In the demanding world of public safety, leadership is more than a position—it's a calling. Resilience Beyond Duty offers a powerful and practical guide for leaders seeking to inspire, serve, and make a lasting impact.
Drawing from his renowned podcast, The Chief Exchange, Alec Wons distills the collective wisdom of the world's finest public safety professionals into 153 actionable lessons. Each bite-sized insight is designed to fit seamlessly into the fast-paced lives of public safety professionals, offering guidance and inspiration when it’s needed most.
From embracing servant leadership and fostering team resilience to navigating change with integrity, Resilience Beyond Duty provides tools and principles that transcend industries. Whether you’re leading a department, mentoring future leaders, or simply striving for personal growth, this book equips you to tackle challenges with grace and purpose.
This essential resource is endorsed by leaders across the fire service and law enforcement:
- "Carefully crafted into bite-size chunks of life-changing wisdom, Wons’ Resilience Beyond Duty is an engaging and enlightening guide to successful leadership in the world of first responders." — Brian Fennessy, Fire Chief, Orange County Fire Authority, CA
- "Alec succinctly summarizes key leadership insights... inspiring for both current and future leaders." — Jack Cauley, Police Chief, Castle Rock Police Department, CO
- "Rarely do we find such a rich compilation of wisdom in one direct, digestible package." — Heather Marques, Division Chief, Alameda County Fire Department, CA
- "A treasure trove of bite-sized lessons... perfect for leaders at all levels." — Doreen Jokerst, Police Chief, Overland Park Police Department, KS
- "Any Chief would benefit from having these very digestible bites of leadership knowledge on their daily calendar to keep aligned with leadership tenets, share with their team, or ideally both!" — David Norris, Police Chief, Menlo Park Police Department, CA
- "Reads like a leadership holy book... powerful and transformative." — Dave Robertson, Fire Chief, Fort Frances Fire Department, Canada
- "This book is more than a collection of lessons—it's an invitation to lead with purpose and leave a legacy that inspires others.” — Dr. Reginald Freeman, Executive Director of Fire and EMS, NEOM
More than a book, Resilience Beyond Duty is a blueprint for building character-driven service and mission-driven culture. Take the first step toward leading with intention, giving back to public safety, and leaving a legacy of resilience and excellence.
100% of the proceeds from this book will be donated back to public safety departments, ensuring its impact continues to uplift those who serve.
