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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.
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The Leadership InitiativeEpisode 62: Challenges in Educational Leadership with Dr. Paul Metler & Dr. Margaret Gilmore
This week, your host, Dr. Paul Metler, engages in a compelling conversation with Dr. Margaret Gilmore, delving into the dynamic intersection of education and…
The Leadership InitiativeEpisode 61: Self Leadership in Education with Dr. Phil Ertl and Dr. Fred Johnson
In this week's episode, Dr. Phil Ertl sits down with host Dr. Fred Johnson. Join the conversation as Dr. Ertl shares the highs and lows of his remarkable…
The Leadership InitiativeEpisode 60: Put Your Business in Action to Get Unstuck with Joel McKeefry
On this week's episode, Joel Mckeefry joins Dr. Fred Johnson. Together, they discuss being stuck and how to take the steps needed to put business into action…
The Leadership InitiativeEpisode 59: Leading Change and Conflict with Tracy Johnson
Tracy Johnson, CEO of InitiativeOne, joins our Founder, Dr. Fred Johnson, to discuss the evolution of InitiativeOne. They dive into the ways change…
The Leadership InitiativeEpisode 58: Leading Effective Change with Gina Thorsen
Dr. Fred Johnson is joined by Stormy Kromer CEO, Gina Thorsen on the latest episode of the InitiativeOne Leadership Podcast. They discuss the challenges that…
The Leadership InitiativeEpisode 57: High-Performing Leaders Create High-Performing Organizations with Adrià Passola
Fred Johnson and Adrià Passola deeply discuss what it takes to lead transformational change in organizations. Adrià leans on his experience of the InitativeOne…
The Leadership InitiativeEpisode 56: Comfortable Being Uncomfortable with Dr. Paul Metler
Sit down with Dr. Paul Metler as he shares his inspiring leadership journey. Together with Dr. Fred, they explore: Paul's purpose to serve others by…
The Leadership InitiativeEpisode 55: Influencing & Empowering Others with Dr. Angela Peters
In our latest episode, we sat down with Angela Peters, who shares her inspiring career journey. She dives into what motivated her to join InitiativeOne and how…
The Leadership InitiativeEpisode 54: Leadership Transformation From A to Z with Dr. Fred Johnson & Dr. Stephen Peters
Dr. Stephen Peters returns to the InitiativeOne Leadership Podcast to talk with Dr. Fred about their upcoming book! They dive into the book, what inspired it…
The Leadership InitiativeEpisode 53: Solving Your Client's Problems with Tony Reale
Tony Reale, Founder and Director of Media Productions for Creative Edge Productions, joins Dr. Fred Johnson on the latest episode of the InitiativeOne…
The Leadership InitiativeEpisode 52: How to Reclaim Your Self Talk with Ale Marroquín
Ale Marroquín joins Dr. Fred Johnson on this week's episode to discuss her leadership journey. Together, they discuss Ale's shift from the financial industry…
The Leadership InitiativeEpisode 51: How to Embrace Change with Chris Wendt
Chris Wendt, Vice President of Technology Services at Syscon, joins Dr. Fred Johnson on this week's episode. Together they talk about building a culture of…
The Leadership InitiativeEpisode 50: Leading Multiple Generations with Nick Metler
Nick Metler, Marketing and Digital Content Director at InitiativeOne, joins Dr. Fred Johnson to discuss leading multiple generations in the workplace…
The Leadership InitiativeEpisode 49: Transform Educational Leaders with Dr. Stephen Peters
The front lines of education reveal that education as we know it will dramatically change over the next 2-3 years. Dr. Stephen Peters explores what he sees as…
The Leadership InitiativeEpisode 48: Embrace Vulnerability with Dr. Phil Ertl
Dr. Phil Ertl, VP of Educational Leadership, returns to the InitiativeOne Leadership Podcast to discuss: The Importance of Vulnerability in Modern Leadership…
The Leadership InitiativeEpisode 47: How to Live a Life on Purpose with Dr. Paul Metler
Paul Metler, Ph.D., joins Dr. Fred Johnson this week as they reflect on their history at InitiativeOne. They discuss: 1️⃣ Living a Life of Purpose 2️⃣ Key…
The Leadership InitiativeEpisode 46: Igniting Confidence with Jeff Mirkes
Jeff Mirkes, Executive Director of Downtown Green Bay, joins Dr. Fred on the InitiativeOne Leadership Podcast. Jeff explores the challenges he's faced in…
The Leadership InitiativeEpisode 45: The Call of Leadership with Damian LaCroix
Howard-Suamico School District Superintendent Damian LaCroix joins Dr. Fred Johnson on the latest episode of the InitiativeOne Leadership Podcast. Together…
The Leadership InitiativeEpisode 44: How the Ideal Workplace Culture Has Changed with Dr. Fred Johnson
Dr. Fred Johnson returns to the InitiativeOne Leadership Podcast to answer questions received from our monthly Think Tanks: How has the ideal workplace culture…
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Episode 43: Sustainable Change in Education with Dr. Phil Ertl
Dr. Phil Ertl returns to the InitiativeOne Leadership Podcast this week to discuss healthy leaders and creating sustainable change in the evolving Education…
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Episode 42: Taking Care of Clients with Jason Perkins
Nick Nighbor is joined by Jason Perkins, Founder of Vestura, LLC., which offers a comprehensive range of personalized financial planning and portfolio…
The Leadership InitiativeEpisode 41: Beyond Driven with Nick Nighbor
