Tip Of The Spear Leadership Podcast

Accomplished Author Battalion chief and union president for the city of New Haven, CT, Fire Department. Frank also served as the department’s drillmaster, being the highest-ranking chief assigned to Special Operations Command. Frank is on the advisory board for FDIC and Fire Engineering. Frank has been awarded the Medal of Valor, the Medal of Merit, the department’s Meritorious Citation, Frances S...

Assistant chief with the City of Petaluma (California) Fire Department. Over 25 years of fire service experience, California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), Director for CalFire Team 1. He is the technology and communications battalion chief and a division group supervisor on California Interagency Team 5. Costa Chad’s leadership / training website: http://chadcosta.org/abou...

Transitioning from firefighter to Officer Transitioning from a firefighter to an officer is a significant step in one's career, filled with new responsibilities and challenges. As a firefighter, you have already demonstrated courage, teamwork, and a commitment to serving others. Now, as an officer, you will be tasked with leading and managing a team, making critical decisions, and ensuring the saf...

Accomplished Writer And Fire Service Instructor PHD Strategic Leadership 23 years in the fire service Army Veteran The concept of the "leadership illusion", Is to unmask the Leadership Illusion. Behind every great leader, lies a hidden tapestry of collective effort and external factors. This shirt serves as a reminder that leadership is a complex interplay of teamwork, circumstances, and chance. L...

Captain Norfolk Va FD Accomplished Author of: No Non-Sense Leadership: A Realistic Approach for the Company Officer https://a.co/d/iZC3Epc FDIC Presenter https://youtu.be/g3Wr61wt12I Instagram: https://instagram.com/tbf_jarrod.sergi?igshid=YzcxN2Q2NzY0OA== Email: jarrodsergi@gmail.com __________________________________________ ~If you haven’t already, Check out Tip of The Spear Leadership Podcast...

# 23 Small Unit Leadership And The Fire Service with Captain Marc Davidson ( Fairfax Co Fire ) Small unit leadership on the company level Company and team building Marc teaches both for his department and the region on leadership and tactical fieldcraft and coordinates multiple training opportunities for aspiring and incumbent officers. He is also part of the founding team of the Northern Virginia...

Ed Glassman 40 year fire service professional Company officer , Chief officer , and FEMA level leadership experience Retired Camden NJ Fire Department Deputy Chief Former Patrol Officer Camden NJ PD Reach Chief Glassman: Chiefglassman@gmail.com Instagram: @rescue1capt __________________________________________ ~Find us on Facebook, Instagram, and Tik Tok: @Tip_Of_The_Spear_Leadership ~Check out my...

In 1996 Arial Jackson became a career firefighter with the Anne Arundel County Maryland Fire Department where he currently serves as Captain and station commander of the Waugh Chapel firehouse. Captain Jackson is a HOT instructor and classroom presenter at several training events nationwide, including Firehouse Expo and FDIC International. He is extremely well-versed in Engine/Truck Co Operations...

Chief Bastinelli Joins us and talks about his ideology behind “Fireground360: The 10 never ending pursuits of a mission driven firefighter”. Chief Bastinelli takes us on a deep dive into what a driven firefighter is, and how this ideology applies to fire service leaders at all levels. Chief Bastinelli Contacts and Media: Firemanship Journal: https://www.firemanshipjournal.com Instagram: @brianbast...

Lessons and experiences from the front seat in the streets.

Mark Gregory from PL Vulcan Training joins us and taps into his 30 years of experience in the fire service. We dive into the popularly vs respect, and how this will affect you as a company officer both on and off the fireground Knowing your place in the stack is critical and it comes from motivation, discipline, and most of all, experience. Wisdom comes in time and experience, and Mark shares his...

Mickey Farrell from Top Floor Tactics joins us and taps into his 22 years of experience in the fire service. We dive into the firehouse kitchen, mindset of a winning team and officer. Knowing your place in the stack is critical and it comes from motivation, discipline, and most of all, experience Wisdom comes in time and Mickey Shares his priceless take on Company Officer leadership. Mickey is an...

