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EPISODE · Feb 6, 2026 · 22 MIN

The First 60 Seconds: How Elite Leaders Read a Crisis Scene

from Leadership in the Line of Fire | Leadership Lessons from Firefighting for Business & Life · host Brad Hauck

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Brad discusses how quick decision-making in firefighting translates to effective business leadership. Using fire ground scenarios, Brad shares five crucial questions that help leaders manage crises in both fires and business settings. Learn to read visible signs, understand the bigger picture, evaluate external factors, identify hidden dangers, and make rapid decisions to maintain control. Subscribe for more fire ground leadership and business strategies, and grab a free copy of Brad's book 'Run Towards The Flame' at tinyurl.com/firefighterbook. Stay safe and lead well!

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