February 12th is Abraham Lincoln’s 217th birthday. In this episode, Jersey Rick and Emily look at our 16th President’s leadership and discuss character before rank, building strong teams, and learning from failure.

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 or send an email to rick@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, From the Badge to Business, Jersey Rick interviews Hannah Gleditsch a former Loveland, Colorado police officer and now the owner of Colorado Coffee in Loveland. Rick and Hannah talk about her career, leadership, PEER support, and the transition from a high risk, dynamic career as a police officer to a business owner.

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 or send an email to rick@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 interview Christian “Boo” Boucousis is a former fighter pilot, bestselling author, inspirational speaker, and the CEO of Afterburner, a global leadership and human performance company that helps leaders and teams turn chaos into clarity and execution. As a former Royal Australian Air Force fighter pilot, Boo brings a unique perspective on leadership, precision, and performance under pressure that he has translated into real-world business results for thousands of organizations worldwide. His leadership philosophy, Flawless Leadership, equips teams with practical tools and mindsets to lead with purpose, adaptability, and impact. Boo’s work has influenced millions of leaders and is trusted by top organizations across industries, including Microsoft, McDonald’s, and the NBA.

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 or send an email to rick@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