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The Leadership Initiative
The Leadership Initiative Podcast connects with leaders worldwide to offer strategies and tools for maximizing your impact and transforming your life.
Episodes
The Leadership InitiativeLeading in Polarized Times: How to Handle Political Conflict at Work
The political environment can induce real anxiety regardless of where you lean. Discover how intentional leaders manage their daily attitude and respond to…
The Leadership InitiativeLeading Through Empathy: How Personal Adversity Shapes Executive Accountability
Managing a highly specialized, technical customer support team requires moving beyond individual expertise. Sarah Sawall details her multi-step strategy for…
The Leadership InitiativeOvercoming Imposter Syndrome: The "Own It and Show Up" Executive Mindset | InitiativeOne
Carsin Boeck, HR leader of Washworld, sits down with InitiativeOne CEO Tracy Johnson and shares her candid internal dialogue from her very first day sitting at…
The Leadership InitiativeCoaching Lessons from 40+ Years of Executive Leadership
InitiativeOne CEO Tracy Johnson sits down with Deputy Vice President of Educational Leadership Dr. Margaret Gilmore. Discover the foundational principles that…
The Leadership InitiativeThe "Seven Times" Rule: Why Repetition is the Secret to Flawless Leadership
InitiativeOne CEO, Tracy Johnson and InitiativeOne business development director Meredith Campbell unpack why executive teams frequently misinterpret goals and…
The Leadership InitiativeThe Secret to Building an Elite 'Wolf Pack' Team
Stop the cycle of burnout and lead with purpose. In this episode, Michell Bartlein shares the secrets of Leadership Development and scaling a small business…
The Leadership InitiativeManaging Up: When Your Boss's Boss Is The Problem
Ever had a boss's boss undo your work? Dr. Shawnrece Butler shares the raw truth about ethical leadership and why she chose to walk away to protect her values…
The Leadership InitiativeWhy Your Team Doesn't Trust Your Title (And What to Do)
Master essential Leadership Lessons with Sheriff Matt Joski. Discover why Trust in Leadership is the ultimate foundation for longevity and success in…
The Leadership InitiativeStop Being a Victim: The 100% Accountability Rule
Master these essential Leadership Lessons to drive Healthcare Innovation and transform your organization with Dr. Alan Roga and Dr. Fred Johnson. In this…
The Leadership InitiativePower vs. Authority: The Secret to Why People Actually Follow You
In this episode of the Leadership Initiative, Dr. Fred Johnson sits down with Aaron Sadoff, President of Marian University, to dismantle the myth that…
The Leadership InitiativeThe Better Human, Better Leader Principle: A Roundtable on Education Leadership
Join our leadership roundtable as they discuss why 30 years of "classroom management" training fails without personal transformation. Discover why being a…
The Leadership InitiativeWhy "I Want to Help You" is the Ultimate Leadership Strategy
In this exclusive InitiativeOne interview, Dr. Fred Johnson sits down with Andrea Billups—a veteran national reporter and editor whose expertise spans from the…
The Leadership InitiativeWhy You Must Kill Your Need for Comfort to Lead
Wrestling with Imposter Syndrome and feeling uncomfortable as a leader? Mike Ferreira, CEO of Meetings Made Easy, and leadership expert and InitiativeOne…
The Leadership InitiativeTennessee Titans Reporter Nick Suss On How Leadership Drives NFL Success
In this episode of the Leadership Initiative, Dr. Fred Johnson interviews Nick Suss, a veteran NFL beat reporter for The Tennessean. Nick shares his unique…
The Leadership InitiativeBusiness Coach & Entrepreneur Justin Goodbread Reveals His Success Roadmap
In this powerful episode of the Leadership Initiative, Dr. Fred Johnson sits down with Justin Goodbread, founder of The Deca Millionaire Way, author, and…
The Leadership InitiativeFrom the MLB to Private Equity: The Mindset Secrets of Elite Teammates
Can you be a great leader without being a terrific teammate? Join Dr. Fred Johnson and former professional baseball player turned Private Equity Managing…
The Leadership InitiativeThe 1 NFL Trait That Guarantees Success in Business (It's Not Talent)
Join Dr. Fred Johnson for a captivating interview with former NFL player and entrepreneur Brennan Scarlett (Houston Texans, Miami Dolphins), founder of…
The Leadership Initiative80/20 Rule for Leaders: The PTO Principle to Buy Time Back in Your Life
Are you squeezing 10 pounds of flour into a 5-pound bag? Today's leaders are desperate for life balance, but how do you achieve excellence professionally while…
The Leadership InitiativeFrom $3M to $16M: The Untold Culture Secret Behind Massive Growth
Join Dr. Fred Johnson and Scott Snider, President of the Exit Planning Institute (EPI), for a fascinating look at maximizing business value and leading through…
