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Many new chiefs and fire officers struggle to find the right balance between micromanaging and letting go
The newest state-of-the-industry survey spotlights aggressive fireground tactics and fire service safety culture
From active firefighter to engaged civilian: It’s time to reflect and move forward
The personal traits that fire service leaders should consider during the hiring and promotional selection process
Six traits and behaviors are common among successful leaders
Probies should be able to demonstrate proficiency with stretching a hoseline, VEIS, masking up, and key policies and procedures
The chiefs Laura Kavanagh demoted had several complaints against them and refused to follow her orders, according to a source
The chief is the third high-ranking member to make the request following Fire Commissioner Laura Kavanagh’s recent demotion of three other chiefs
“We ... hope this exemption helps efforts to attract more volunteers to our fire and ambulance companies, to enable more life-saving work that benefits us all,” a Rensselaer County executive said
The uproar came ahead of a number of promotions scheduled for Tuesday
Bias is much more than diversity, equity and inclusion
Coming to terms with what changes – and why – through the course of promotions and increased responsibilities
When faced with difficult decisions, how do you put your feelings aside and change your attitude to make the right choice?