Hosted by David Polikoff · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 73 episodes
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"Because leadership isn't optional—it's the job. Whether you're stepping into your first officer role or you've been leading crews for years, this podcast is here to sharpen your edge. My guests and I dive into the real challenges of leading in the fire service—no ego, no fluff—just straight talk, hard lessons, and solid tools to help you lead with confidence, clarity, and grit."Lead From the Front. Own the Fireground.
David Polikoff hosts Side Alpha Leadership, a business show with 73 episodes published.
What makes someone a leader? Is it the bugles on your collar? The title on your office door? The years you've spent on the job? Not even close. In this episode of Side Alpha Leadership, I sit down with Dr. Shelley Wheele
🔥 The fire service isn't about you — it's about the people you serve and the firefighters you lead. In this hard-hitting episode of *Side Alpha Leadership*, I sit down with Assistant Chief Moses Jefferies to talk real f
🚒 What happens when you have to build an entire fire department from scratch — policies, people, and leadership included? In this episode, I sit down with Lt. Dave Olson of Carroll County Fire and Rescue in Maryland, to
Too many chiefs talk about leadership like it's a slogan on a poster. In this raw Side Alpha Leadership conversation, I sit down with Corley Moore (The Weekly Scrap, Firehouse Vigilance) to rip into what leadership in th
🔥 On this episode of Side Alpha Leadership, I sat down with my good friend Hank Henline to dig into what it really means to lead from the front as a fire service lieutenant. We didn't just talk theory—we got into the re
In this episode, Mike Goldstein and I discuss various aspects of the fire service, including Mike's journey, the importance of passion, mental health, toxic leadership, and the balance between work and family life. we em
In this conversation, David Polikoff and Jason Rivera discuss the challenges and experiences within the fire service, with a focus on recruitment, retention, and training. Jason shares his extensive background in firefig
Summary In this conversation, David Polikoff interviews Raymen Dorival, a seasoned firefighter and lieutenant, discussing his journey from being a firefighter to taking on leadership roles. They explore the challenges of
In this engaging conversation, Dave McGlynn and I explore the multifaceted world of the fire service, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning, mental health awareness, and the innovations in training. They disc
In this engaging conversation, David Polikoff and Joe Grossi share insights from their firefighting careers, focusing on the challenges of urban environments and the importance of effective decision-making. They discuss
I'm thrilled to chat with Mike Nasti, a dedicated fire officer from the Washington metropolitan area in this episode! Join us as we explore Mike's incredible journey in the fire service, highlighting the crucial role of
Summary In this engaging conversation, David Polikoff and Rob Policht discuss the evolution of the fire service, emphasizing the importance of education, critical thinking, and collaboration in training. They explore the
In this episode of Side Alpha Leadership, host David Polikoff speaks with Anthony Rowett, a captain in the Mobile Fire Rescue Department. They discuss Anthony's journey from a volunteer firefighter in New Jersey to his c
This month I had the honor to speak with FDNY Chief John Norman (ret). Take what you learned and pay it forward. Make the fire service better than you found it. Cherish the kitchen table talks and strive to learn somethi
This month I welcome Dr. Shelley Wheeler back to the show. This show is all about making decision on the fire ground. We offer advice to the new officer on making critical decisions with little information. We discussed
This month i talk with Capt. Mike Burkett. Mike is a Captain with the Baltimore City Fire Department assigned to Truck 5 and an instructor with Capitol Fire Training. Mike and I discuss being the Truck boss. Crew expecta
Sleep deprived, anxiety and inflammation ,CBD is helping first responders as well as nurses and doctors cope with the stresses our work hands us. Jon Vought and I discuss the stresses our job has. John is the owner of Re
This month i sit down with Stephanie White. We discuss CBD in the fire service, the kitchen table, keeping a heathy shift and changing the culture by looking at the past. We are firefighters, our job is to go into burnin
Tactical Considerations for Garden Apartment Fires One of the more complex fires we are faced with is fires in garden apartments. This month I welcome back Capt. Bobby Eckert of the Camden New Jersey Fire Department. Bob
This month I ask the questions, why are people reluctant to make decisions? How do we overcome the fear of making a decision on the fireground? what tools can we use to help people to make quick decisions with less than
Corley Moore
Chief · Firehouse Vigilance
1 appearance on this show
Mike Goldstein
education leader and co-author · EZ Dating Coach
1 appearance on this show
Jason Rivera
Team Leader At Cognizant Microsoft Business Group, Organizer of A Monthly User Group And M365 Philly, Author of Building Solutions with The Microsoft Power Platform · Cognizant Microsoft Business Group
1 appearance on this show
Jon Vought
Rescue1CBD
1 appearance on this show
Stephanie White
GTM Enablement Leader and SEC Ambassador · Firefighter Nation
1 appearance on this show
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Side Alpha Leadership is hosted by David Polikoff. The show is categorised under business (management) and has published 73 episodes.
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