The Convergent Impact Leadership Podcast
The Convergent Impact Leadership Podcast
Podcast Description
The Convergent Impact Leadership Podcast explores real leadership stories and strategies to inspire meaningful action and purpose. Hosted by Eric Savickas, a retired US Army Officer and leadership coach with over 30 years of experience, the podcast dives into the challenges and lessons of leadership, particularly in the fire service. Whether you’re a seasoned leader or just starting out, this podcast will help you lead with intent, build trust, and strengthen relationships in your organization. Tune in for insights, interviews, and actionable advice to make a lasting impact.
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The podcast focuses on themes of leadership in high-pressure environments, with episodes covering topics such as trust-building in the fire service, the evolution of firefighter training, and adaptability during crises. Specific episodes include discussions on wildfire preparedness and the critical role of innovation in emergency response.
The Convergent Impact Leadership Podcast explores real leadership stories and strategies to inspire meaningful action and purpose. Hosted by Eric Savickas, a retired US Army Officer and leadership coach with over 30 years of experience, the podcast dives into the challenges and lessons of leadership, particularly in the fire service. Whether you’re a seasoned leader or just starting out, this podcast will help you lead with intent, build trust, and strengthen relationships in your organization. Tune in for insights, interviews, and actionable advice to make a lasting impact.
In this episode of the Convergent Impact Leadership Podcast, Chief Mike Scott shares his leadership journey from junior explorer to Assistant Chief of Operations and Training at Grand Fire—and now, President of the Colorado Fire Training Officers Association.
With more than 25 years in fire and EMS, Chief Scott reflects on how humility, collaboration, and a passion for training have shaped his leadership approach. From his time as Colorado’s State Training Director during the height of COVID to his current work advancing fire service training statewide, this conversation is packed with hard-earned insights for leaders at every level.
🔥 Tune in to hear:
✅ Why humility is one of Chief Scott’s most powerful leadership tools
✅ His take on confidence vs. arrogance—and the line between them
✅ What he’s learned from working in rural, suburban, and state-level roles
✅ His vision for collaboration, growth, and the future of training in Colorado
Whether you’re a training officer, a company officer, or preparing for your next step, this episode offers practical wisdom and a powerful reminder that leadership is about people, not position.
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