Anthony Kastros, a 33-year fire service veteran and founder of Trainfirefighters.com, shares insights from his extensive career. He highlights the importance of assertiveness and leadership in firefighting, alongside the need for resilience shaped by personal tragedies. Kastros stresses reviving direct knowledge sharing, bridging leadership gaps in training, and enhancing accountability through video feedback. He also discusses evolving challenges and mental health in the field, advocating for strong, authentic leadership to improve team dynamics.