The focus is on preparing and supporting company officers as leaders. The instructor began his public service and path to learning about leadership as a United States Marine. His objective is to transfer to fire service leaders the experience and knowledge of small-unit leadership in action and the solid understanding of effective leadership he gained in the military and his experiences with leadership in the fire service for almost 23 years. The presentation combines narrative, visual aids, and dialogue as the instructor compares and contrasts the military model for effective small-unit leadership to the needs of the fire service, explains the concept of "ultimate responsibility" as it relates to the fire service, and discusses other aspects of leadership.