LEADERSHIP LAB

At InitiativeOne, we believe gratitude isn’t a holiday sentiment. Gratitude is an essential part of leading well, especially when life gets messy. The Hidden Power Behind Every High-Performing Team In leadership, gratitude often gets dismissed as “soft.” It’s not. It’s one of the hardest disciplines to sustain when pressure mounts, deadlines tighten, and people disappoint. Yet it’s also the foundation of trust. It’s the invisible current that keeps teams connected when the wa

At InitiativeOne Leadership Institute, we believe the best leadership lessons aren’t found in theory but lived every day, in moments that test conviction and shape character. Each month, Dr. Fred Johnson sits down with leaders who have walked through adversity and emerged stronger, sharing raw and practical wisdom that shapes how we lead today. Through our Leadership Initiative Podcast and monthly Think Tanks, we explore what real transformation looks like, up close and in mo

Vulnerability Creates Stability At InitiativeOne, we believe leadership is tested not when things are clear, but when the path ahead is...

At InitiativeOne, we believe the most important truth about the future of work is simple: it’s human. No matter how advanced the...

How InitiativeOne Helps Leaders Decide Better, Faster. We install a decision operating system—not a one-off workshop. We diagnose where attention leaks and decision drag live, design mission-aligned decision structures, enable leaders with personal disciplines, embed team habits, and measure results so gains stick.

At InitiativeOne, we help organizations embrace these differences, build trust, and lead with purpose. Through our tailored coaching, team alignment sessions, and culture-building programs, we turn generational diversity from a friction point into a competitive advantage.

At InitiativeOne, we’ve seen firsthand how this powerful balance transforms teams. Grit keeps  leaders grounded in vision and accountability, while grace fosters trust, empathy, and  collaboration. Together, they form a leadership style that’s not only sustainable but magnetic. 

At InitiativeOne, we believe that the most powerful leadership tool you have is who you are—not a title, not a strategy, and not a perfectly crafted presentation. Authenticity is the foundation of trust, the driver of meaningful relationships, and the spark behind lasting influence. In today’s fast-paced, highly competitive business world, leaders who stay grounded in their values and show up as their true selves don’t just survive—they lead with impact.

At InitiativeOne, we believe the most impactful organizations aren’t just efficient—they are deeply human. They recognize that real transformation happens when leaders see their team members not just as resources, but as individuals with potential, purpose, and untapped capacity for growth.

At InitiativeOne, we believe adversity isn’t the enemy of growth—it’s the proving ground for it. Leadership is not truly tested when things are easy; it’s forged in challenge, when clarity, courage, and character matter most.