Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 11, 2011

The Missional Mom: Living with Purpose at Home & in the World , affirms Christian mothers who desire to not only to build their homes in a Christ-like way, but engage the world with their skills, abilities, and interests.

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Ron Edmondson

APRIL 2, 2024

The church looks to him to lead and, wisely, he knows he needs to develop his leadership skills. What you’re looking for is people skills – how to handle conflict – how to delegate and how to motivate and cast a vision. The post 3 Inexpensive Ways to Develop as a Leader appeared first on Ron Edmondson.

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Ron Edmondson

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

In recent years I have strived to surround myself with people that stretch me and have skills – and even personalities and temperaments – different from me. The post When Adding to the Team – Don’t Hire Yourself appeared first on Ron Edmondson. I know my strengths well.

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Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 11, 2024

In each life cycle, the most successful organizations I have been a part of had a team skilled at three separate functions. The post 3 Functions Within Life Cycles of an Organization appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Over time an organization will likely have many separate cycles. Plus, check out the other Lifeway Leadership Podcasts.

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Ron Edmondson

JULY 18, 2023

Therefore, one of the best skills a leader can develop is the art of asking the right questions. The post 12 Questions to Be A Better Leader appeared first on Ron Edmondson. I have learned in my years of leadership – I only know what I know. And many times I don’t know much.

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Ron Edmondson

MARCH 14, 2023

There is strength in believing in what you do, how you do it together and each person’s individual role in accomplishing the vision that is often more powerful even than talent, skills, or sometimes, even product. The post One Incredibly Important Characteristic Of Successful Organizations appeared first on Ron Edmondson.

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Ron Edmondson

MARCH 6, 2024

I have had times I was so convinced I was right I used my skills as a communicator to get people on my side. The post 10 Of My Biggest Leadership Mistakes appeared first on Ron Edmondson. I hope at least one of them encourages other leaders. 10 of the biggest leadership mistakes: Playing salesman more than seeking wisdom.

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Ron Edmondson

MAY 17, 2023

Passion over skills. The post 7 Unique Tips for Hiring a Great Team appeared first on Ron Edmondson. I’ve almost always made a mistake when I went against this one. Put character before content. You can teach content, but the lack of character will disrupt a team every time. Here I’m talking about motivation.

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The Horizons Tracker

MAY 31, 2021

” Skills for the future of work. 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.

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Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

One way I battle this is to ask myself questions such as, “If I were that person, with their skills and interests, would I feel this is a reasonable expectation?” Nate and I have launched a new season of the Ron Edmondson Leadership Podcast , so subscribe now. It is what makes leadership fun, right?

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Ron Edmondson

MARCH 31, 2014

I came close to titling these “essential” skills, but I knew that was unfair. There are some great pastors who admit they aren’t skilled at leading the church. God can and does work through all different types of people. But, He has appointed some to be leaders, some teachers, etc.

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Ron Edmondson

JANUARY 12, 2021

Use the appropriate strategy, skills and temperament to resolve the conflict. Nate and I have launch a new season of the Ron Edmondson Leadership Podcast soon. The post An Elementary Approach to Facing Conflict appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Roll out the best approach to the conflict.

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The Horizons Tracker

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

Feedback is fuel for learning cultures – For personal and organizational growth to be achieved, it’s vital that the organization strives for the kind of psychological safety that Amy Edmondson has written so eloquently about.

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Ron Edmondson

APRIL 21, 2021

And it’s practicing good leadership and delegation skills. 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. They’ll still need your help to develop structure, discipline and follow through.

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Ron Edmondson

JUNE 21, 2021

Valuable skills of listening to the voice of God could be missed. . Ideally we want people to develop healthy decision-making skills. The post Why I Don’t Always Give People An Answer appeared first on Ron Edmondson. They’ll resent me if it proves to be a wrong decision, and trust me less the next time.

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Ron Edmondson

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

But if you’ve ever observed a skillful and thoughtful leader, you know their relationships are marked by peacefulness. Nate and I are about to launch a new season of the Ron Edmondson Leadership Podcast , so subscribe now. The post Good Leaders Are Peaceful Leaders appeared first on Ron Edmondson.

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Coaching Tip

JUNE 4, 2012

Interacting directly with people who have different knowledge and skills makes work more interesting, enriching, and meaningful. Leaders hoping to employ teaming, and to promote the learning that accompanies it, need to develop the leadership skills necessary to engage conflict effectively. Source: Amy C.

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Ron Edmondson

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

And use good change management skills. Nate and I have launched a new season of the Ron Edmondson Leadership Podcast , so subscribe now. The post 5 Ways to Change an Established Culture appeared first on Ron Edmondson. What does it look like? And start creating strategic steps towards the future. I hope this helps.

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Ron Edmondson

MARCH 21, 2023

Sometimes the organization simply grows in another direction from our passion, skills or strengths as a leader. The post When You Exceed Your Leadership Capacity appeared first on Ron Edmondson. This is not a sign of failure or an indication that you are a bad leader. Some people are better suited to lead at one level than another.

