Field Notes
Field Notes
Short essays on leadership — drawn from twenty years on the fireground and the lessons in Forged in Fire. Written for leaders who'd rather think clearly than scroll endlessly.

Brand
Why I Wrote Forged in Fire
A short note on what the book is — and isn't — and who I wrote it for.
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The Conversation You're Avoiding
Silence isn't kind. It's the most expensive leadership choice you can make.
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Leadership
The Fire Reveals What Comfort Never Can
Leadership is rarely built in comfort. It's forged in pressure, tested in uncertainty, and revealed in the moments that matter most.
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