Want to be the calm one when everything goes sideways? This is how you build that. Captain Brian Yonkin talks speaking up, handling imposter thoughts, and using systems to sharpen leadership instead of guessing. Then he tells the story of rolling up on a working fire… and finding out there’s a second fire down the street. If you want to lead under pressure without losing your head, this episode gives you tools you can use as early as next shift.

What You’ll Learn:

• How Brian trains himself to speak up and handle conflict without blowing up
• What his “imposter syndrome” warning sign is—and how he shuts it down early
• How to set goals without the “New Year, new me” nonsense (and actually follow through)
• How trust in your crew is built—and why it matters when you have to make fast calls
• Three non-negotiables for being a strong firefighter in 2026: train, relax, and have a life outside the job

If you’re a firefighter who wants to lead better, stay sharper, and not let the job eat your life… this one’s for you.

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