Followership & Leadership, Which Came First

In the 10th episode of the Damn Good Medics podcast, host Mark, along with  new co-host Chiyo (Lee also joins later) and guest Dustin Yates Wingate, explore the critical relationship between followership and leadership in the EMS, Public Safety, & HRO communities. They discuss the importance of integrity, empathy, and active participation in followership as foundational elements for effective leadership. The conversation highlights the need for mentorship, the impact of communication, and the significance of loyalty to the mission over individual leaders. Through personal anecdotes and practical insights, this episode emphasizes that true leadership is revealed in challenging situations and that every team member plays a vital role in achieving success. Dustin's Book: Leading When It Counts: Real-World Leadership for First Responders   Burnt Out: A Paramedic's Memoir By Chad Davis Lee's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@accessmedic Dylan's Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/dylan-brabham/499664225