We're flipping the script on this week's episode as Nick Nighbor enters the hot seat and Regina Woods returns to the podcast (this time as host)! Nick opens up…
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Episode 40: Empowering Thoughtful Leaders with Tracy Johnson
►►Grab your copy of "Is Everyone on the Boat?" ►►Register for our next Think Tank Tracy Johnson returns to the InitiativeOne Leadership Podcast to talk about…
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Episode 39: Personal Excellence with Mike Jeanquart
Click here to register for our next Think Tank! Mike Jeanquart joins the show to discuss his leadership journey moving from law enforcement to construction and…
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Episode 38: Leadership and Impact with Dr. Fred Johnson & Dr. Stephen Peters
►►Schedule a call with InitiativeOne Dr. Fred Johnson and Dr. Stephen Peters spoke to leaders gathered around the country on Leadership and Impact. Leadership…
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Episode 37: Tell Yourself the Right Story with Regina Woods and Nick Nighbor
Click here to register for our next Think Tank! "What story did I tell myself that created that reaction?" Nick Nighbor and Regina Woods speak about a recent…
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Episode 36: Simple Lessons in Leadership with Joe Shefchik and Nick Nighbor
Click here to register for our next Think Tank! Host, Nick Nighbor, talks with Paper Transport's VP of Business Development, Joe Shefchik, during the latest…
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Episode 35: It's Not About Me; It's About The Team with Robb Leonhard & Nick Nighbor
Click here to register for our next Think Tank! On the latest episode of the InitiativeOne Leadership Podcast, Nick Nighbor talks to Viking Masek, Co-Founder…
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Episode 34: How to Energize Your Team with Consensus-Driven Leadership with Dr. Fred Johnson
Click here to register for our next Think Tank! Are you satisfied with the current levels of accountability in your organization? What if you could make a…
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Episode 33: How to Understand a Primary Leader with Dr. Fred Johnson
Click here to register for our next Think Tank! A primary leader is the second tier in high change leaders. They are pragmatic and natural problem solvers…
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Episode 32: Being Heard, Seen, & Appreciated in the Workplace with Tracy Johnson
Click here to register for our next Think Tank! What is a leadership challenge you're facing right now? Tracy Johnson and Nick Nighbor answer questions from…
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Episode 31: Impacting the Future of Educational Leadership with Dr. Stephen Peters
In Episode 31, Nick Nighbor sits down to talk to Dr. Stephen Peters. Dr. Peters shares his insight into the world of education. He talks about his commitment…
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Episode 30: Leadership Requires a Dress Rehearsal with Dr. Stephen Peters
During our most recent Think Tank, we had an exciting surprise. Dr. Stephen Peters joined us and shared his inspiring story and passion for impacting future…
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Episode 29: How to Understand Visionary Leaders with Tracy Johnson
In Episode 29 of the InitiativeOne Leadership Podcast, Nick Nighbor and Tracy Johnson discuss "Is Everyone on the Boat?" from authors Dr. Fred Johnson and Dr…
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Episode 28: Good Leaders Are Good Teachers with Dr. Fred Johnson
It's time for another Q&A with Dr. Fred Johnson! In episode 28, Nick Nighbor and Dr. Fred dive into the following questions: 1. What are some ways to bridge…
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Episode 27: The Joy of Purposefully Driven Leadership with Dr. Phil Ertl
Nick Nighbor and Dr. Phil Ertl sit down to discuss Dr. Ertl's 2-word purpose statement, his journey to InitiativeOne, and the areas that bring him the most joy…
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Episode 26: The Damaging Pitfalls of Every Driven Leader with Dr. Fred Johnson
During our November Think Tank, Dr. Fred Johnson spoke on the pitfalls of every driven leader. He unpacked the 8 P's of Driven Leaders: 1. Performance is…
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Episode 25: Inspiring Hope with Dr. Jared Cotton
Click here to register for our next Think Tank! In episode 25 of the InitiativeOne Leadership Podcast, Nick Nighbor sits down with Dr. Jared Cotton. They…
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Episode 24: How Do Generational Differences Feed Quiet Quitting? with Dr. Fred Johnson
Click here to register for our next Think Tank! ►►Watch for our free Masterclass: https://learn.initiativeone.com/masterclass In episode 24 of the…
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Episode 23: How Do Leaders Energize Quiet Quitters with Tracy Johnson
How can leaders create a culture of accountability that encourages passionate work? Tracy Johnson and Nick Nighbor dive deep into the three types of…
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Episode 22: Excellence is Intentional with Paul Hermes