The Leadership Initiative7 Secrets to Leading Change with Humility With UW-GB Chancellor Mike Alexander
Join Dr. Fred Johnson and special guest Dr. Mike Alexander, Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, for an insightful conversation on leadership…
The Leadership InitiativeBeyond the Results: How Women Leaders Find Worth & Build Resilient Teams
Join InitiativeOne CEO, Tracy Johnson on the Leadership Initiative podcast for a powerful discussion with four incredible female leaders: Abbey Sutherland…
The Leadership InitiativeInky Johnson: Finding Hope & Purpose in Life's Toughest Moments
Join Dr. Fred Johnson, Founder of InitiativeOne, for an inspiring conversation with Inky Johnson, a man who exemplifies the meaning of perseverance. From a…
The Leadership InitiativeWant to Be a Better Leader? Start with Your Self-Belief
In this episode, Dr. Fred Johnson, Founder of InitiativeOne, dives into the second part of their two-part series on self-belief. He explores the practical…
The Leadership InitiativeThe 3 Pillars of Modern Leadership: Authenticity, Transparency & Vulnerability
Leadership has changed! In this episode of the Leadership Initiative Podcast, Dr. Fred Johnson dives into what it takes to be a great leader in today's world…
The Leadership InitiativeNFL Exec's Secrets to Leadership Success
Ever wonder how top leaders make it? In this video, Dr. Fred Johnson chats with Kate Guerra, VP of Communications for the Titans, about her journey and the two…
The Leadership InitiativeFormer NFL Trainer Mike Ryan On Career Pivots & Finding Purpose
Ready to make a big leap in your career or life? Dr. Fred Johnson and special guest Mike Ryan, former NFL trainer for the Jaguars and Giants, and now an NBC…
The Leadership InitiativeThe Human Side of Leadership: Lessons You Need to Hear
Discover the transformative power of embracing the human side of leadership. In this episode, Dr. Fred Johnson sits down with Coach Abbey Sutherland, head…
The Leadership InitiativeLessons in Leadership: Humility, Growth, and Legacy
InitiativeOne CEO Tracy Johnson sits down with Louise Cornelius, Gaming General Manager at Oneida Casino, as she shares her transformational leadership…
The Leadership InitiativeFinding Purpose: Lessons from Miami Dolphins' Fullback Alec Ingol
Join us in this inspiring episode of the Leadership Initiative podcast as Dr. Fred Johnson sits down with Alec Ingold, Miami Dolphins fullback, to uncover…
The Leadership InitiativeBuilding Trust & Leading Through Challenges
Join CEO Tracy Johnson and Joey Reader on the "Leadership Initiative Podcast" as they explore the art of building trust and leading through challenges. In this…
The Leadership InitiativeTransformative Leadership: Insights from the NFL
Discover powerful NFL leadership lessons to transform your team and elevate your organization. In this insightful episode of the Leadership Initiative Podcast…
The Leadership InitiativeInvesting in Leadership: Lessons for Success
Discover how purpose-driven leadership can create lasting impact in this insightful conversation between Dr. Fred Johnson, founder of Initiative One, and…
The Leadership InitiativeCracking the Code of Leadership Trust
In this insightful episode of the Leadership Initiative Podcast. Join Dr. Fred Johnson as he shares his transformative experiences as a leadership coach for…
The Leadership InitiativeAuthentic Leadership: Transforming Education & Empowering Teams
In this episode of the Leadership Initiative Podcast, Tracy Johnson and Gina Marchionda discuss the transformative power of authentic leadership as an educator…
The Leadership InitiativeAuthentic Leadership: Lessons from the NFL | InitiativeOne
Discover the power of authentic leadership and the lessons that can transform your approach to leading others. In this episode of the Leadership Initiative…
The Leadership InitiativeTransforming Healthcare Through Leadership: Jamison Buxton | InitiativeOne
Discover how Jamison Buxton transformed a healthcare organization into a national leader in breakthrough treatments. In this powerful conversation, Jamison…
The Leadership InitiativeLeadership Lessons from Navy Commanding Officer Erica Reid-Dixon PT 2 | InitiativeOne
Join Tracy Johnson and Navy Commander Erica Reid-Dixon as they share powerful insights from Erica's military career and personal journey. Discover how a Navy…
The Leadership InitiativeThe Power of Purpose-Driven Leadership in Schools with Betty Vasquez | InitiativeOne
Join Tracy Johnson and Betty Vasquez as they dive into a transformative discussion about leadership. In this insightful episode, Betty shares her journey in…
The Leadership InitiativeLeadership Lessons: Vulnerability and Authority | InitiativeOne
Join the InitiativeOne Leadership Podcast as Tanya Jones shares her remarkable journey From Teacher to Superintendent. Tanya, now the superintendent of…
