On this episode, Nick breaks down why providing financially is not the same as showing up, and how firefighters of all backgrounds and fire service ranks can unintentionally fail their families while succeeding at work.

Using a 5-Tool Firefighter Framework, this conversation connects fireground discipline to life off shift:

Self-awareness: Why most firefighters never “size up” conditions at home

Physical capacity: How fatigue, poor nutrition, and lack of training bleed into family life

Emotional regulation: Why shutting down after shift kills connection

Presence & communication: What real leadership looks like when the uniform comes off

Legacy & accountability: What your family will actually remember long after the career ends

This episode challenges the belief that overtime, promotions, and fitness goals automatically equal good leadership at home.