

Tip Of The Spear Leadership Podcast
Michael Nasti
Welcome to the Tip Of The Spear Leadership Podcast. I’m your host Mike Nasti and our goal is to create a movement of strong competent leaders. Our guests will discuss how to lead and flourish by sharing their lessons learned and shared experiencesPlease follow and like on social media.
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Email: tip.of.the.spear.leadership@gmail.com
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Email: tip.of.the.spear.leadership@gmail.com
Episodes
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Apr 17, 2023 • 1h 40min
#14: Experienced Based Leadership And Humility With Captain Danny Dwyer
An in-depth discussion on how ego and humility plays into our daily lives. Moral values and experienced based decision making has ripple effects that stay with you. Danny tells his story and shares his wisdom.
Follow Danny:
Instagram: @ironsboss_44
Email: Tailboard10@gmail.com

Mar 27, 2023 • 57min
#13: Adaptability and Education with Chief Jack Brown Us Army/Us Coastguard ( Ret. )
Adaptability and Fire Service Education
Jack Brown:
40 Year Fire Service Career
33 Year Decorated Military Career
Staff Sergeant (Army)
Chief Warrant Officer (Coastguard)
Company Officer ( Fairfax Fd Va.)
Chief Officer (Fairfax Fd Va.)
“ A Pair of epaulets doesn’t make you a great leader, Take Care of your people “

Mar 24, 2023 • 1h 16min
#12: Mentorship’s Life Long Lessons with SSgt. Mike Nichols (USMC).
Coaching, leadership, and Mentorship the Marine Corp Way with Ssgt Mike Nichols (USMC).
Leadership challenges
Tenacity and never giving up
Difficult decisions and moral imperative
Long lasting effects a leader and mentor can have
Transitioning from military to civilian life
Website:
http://www.ssgtnichols.com
Tik Tok , YouTube, and Instagram:
@ssgtnichols
F45:
https://f45training.com
Mike’s Books and Resource List:
http://www.ssgtnichols.com/ssgtnicholsmilitary.html
Dark Dawn Movie:
I’ve been on base all day…I’ll try and send all links but social media is:
@ssgtnichols
Movie
www.DarkDawnMovie.com
Black Friday - Prepare For Enlisted Boot Camp https://a.co/d/3UY8T4W
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Mar 20, 2023 • 58min
#11: Relatability And Leadership Basics With Lt Tim Klett FDNY (Retired)
31+ Years Fire Service Leader
Episode topics cover:
Being decisive
Making unpopular decisions
Importance of Operational discipline
Building / rebuilding trust and respect
Contact information:
Tim’s Email: eng88tk@gmail.com
Tim’s Book “ Stretching and Operating the First Line “ : https://a.co/d/cn72EYL
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Mar 10, 2023 • 1h 24min
#10: “It’s Always About Leadership” with Chief Dennis Rubin
Dennis L. Rubin’s fire & rescue experience spans more than 35 years. Rubin has served as a line firefighter/EMT, company officer, staff officer, command officer, and chief of the department in both Atlanta, Georgia and Washington, DC
Twitter: @ChiefRubin
Email: ChiefRubin@me.com
Book Link: https://fireengineeringbooks.com/its-always-about-leadership/
As Mentioned, may Firefighter Steven Solomon continue rest in piece and his legacy live on
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Mar 3, 2023 • 1h 6min
#9: Resilience and Mental Health with Stephanie White
Stephanie White is a 19-year veteran of the fire service, and has spent the past 17 years as a professional firefighter/paramedic in a. metropolitan fire department. Throughout her career, she has been actively involved in. firefighter health and safety as a personal
trainer, cancer awareness educator, and a trained mental health peer. Stephanie is also an accomplished contributor with Fire Engineering Magazine
Instagram Podcast: @thefiveaftermidnightpodcast
If you or someone you know is in immediate need of help, the following hotlines assist first responders and their families:
Safe Call Now: Call 1-206-459-3020 for a 24/7 hotline staffed by first responders.
Fire/EMS Helpline: Call 1-888-731-3473 to reach this help line run by the National Volunteer Fire Council.
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Feb 27, 2023 • 1h 18min
#8: Difficult Decision Making, Pride and Ownership with Chief Rick Lasky
Great Leaders Make Difficult Decisions
Pride and ownership
Company officer program / leadership
Buddy vs boss
Chief Lasky Contact
Website: https://www.chieflasky.com
Instagram: @chieflasky
Email: chieflasky@gmail.com
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Feb 23, 2023 • 2h 15min
#7: Command Philosophy and The Moral Imperative Of Leadership With Lt Jason Brezler FDNY/USMC
Command philosophy and the moral imperative of leadership with Lt Jason Brezler FDNY/USMC
Jason Brezler calls upon his extensive operational experience in Iraq, Afghanistan, and New York City as he prepares leaders in high-risk industries to lead and perform at their best physically, mentally, and morally. Prior to becoming a FDNY firefighter and creating the Leadership Under Fire Team, Jason began his career as an officer in the U.S. Marine Corps. He has led Marines on several deployments abroad and was decorated for his combat service while leading combat operations in Fallujah, Iraq and Helmand Province, Afghanistan.
https://leadershipunderfire.com
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Feb 14, 2023 • 1h 9min
#6: Retired Sheriff K9 Handler Todd Smith on Communication Skills
Episode 6: Todd Smith
22 years Law enforcement
K9 Contractor deployed to the Middle East
discuss both verbal and non verbal communication skills,
how communicating is key for good leadership.
Leadership in law enforcement
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@trinitycanineservices
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Feb 10, 2023 • 11min
Unscripted 2: Self Reflections
Totally unscripted look into the first month of Tip of The Spear Leadership. Find us on Instagram: @tip_of_the_spear_leadership
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Tip of the spear leadership: Be Present, Be Yourself, Be Unstoppable