In this episode, Jersey Rick and Emily address the fact that disappointment is a universal experience. They also talk about the link between expectations and disappointment, transforming disappointment into perseverance and resilience, leading others through disappointment, and avoiding the bindweed of bitterness.

To learn more about Jersey Rick, the Fire Officer Leadership Academy, and how we can help you develop as a professional, visit our website at https://www.fireofficerleadershipacademy.com.

Jersey Rick is also the author of The Furnace of Leadership Development, available at Amazon in paperback, audiobook, and eBook formats.
 
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In this episode, Jersey Rick and Emily talk about the nature of personal resilience versus the trap of resentment. They also discuss the choice to be resilient, leadership, and the importance of cultivating resilience in other people.

To learn more about Jersey Rick, the Fire Officer Leadership Academy, and how we can help you develop as a professional, visit our website at https://www.fireofficerleadershipacademy.com.

Jersey Rick is also the author of The Furnace of Leadership Development, available at Amazon in paperback, audiobook, and eBook formats.
 
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In this episode, Jersey Rick and Emily talk about what it is like to step away from the fire service after investing 37-years serving the public. Topics include the unexpected challenges of retirement, emotional and mental preparation, and the importance of having a purpose and game plan once you leave the firehouse.

To learn more about Jersey Rick, the Fire Officer Leadership Academy, and how we can help you develop as a professional, visit our website at https://www.fireofficerleadershipacademy.com.

Jersey Rick is also the author of The Furnace of Leadership Development, available at Amazon in paperback, audiobook, and eBook formats.
 
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In this episode, Jersey Rick and Emily discuss the concept of adaptive challenges. Do you face problems that involve change, that provoke strong emotions, and incite behavior issues? Then you are dealing with an adaptive challenge. Listen to this episode and find out how you can properly address these trials.

To learn more about Jersey Rick, the Fire Officer Leadership Academy, and how we can help you develop as a professional, visit our website at https://www.fireofficerleadershipacademy.com.

Jersey Rick is also the author of The Furnace of Leadership Development, available at Amazon in paperback, audiobook, and eBook formats.
 
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In this episode, Jersey Rick and Emily discuss the triad of strength: integrity, trust, and credibility. When all three are present, people have strong character. However, when one or more of those qualities are absent, there are character issues with the individual.

To learn more about Jersey Rick, the Fire Officer Leadership Academy, and how we can help you develop as a professional, visit our website at https://www.fireofficerleadershipacademy.com.

Jersey Rick is also the author of The Furnace of Leadership Development, available at Amazon in paperback, audiobook, and eBook formats.
 
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In this episode, Jersey Rick and Emily discuss a topic that is taken from Rick's book, The Furnace of Leadership Development, and ask the question, "Is your foundation solid?" They talk about an epic employee failure at the Colorado Bureau of Investigation and what happens when your house is built on either sand or rock.

To learn more about Jersey Rick, the Fire Officer Leadership Academy, and how we can help you develop as a professional, visit our website at https://www.fireofficerleadershipacademy.com.

Jersey Rick is also the author of The Furnace of Leadership Development, available at Amazon in paperback, audiobook, and eBook formats.
 
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In this episode, Jersey Rick and Emily continue the conversation from Episode 24 and talk about developing goals for 2025 and building your action plan for the year.

To learn more about Jersey Rick, the Fire Officer Leadership Academy, and how we can help you develop as a professional, visit our website at https://www.fireofficerleadershipacademy.com.

Jersey Rick is also the author of The Furnace of Leadership Development, available at Amazon in paperback, audiobook, and eBook formats.
 
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In this episode, Jersey Rick and Emily discuss the importance of reflecting on 2024 in order to develop your vision (end state) and goals for 2025, which will be discussed in Episode 26 to be released on January 30th.

To learn more about Jersey Rick, the Fire Officer Leadership Academy, and how we can help you develop as a professional, visit our website at https://www.fireofficerleadershipacademy.com.

Jersey Rick is also the author of The Furnace of Leadership Development, available at Amazon in paperback, audiobook, and eBook formats.
 
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In this first episode of Season 2, Jersey Rick and his cohost Emily revisit the mission and purpose of the podcast. Additionally, they recap 2024, talk about the most downloaded episodes of the year, and share other information about the podcast.

To learn more about Jersey Rick, the Fire Officer Leadership Academy, and how we can help you develop as a professional, visit our website at https://www.fireofficerleadershipacademy.com.

Jersey Rick is also the author of The Furnace of Leadership Development, available at Amazon in paperback, audiobook, and eBook formats.
 
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In Episode 18, Jersey Rick and Emily discussed Disunity in the Community and the negative impacts on team cohesiveness. As promised in that episode, they now address the aspects of building team unity by establishing expectations, using clear communication, training, etc. and the positive impacts on team cohesiveness.

To learn more about Jersey Rick, the Fire Officer Leadership Academy, and how we can help you develop as a professional, visit our website at https://www.fireofficerleadershipacademy.com.

Jersey Rick is also the author of The Furnace of Leadership Development, available at Amazon in paperback, audiobook, and eBook formats.
 
 Music title: Honor and Glory, Audiorezout, Free Music Archive, CC BY-NC