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Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

Many leaders feel overwhelmed because they don’t have good organizational skills. 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. Morale boosters are always good for productivity. Living with disorganization.

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Ron Edmondson

JULY 6, 2023

It’s ensuring the person assigned a task has the skills, knowledge and resources to complete the task and then following through with them until the task is complete. Authority means I have the actual freedom to get it done in a way that matches my skills and talents. Delegating requires more leadership than that.

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Ron Edmondson

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Skillful and competent, but not arrogant or self-serving. The post 7 Observed Traits of the Best Leaders appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Some of the leaders who inspired me the most always asked me good, often hard questions. They didn’t let me give up easily. Instead, they kept me pressing forward even when I was ready to quit.

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Tanveer Naseer

OCTOBER 16, 2012

The following is a guest post by Jessica Edmondson. One of the best ways for a candidate to demonstrate his or her capabilities is to go through a behavioural-based interview, which allows managers to match the skills they are looking for with proven performance. Ever wonder what is the best path to effective management?

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Ron Edmondson

APRIL 27, 2022

Use local resources – Most likely, there are businesses or universities in your community that have development offices or procedures to develop people, with people already skilled who can inexpensively invest in your team. The post 10 Inexpensive Development Options for Your Team appeared first on Ron Edmondson.

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Ron Edmondson

DECEMBER 3, 2019

There is a skill to capitalizing on the foundation of planning and working others have invested. The post Four Seasons of Leadership appeared first on Ron Edmondson. They make the hard changes, restructure and clear the path to progress. This was my primary role in church revitalization and in my current role. All our necessary.

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Ron Edmondson

APRIL 7, 2021

To lead leaders requires a different skill set. Join Nate and I for the Ron Edmondson Leadership Podcast. The post Ways I Lead as a Leader of Leaders appeared first on Ron Edmondson. I have discovered, however, is the difference in how I lead if I want to lead leaders. And the difference is huge. It challenges the way I lead.

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Modern Servant Leader

APRIL 6, 2020

Ron Edmondson Consultant, Pastor, Teacher Mustard Seed Ministry Consulting Communication Communicate. So he's translating a letter and making phone calls informing about the newest location for food pick up in our district. Communicate. Communicate. And innovate, innovate, innovate. The work of the church is no less important.

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Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Most of the time I tried to help them improve their one-to-one communication skills, but some things are easier and better to express on paper than in person. The post Sometimes a Letter is the Best Way to Communicate – 10 Tips to Write a Good One appeared first on Ron Edmondson.

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Ron Edmondson

MARCH 26, 2020

If you’re computer savvy at all you could even learn a new skill that could become an income stream – such as coding or graphic design. The post 7 Ideas To Feel Productive During Quarantine and Social Distancing appeared first on Ron Edmondson. There are apps where you can learn a new language. Explore your genealogy online.

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The Horizons Tracker

JULY 3, 2019

“Skill shortages and high employee turnover are key challenges in the tourism and hospitality sector, and the problem is of high economic significance for firms due to the costs associated with severance, training and replacement.

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Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

It involves utilizing the knowledge, skills and talents of others – actually people better equipped to do some things than you are at times. Nate and I have launched a new season of the Ron Edmondson Leadership Podcast , so subscribe now. Many times this is out of fear, lack of trust, or sometimes even pride.

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Lead Change Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2016

Of course, there were some great books such as those by Morton Hansen, Amy Edmondson, and Ron Ricci. Having the right people with the right skills work on a project can allow more experimentation and speed up the process. I started my research into collaborative organizational cultures about five years ago.

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Ron Edmondson

JULY 18, 2022

I have had times I was so convinced I was right I used my skills as a communicator to get people on my side. The post 10 Of My Biggest Leadership Mistakes appeared first on Ron Edmondson. I hope at least one of them encourages other leaders. These are 10 of my biggest leadership mistakes: Playing salesman more than seeking wisdom.

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Tanveer Naseer

JULY 17, 2012

As such, I would like to present this guest post written by Jessica Edmondson. Another use for these meetings is to perform exercises that help strengthen job skills – from team-building exercises to brain teasers. Last week, I wrote about why leaders should encourage their employees to take their vacation time.

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Tanveer Naseer

JULY 17, 2012

As such, I would like to present this guest piece written by Jessica Edmondson. Another use for these meetings is to perform exercises that help strengthen job skills – from team-building exercises to brain teasers. Last week, I wrote about why leaders should encourage their employees to take their vacation time.

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Ron Edmondson

MAY 6, 2020

Work on your skills as a leader. The post Crisis Leadership: 5 Things To Do AFTER the Crisis appeared first on Ron Edmondson. Become a better person. Some of the strongest character is developed only through times of crisis. Evaluate post-crisis. It would be nice if you never needed these posts. It’s what we do.

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Ron Edmondson

AUGUST 6, 2020

Some of my best leadership skills came from watching leaders do leadership the wrong way. The post 5 Tips When You Can’t Stand Your Work Environment appeared first on Ron Edmondson. You’re learning valuable lessons – even in a miserable work environment. I’m not sure you can see them at the time, but it’s true.

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