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The Command Post: Leadership Lessons from Fire Service Veterans

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The Command Post: Leadership Lessons from Fire Service Veterans

In this episode of The Command Post, Chiefs Rick Lasky and John Salka explore what sets great leaders apart in the fire service. Drawing from decades of experience in the Fire Department of New York and beyond, they share how inspiration and motivation from strong leadership directly impact firefighters' performance and safety. They discuss the difference between being “aggressive” and being “reckless,” emphasize the critical role of training, and expose the real pressures chief officers face behind the scenes. Beyond tactics, this episode uncovers the human side of leadership—the importance of earning trust, fostering ownership, and balancing accountability with support. Whether you’re a veteran firefighter or preparing to step into your first leadership role, candid stories and hard-earned wisdom can offer guidance on how to lead with integrity, toughness, and care. This is more than a discussion on titles; it’s about shaping the culture that keeps firefighters alive and efficient on the job.

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The Command Post: Leadership Lessons from Fire Service Veterans

In this episode of The Command Post, Chiefs Rick Lasky and John Salka explore what sets great leaders apart in the fire service. Drawing from decades of experience in the Fire Department of New York and beyond, they share how inspiration and motivation from strong leadership directly impact firefighters' performance and safety. They discuss the difference between being “aggressive” and being “reckless,” emphasize the critical role of training, and expose the real pressures chief officers face behind the scenes. Beyond tactics, this episode uncovers the human side of leadership—the importance of earning trust, fostering ownership, and balancing accountability with support. Whether you’re a veteran firefighter or preparing to step into your first leadership role, candid stories and hard-earned wisdom can offer guidance on how to lead with integrity, toughness, and care. This is more than a discussion on titles; it’s about shaping the culture that keeps firefighters alive and efficient on the job.

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