Click here to register for our next Think Tank! In Episode 22 of the InitiativeOne Leadership Podcast, our host, Nick Nighbor, sits down with Paul Hermes…
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Episode 21: Healthy Boundaries in the Age of Quiet Quitting with Dr. Fred Johnson
If you Google "Quiet Quitting," you get 334,000,000 results. Quiet quitting has come to mean a number of things to everyone. It's resignation. It's the…
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Episode 20: Change Your Self Belief & Elevate Your Leadership with Dr. Fred Johnson
We all bring different narratives to the table. Leaders must learn to use behaviors that attract others and don't push them away. Nick Nighbor and Dr. Fred…
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Episode 19: Starve Negativity & Feed Your Purpose with Dr. Fred Johnson
You have a finite amount of time and energy in each day. How much time and energy are you giving to negativity? Do naysayers drain your resources and divert…
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Episode 18: Practical Ways to Engage a Culture with Remote Workers with Stephanie Schultz
Stephanie Schultz joins Nick Nighbor this week to talk about the challenges of remote work. She provides practical ways to build trust and care in remote and…
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Episode 17: The Power of Collaboration with Ann Franz
In Episode 17, Nick Nighbor chats with Ann Franz. Ann Franz is the Executive Director of the NEW Manufacturing Alliance, which is a group of manufacturers…
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Episode 16: How to Build Healthy Cultures & Understand Turnover with Dr. Fred Johnson
In episode 16, we're returning to a recent Think Tank where Dr. Fred Johnson dives into the rising number of employees leaving organizations. Is turnover…
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Episode 15: Understanding Yourself & Your Team with Dr. Paul Metler
Do you know your leadership style? Do you know the styles of the people around you? What drains your energy? What fuels you? Understanding how to maximize and…
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Episode 14: Living Your Values with Bob Jacquart
In episode 14, Nick Nighbor sits down with Jacquart Fabric Products Chairman, Bob Jacquart. He talks about the importance of showing up on time and keeping…
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Episode 13: Leadership Challenges in the World of Education with Dr. Phil Ertl
In episode 13, Nick Nighbor, Vice President of Strategic Partnership at InitiativeOne, interviews Dr. Phil Ertl, Vice President of Educational Leadership at…
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Episode 12: How to Lead Conflict & Accelerate Trust with Dr. Fred Johnson
Dr. Fred Johnson illustrates why Conflict Management is insufficient and how Conflict Leadership is the perfect catalyst for accelerating trust in your…
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Episode 11: Understanding the Impact of Toxic Teammates with Dr. Fred Johnson
In episode eleven, we're returning to a recent Think Tank where Dr. Fred Johnson discusses toxic teammates. Toxic "leaders" and "teammates" (we're using quotes…
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Episode 10: Embracing Boundaries to Reach Your Leadership Goals with Stephanie Schultz
In episode ten, Romeo Marquez Jr. talks to Stephanie Schultz, Vice President of Manufacturing and Retail at InitiativeOne, about some leadership challenges…
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Episode 09: What Is True Work-Life Balance? with Dr. Paul Metler
In episode nine, we're returning to a recent Think Tank where Dr. Paul Metler offers insight into cultivating a healthy work-life balance. How do you find rest…
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Episode 08: The Importance of Prioritizing Health and Wellness for Leaders with Mike Ryan
In episode eight, Romeo Marquez Jr. is joined by NBC Sports Medicine Analyst Mike Ryan. Mike focuses on teaching people how to move better, think better, eat…
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Episode 07: Understanding Your Leadership Style with Dr. Fred Johnson
Do you know your leadership style? In this week's episode, we're going back to a recent Think Tank, where Dr. Fred Johnson tackles four leadership styles and…
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Episode 06: The Leadership Essentials of Laughter and Joy with Regina Woods
In episode six, Romeo Marquez Jr. sits down with Transformation Leader at InitiativeOne, Regina Woods. They discuss the importance of laughter and joy when it…
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Episode 05: You're a Product of Your Self-Talk with Dr. Fred Johnson
We're traveling back to a recent Think Tank in episode 5, where Dr. Fred Johnson provides five ways to address your inner critic. We all battle the inner…
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Episode 04: Get Curious & Overcome Your Fear of Failure with Dr. Paul Metler
In episode four, Romeo Marquez Jr. and Paul Metler discuss the leadership essentials of curiosity, gratitude, and taking a walk. They also talk about Paul's…
The Leadership InitiativeEpisode 03: Leading Through Uncertainty with Scott Snider
Romeo Marquez Jr. talks to Exit Planning Institute President, Scott Snider, about his entrepreneurial spirit and what it was like leading through the…