. Plus, check out the other Lifeway Leadership Podcasts.

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Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

I probably could have stepped in earlier to rescue by taking control of the project or delegated to someone else more experienced. appeared first on Ron Edmondson. It’s okay to fail on our team. It may seem unproductive to some, but many times I have watched someone on my team fail. We might have saved a failure from happening.

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Ron Edmondson

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Never miss an opportunity to give post-project encouragement. Nate and I have finished our fall semester at the Ron Edmondson Leadership Podcast. The post 7 Statements Leaders Should Say Frequently appeared first on Ron Edmondson. They need to know you support them – even when mistakes are made. You did a great job.

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Ron Edmondson

JUNE 24, 2021

There are other times, such as after we’ve accomplished a major project, where I may intentionally “rest” from leading to catch my breath and rely on our current systems and structures to maintain us. Join Nate (or Chandler) and I for the Ron Edmondson Leadership Podcast. Is it time to lead something again?

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Lead Change Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2016

Not every endeavor or project calls for collaboration, just like in a team-based organization, not every project requires a team. Of course, there were some great books such as those by Morton Hansen, Amy Edmondson, and Ron Ricci. Does collaboration really work? That seems to be the question. The simple answer is: it depends.

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Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

But also keep them challenged to meet deadlines and complete projects. The post 3 Ways to Help Creative People Flourish On Your Team appeared first on Ron Edmondson. They like to be motivated and encouraged. Let them know they are making progress and that they are doing good work. Things aren’t creative. They are messy.

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Ron Edmondson

APRIL 12, 2021

I probably could have stepped in earlier to rescue by taking control of the project or delegated to someone else more experienced. Join Nate and I for the Ron Edmondson Leadership Podcast. The post When I Allow It to Fail or When I Step in to Rescue appeared first on Ron Edmondson. It’s okay to fail on our team.

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Ron Edmondson

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

If you need someone to help with marketing, for example, don’t be afraid to find someone in the community and ask them if they are looking for a place to volunteer – even if only for a short-term project. The post 5 Ways To Battle Insecurity as a Pastor appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Read books. Take additional classes.

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CEO Blog

JULY 8, 2012

This is a guest post by Jessica Edmondson We’ve all been there – that moment when accomplishing a set of daily goals seems about as likely as winning the lottery while vacationing on the sunny shores of the French Riviera. The sooner you accept this, the quicker you can learn to focus your attention on the truly important jobs.

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Ron Edmondson

APRIL 21, 2021

They need to have a list of assignments in order to complete a project successfully. Join Nate and I for the Ron Edmondson Leadership Podcast. The post You Must Do THIS if You Want to Attract Leaders appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Of course, they may indeed need to create checklists. They will need measurable action plans.

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Ron Edmondson

APRIL 26, 2021

For example, what if the team is trying to discern what went wrong on a project? Join Nate and I for the Ron Edmondson Leadership Podcast. The post Effective Questions Promote Effective Brainstorming appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Ask the right questions and you’ll get the right responses.

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Ron Edmondson

APRIL 3, 2023

Being part of a team should mean there are no turf wars on and no one should be drowning in a project without some help. The post 7 Traits of Great Team Members appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Team spirit – There are no lone rangers on a healthy team. In fact, they rebuke struggling alone!

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Ron Edmondson

JUNE 22, 2020

The future is project-based. There is an extra workflow that needs to happen to complete that project. While Churches will always need pastors and support leadership, they may not be able to afford someone on staff to deal with the project needs of the Church. This may sound like a weird one.

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Ron Edmondson

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

I often tell members on our teams that when they have a really big project or ministry – I work for them. Nate and I have finished our fall semester at the Ron Edmondson Leadership Podcast. The post 3 Areas of Fuzziness on a Healthy Team appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Tell me what to do.). Obviously we need structure.

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Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 15, 2012

Also, on the subject of delegation… Have you ever given away a project, though, and wished you could take it back? How do you take back a delegated project without causing hurt feelings, injuring a valued team member, or causing disruption in the organization? Taking the project away from them may feel like personal rejection.

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Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

It could be attending a meeting or supervising a project or considering an idea I know has no merit for us as a team. Check out the Ron Edmondson Leadership Podcast , and subscribe now. The post 7 Ways I Can Waste Time and Energy as a Leader appeared first on Ron Edmondson. You don’t miss the next one.

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Ron Edmondson

MARCH 28, 2022

As examples, this could be a board member wanting their nephew to get “the job” or wanting to see dollars go only to a pet project of the board member. In this scenario, it was difficult to move projects or ideas forward. The post 10 of the Biggest Mistakes Boards Fall Into appeared first on Ron Edmondson.

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Ron Edmondson

AUGUST 3, 2023

In addition to admitting fault, I must own my share of projects and responsibility. The post 7 Ways to Welcome Constructive Feedback as a Leader appeared first on Ron Edmondson. People feel more comfortable approaching a leader who doesn’t feel they are always right. Take personal responsibility. I have their back.

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Coaching Tip

JUNE 4, 2012

Leaders seeking to facilitate teaming and produce organizational learning must frame their project in a way that motivates others to collaborate. Edmondson: Teaming: How Organizations Learn, Innovate, and Compete in the Knowledge Economy. Framing is crucial for leading the kind of change necessary to engage people as active learners.

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Ron Edmondson

AUGUST 19, 2011

Watch him explain how to revitalize a project that has plateaued. The SoulCare Project: They’re Giving Away Money. Can you put this idea to work? Reminds me of a Jesus principle I Tweeted about yesterday: Thanks to Catalyst for pointing me to this video. BTW, will I see you at Catalyst East this year?

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Tanveer Naseer

OCTOBER 16, 2012

The following is a guest post by Jessica Edmondson. This scenario can breed resentment and disagreement, possibly dooming a project to failure. Jessica Edmondson works for Bisk Education, a division in the University Alliance, which collaborates with educational organizations to develop online education programs.

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Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

You will plan a project and it will totally bomb. The post 7 Simple Leadership Tips Gained Through Experience appeared first on Ron Edmondson. You will have bad days. There will be critics. People will perform badly as people do – including you. You will send a dumb email or say the wrong thing. Go at it again tomorrow.

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Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Team members are more likely to take initiative when they feel it is their own project. The post 4 Ways to Create Capacity For Your Team appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Let go of your attempt to control an outcome so others can lead. The more power and ownership you release the more others will embrace. Lead people not tasks.

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The Horizons Tracker

MAY 31, 2021

It’s also noticeable that in Google’s famous Project Oxygen a few years ago, they found that of the eight skills associated with Google employees’ jobs, STEM skills were bottom of the pile in terms of importance. ” Skills for the future of work. Interestingly, across all eight of the domains, women outperform men.

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Ron Edmondson

JULY 13, 2020

I have seen many leaders give up on something just before there would have been a turnaround – whether on a project, a passion or a person. The post 12 Bible Verses to Encourage Christian Leaders appeared first on Ron Edmondson. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don’t give up.

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Ron Edmondson

OCTOBER 2, 2012

The post 10 Ways to Create an Unhealthy Team Environment appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Related posts: How To Get Projects Completed Successfully (In A Team Environment). Have no clear purpose for the team. How many “points” did you score? What would you add? 4 Ways Leaders Create Capacity. Team Idleness.

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