InitiativeOne Leadership Podcast

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 their day-to-day lives. If you want to lead at a world-class level, you must move away from fear-based decision-making and into a life of purpose. 

Fear of failure and imposter syndrome will blind you from your greatest effectiveness. You must raise your self-belief. You must lead with deep purpose. 

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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 on the essential anchors for team, company, and purpose growth, and explore strategies for continuity when dependable leaders transition. 

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This week, your host, Dr. Paul Metler, engages in a compelling conversation with Dr. Margaret Gilmore, delving into the dynamic intersection of education and leadership. In this episode, they explore the multifaceted world of education and leadership, unraveling the intricacies that come with these roles. Explore the critical role of purpose in educational leadership.

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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 journey to becoming the influential leader he is today. Discover the profound impact of effective leadership in education and how it intertwines with personal growth. Dr. Ertl's stories of struggle and triumph provide a roadmap for aspiring leaders and educators, offering valuable insights into overcoming challenges and embracing victories.

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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. Joel talks about being stuck without knowing he was stuck. He was comfortable but would soon realize the necessary steps for positive change to take place in his life. With Dr. Fred and InitiativeOne's help, he has taken those steps toward personal and professional transformation!

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Tracy Johnson, CEO of InitiativeOne, joins our Founder, Dr. Fred Johnson, to discuss the evolution of InitiativeOne. They dive into the ways change, communication, and conflict impact the business. Together, they also explore the narratives they fight to overcome in their day-to-day lives. Moving toward self-belief is a daily choice of effective self-leadership. 

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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 arise when leading a family-owned business, leading change effectively, and learning to let go of perfectionism.

They also dive into some key pivots that have helped Stormy Kromer thrive! 

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Fred Johnson and Adrià Passola deeply discuss what it takes to lead transformational change in organizations. Adrià leans on his experience of the InitativeOne Process to show that it takes high-performing leaders to create high-performing organizations. You can't do it on your own. 

They also discuss the launching of InitiativeOne's Global Team and the excitement around bringing the InitiativeOne Process to more organizations across the globe.

Learn more about InitiativeOne's Leadership Transformation Process: https://www.initiativeone.com/leadership-transformation-organizational. 

¡Quiero Saber Mas!: https://www.initiativeone.com/vincere.

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 "encouraging transformation"
• The importance of stewardship
• Lessons learned through years of leading change

Get comfortable being uncomfortable. Move out of the status quo and into a life of transformation in our newest episode.

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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 her drive to make a difference led her to establish "The Gentlemen and Ladies Club" with her husband, aiming to mentor and empower young minds. 

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She also gives valuable advice for women in leadership positions, emphasizing resilience, mentorship, and fostering a supportive community for women professionally.

Don't miss out on her conversation with Fred Johnson!

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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, along with its purpose. Dr. Peters also talks about the transformational power of the Gentlemen's and Ladies Leadership Clubs for schools across the country.

Click here to preorder your copy and learn the behaviors that will elevate your leadership.

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Tony Reale, Founder and Director of Media Productions for Creative Edge Productions, joins Dr. Fred Johnson on the latest episode of the InitiativeOne Leadership Podcast.

Together, they discuss the importance of showing value to clients, learning from failure, and how to differentiate yourself in the crowded world of social media.

Learn more about the excellent value Tony and Creative Edge Productions bring to their clients (including us at InitiativeOne!): https://creativeedgepro.com.

Connect with Tony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonyreale/.

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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 into the world of leadership.

Ale describes the importance of living in the present and not letting past failures or future worries get in the way of your present success. Fred and Ale also provide practical steps to change your self talk and the negativity that clouds your mind.

Learn more about Ale Marroquín: https://alemarroquin.com.

Connect with Ale on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alemarroquin/.

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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 trust, overcoming leadership challenges, and why embracing change is essential in today's workplace.

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Nick Metler, Marketing and Digital Content Director at InitiativeOne, joins Dr. Fred Johnson to discuss leading multiple generations in the workplace.

Together, they discuss:

• What are the expectations of younger employees entering your organization?
• How can leaders set their teams up for greater success?
• Why is humility essential for effective leadership today?

Listen to their conversation to understand how to create a win-win culture for your people.

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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 hopeful and frightening for schools nationwide.

Dr. Peters and Dr. Johnson show that many of your greatest opportunities are disguised as challenges. Learning to lead through complexity is the pathway to Leadership Transformation. Together, they talk through what you can expect from their forthcoming book:

Leadership Transformation from A to Z: What Great Leaders Do! 

Click here to energize your teachers, students, and staff with Dr. Stephen Peters and Dr. Fred Johnson!

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Dr. Phil Ertl, VP of Educational Leadership, returns to the InitiativeOne Leadership Podcast to discuss:

• The Importance of Vulnerability in Modern Leadership
• The Value of Sideways Accountability
• Understanding Failure Doesn’t Mean You’re a Failure

You won't want to miss his conversation with Dr. Fred Johnson. 

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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 Moments of Failure
3️⃣ Lessons They’ve Learned from Each Other

Dr. Metler explores his purpose of "Encouraging Transformation," stating:

"We love to see positive change in people's lives. We're talking personally and professionally. We don't have this false dichotomy. You're a human being. You're not a human doing. You're a person; you're a human."

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Jeff Mirkes, Executive Director of Downtown Green Bay, joins Dr. Fred on the InitiativeOne Leadership Podcast. Jeff explores the challenges he's faced in revitalizing downtown Green Bay, wins that have come along the way, and the meaning of his purpose statement: Ignite Confidence.

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Howard-Suamico School District Superintendent Damian LaCroix joins Dr. Fred Johnson on the latest episode of the InitiativeOne Leadership Podcast.

Together they talk about rising to meet the call of leadership in public education, learning from failure, and keys to leading with purpose in 2023. Damian became the 5th superintendent in 6 years at Howard-Suamico. He is now finishing up his 18th year leading the district. His wealth of knowledge is a must-listen for leaders in any industry.

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