IN THE BLACK – Series Introduction

Most leadership advice is written for perfect conditions.This series is not. IN THE BLACK explores leadership when visibility is limited, information is incomplete, and pressure is unavoidable. Hosted by David Burnell—U.S. Air Force veteran, rescue professional, and leadership instructor—this series draws from real-world experience in disaster zones, high-risk operational environments, and business leadership under stress. The phrase In the Black carries two meanings. In business, it represents profitability and sustainability. In rescue and operational work, it means operating with zero visibility—moving forward when the future cannot be seen, and certainty does n...