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Episode 18: Company Officer Leadership Dividends, and Navigating Personnel Challenges The most difficult part of leadership will be the relationships you develop with those you work with. We go over establishing your level of expectations and leading by example. Fires will come and those are the easiest part of the job. Personnel problems and challenges will test your leadership, Tim taps into his...

Company Officer Command and Competence Real world lessons, and experiences 18 years Camden Fire Department Bobby Eckert is a ladder company captain in the Camden (NJ) Fire Department. He has a BS in public safety administration from Neumann University and is a Pro Board Level II instructor. He owns and operates Eckert Fire Tactics LLC. Contact Bobby Instagram : @Eckert_335 https://instagram.com/ec...

30 + years Fire Service Experience Deputy Assistant Chief FDNY Company officer leadership styles and challenges faced by today’s frontline officers. Reach Chief Leeb : firstresponderconsultant@gmail.com Check out Tip Of the Spear Leadership Link Tree!: https://linktr.ee/tip_of_the_spear_leadership

A good mentor is like a good wingman…they will always be there and never leave your side. Today’s Tip of The Spear Leadership Podcast Special is about just that…preventing your people from becoming a “Quiet Quitter.”

Transitioning as a new officer can be one of the most difficult things a firefighter can go through in their career. Leadership styles and command presence is key and often not taught in the average officer candidate school, or as in many cases, there is no formal education for new officers at all. Mike helps bridge that gap in this episode as we dive into his experience, wisdom, and lessons learn...

An in-depth discussion on how ego and humility plays into our daily lives. Moral values and experienced based decision making has ripple effects that stay with you. Danny tells his story and shares his wisdom. Follow Danny: Instagram: @ironsboss_44 Email: Tailboard10@gmail.com

Adaptability and Fire Service Education Jack Brown: 40 Year Fire Service Career 33 Year Decorated Military Career Staff Sergeant (Army) Chief Warrant Officer (Coastguard) Company Officer ( Fairfax Fd Va.) Chief Officer (Fairfax Fd Va.) “ A Pair of epaulets doesn’t make you a great leader, Take Care of your people “

Coaching, leadership, and Mentorship the Marine Corp Way with Ssgt Mike Nichols (USMC). Leadership challenges Tenacity and never giving up Difficult decisions and moral imperative Long lasting effects a leader and mentor can have Transitioning from military to civilian life Website: http://www.ssgtnichols.com Tik Tok , YouTube, and Instagram: @ssgtnichols F45: https://f45training.com Mike’s Books...

31+ Years Fire Service Leader Episode topics cover: Being decisive Making unpopular decisions Importance of Operational discipline Building / rebuilding trust and respect Contact information: Tim’s Email: eng88tk@gmail.com Tim’s Book “ Stretching and Operating the First Line “ : https://a.co/d/cn72EYL Find us on Facebook, Instagram, and Tik Tok: @Tip_Of_The_Spear_Leadership

Dennis L. Rubin’s fire & rescue experience spans more than 35 years. Rubin has served as a line firefighter/EMT, company officer, staff officer, command officer, and chief of the department in both Atlanta, Georgia and Washington, DC Twitter: @ChiefRubin Email: ChiefRubin@me.com Book Link: https://fireengineeringbooks.com/its-always-about-leadership/ As Mentioned, may Firefighter Steven Solomon co...

Stephanie White is a 19-year veteran of the fire service, and has spent the past 17 years as a professional firefighter/paramedic in a. metropolitan fire department. Throughout her career, she has been actively involved in. firefighter health and safety as a personal trainer, cancer awareness educator, and a trained mental health peer. Stephanie is also an accomplished contributor with Fire Engine...

Great Leaders Make Difficult Decisions   Pride and ownership Company officer program / leadership Buddy vs boss Chief Lasky Contact Website: https://www.chieflasky.com Instagram: @chieflasky Email: chieflasky@gmail.com Check us out on Social Media: Instagram and Facebook: @tip_of_the_spear_leadership Email: tip.of.the.spear.leadership@gmail.com