Listen "How to Lead When the Stakes Are Life or Death | Houston Park"
Episode Synopsis
Leading in the midst of chaos, when lives hang in the balance, is a challenge few can master. And no one knows this better than our guest on the Prevention Pioneers podcast this week, the amazing Houston Park.Houston is a true leader in the field of crisis management, he has spent decades leading teams through life-and-death situations, from his work as a firefighter and paramedic to his time consulting on disaster preparedness internationally. He’s no stranger to high-pressure moments where every decision matters. In this episode, he opens up about what it really takes to lead when the situation is chaotic and the risks are high. He also talks about his work in tackling the opioid epidemic, where he pioneered a program that combines Narcan with buprenorphine (Suboxone) to treat overdose victims.Leading through chaos isn’t easy, but Houston’s approach highlights how preparation, mental resilience, and strong leadership can help guide teams through even the toughest challenges. His story is about more than just saving lives, it’s about supporting your team through high-stakes situations and preventing burnout.Want to learn more about Houston’s journey?Then don’t miss this episode!Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00)Meet Houston (00:28)How to build resilience (14:13)Houston’s career shift (20:44)Working on the opioid crisis (27:42)Prevention tips from Houston (48:29)Additional Resources:🌱 Book a FREE demo of our preventative mental health platform: https://spirencewellness.com/solutions/ 🌱 Go to https://spirencewellness.com/ and gain access to: 🔹 Extensive content library with courses, live events, and tools🔹 One-on-one coaching & therapy for individuals🔹 Manager wellness & leadership support 🔹 Seamless integration into your existing benefits ecosystem—Prevention Pioneers is a podcast for leaders who are committed to using cutting-edge preventative wellness strategies to shift the narrative of mental health, maximize engagement, and minimize absenteeism.This podcast is hosted by Laura Kunz, the Co-Founder & CGO of Spirence and a passionate mental health advocate. Don’t forget to follow/subscribe so you never miss a new episode!
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