The Leadership InitiativeLeading Like a Navy Commanding Officer with Erica Reid-Dixon PT 1
Discover how curiosity became the hidden power behind one Navy Commanding Officer's remarkable leadership journey. In this engaging conversation, Erica…
The Leadership InitiativeMelanie Steinbarth
Discover why vulnerability is a leadership game-changer in this episode of the InitiativeOne Leadership Podcast. Join Tracy Johnson as he delves into…
The Leadership InitiativeCelebrating Small Wins with Josh Moon - Athletic Director for the University of Wisconsin, Green Bay
In this episode, InitiativeOne Founder, Dr. Fred Johnson, sits down with an incredible leader who shares his journey of leading bold change and building belief…
The Leadership InitiativeBeyond the Mission: Caring for Your Team in Combat - Part 2 with Robert Mitchell
In part two, Dr. Fred Johnson and Colonel Bob Mitchell dive into the critical aspects of leadership decision-making and how world-class leaders distinguish…
The Leadership InitiativeBeyond the Mission: Caring for Your Team in Combat - Part 1 with Robert Mitchell
In this episode, Dr. Fred Johnson sits down with Colonel Bob Mitchell, a retired Army leader to discuss the leadership principles that have guided him. Colonel…
The Leadership InitiativeConflict & Forgivness in Leadership with Tehassi Hill
In this episode, Dr. Fred Johnson connects with Tehassi Hill, a seasoned leader from the Oneida Nation. They explore the challenges of leading a complex…
The Leadership InitiativeLeadership Transitions: Insights from a CEO and President
In this episode of the Leadership Initiative Podcast Tracy Johnson, CEO of InitiativeOne, is joined by Greg Salmen, the newly appointed CEO and President of…
The Leadership InitiativePivot from Self-Doubt to Authenticity
In this episode of The Leadership Initiative Podcast, Dr. Fred Johnson and Tony Reale dive deep into one of the most pivotal topics in personal growth and…
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Leadership Through Genuine Connection
In this episode, Dr. Fred Johnson, founder of Initiative One, sits down with Julie Gile, owner and founder of a renowned photography company. Join us as they…
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Psychologically Safe Teams Win
In this episode of the Leadership Initiative podcast, Dr. Fred Johnson interviews NFL fullback Alec Ingold about the key characteristics of elite coaches and…
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Impactful Education Leadership
Welcome to the Initiative One Podcast with Dr. Fred Johnson, featuring special guest Michael Perry, Principal of Greenville Middle School in Merriweather…
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Triumph Over Trials
Join us as we introduce Dr. Michael Gordon, Chief Medical Officer of the Honor Health Research Institute, highlighting his contributions to cancer research and…
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A Journey of Growth
Join Dr. Fred Johnson, founder of Initiative One, and Dr. Paul Mettler, a long-time partner based in Knoxville, Tennessee, as they delve into the evolution of…
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Transforming Education
Join Dr. Fred Johnson, founder of Initiative One, for an inspiring episode of "Transforming Education." This week, Dr. Johnson welcomes Dr. Jeff Fleig, the…
The Leadership InitiativeBeyond the Badge
Join us as we venture into the heart of law enforcement, exploring the power of emotional intelligence in community trust and effective policing. Sheriff Matt…
The Leadership InitiativeNavigating Purpose
Join Dr. Fred Johnson, founder of Initiative One, as he sits down with industry expert Lisa Flanary to explore the intersection of purpose-driven leadership…
The Leadership InitiativeEntrepreneurial Insights
Welcome to today's podcast! Hosted by Dr. Fred Johnson, this episode features a conversation with special guest Dr. Bryan Schwebke founder of Paramount…
The Leadership InitiativeThe Next Wave: Conversations With a Future Leader
In today's latest episode, Dr. Fred Johnson leads a profound exploration into the future landscape of leadership. Accompanying him is Austin Ertl, former Miami…
The Leadership InitiativeLeading with Purpose
On today's episode, host Regina Woods is joined by Oconto Falls Superintendent Dr. Dean Hess. In this engaging conversation, they delve into various aspects of…
The Leadership InitiativeHow Your Emotions Impact Your Leadership
Do your emotions impact your leadership? How so? Maria Marshall Clarke joins Dr. Fred Johnson to discuss how fear and love profoundly impact how leaders live…
The Leadership InitiativeEpisode 63: Advice for Leadership Transitions With Dr. Fred Johnson and Tracy Johnson
Join us for a unique episode as Dr. Fred, our usual host, takes on a new role, fielding questions from Tracy Johnson, iOne's new CEO. Delve into the discussion…