Fire Careers
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As veteran crews retire, the next wave is looking for mentorship, so stop blaming and start training
Areas of focus included reproductive health, hydration, fitness and optimal performance
Bassi, who serves as CEO for the Center for Public Safety Excellence, shares the power of department accreditation and personal credentials, plus ‘AI for newbies’
Detailing the factors that create division between upper and lower management – and how we can learn to balance diverse perspectives and competing priorities
The book that changed my career trajectory, my first-year chief plan, and lessons on relationship-building
Before she could even speak the language after immigrating to America, the wife of the junior Pennsylvania senator dreamed of joining the fire service
Empower and optimize your department’s team by selecting quality members, providing thorough training and future planning to avoid burnout
We can gain more influence by becoming a productive follower than a resistant one
Encouraged to join the department by a group she now leads, Wilson hopes to elevate the role of diversity in hiring practices
Reflecting on my time as chief and the honor of being the IAFC’s 2022 Volunteer Fire Chief of the Year
Has the deeply rooted tradition of stifling emotional vulnerability led to the disproportionate number of suicides among men?
Create an experience people want to be a part of and share community impact to inspire potential members
Understanding how to relate with others can shift the tone of an interaction, help build relationships in your community and improve the impact of your agency