Lead with Purpose

Lead with Purpose
Podcast Description
Welcome to Lead with Purpose with Dr. Janell Gibson.
In this podcast, we explore real stories and engaging conversations with leaders across education, business, and beyond. Each episode offers practical takeaways to help you lead with clarity, empathy, and purpose—no matter where you are in your journey.
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on leadership, education, and practical applications in various fields with episodes that explore themes like fire safety leadership, crisis management, and the importance of teaching future leaders in specialized programs. Examples include discussions on confidence under pressure and innovative educational programs in emergency services.

Welcome to Lead with Purpose with Dr. Janell Gibson.
In this podcast, we explore real stories and engaging conversations with leaders across education, business, and beyond. Each episode offers practical takeaways to help you lead with clarity, empathy, and purpose—no matter where you are in your journey.
In this premiere episode of Lead with Purpose with Dr. Janell Gibson, we dive into the world of fire safety, leadership, and education with a true expert in the field: Chief Keith Padgett, the Fire and Emergency Medical Services Academic Program Director at Columbia Southern University.
With over 45 years of experience in the fire service, Chief Padgett brings valuable insight on staying confident under pressure, enhancing fire prevention efforts nationwide, and preparing future leaders through education.
He shares his leadership journey, lessons learned in high-stakes environments, and a behind-the-scenes look at CSU’s groundbreaking new program, the Doctor of Fire Integrated Research (DFIR).
Whether you’re in emergency services, higher education, or simply passionate about purposeful leadership, this episode is full of practical wisdom and inspiration.
🎧 Tune in as we discuss:
• A defining moment in Chief Padgett’s leadership journey
• How to lead confidently in crisis
• Why fire safety education is more important than ever
• How CSU’s new DFIR program is shaping the future of the field
• Lessons learned from decades of service
Thank you for joining us on Lead with Purpose.

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