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Moving into a leadership role can be an exhilarating and proud moment; it can also be a daunting one. No matter whether you’re paid or volunteer, working for a department large or small, all new leaders face similar career development opportunities and administrative challenges. To be a successful new leader, you will need to identify the support systems, processes and tools to maximize the opportunities and clear the hurdles.

FireRescue1’s Fire Leader Playbook is one such tool to increase your effectiveness as a new leader, helping enhance your leadership KSAs, develop trust among your crewmembers, and build your confidence. The Playbook offers a wealth of resources, as you grow into your position of authority and move beyond basic management and supervision skills to lead and inspire with integrity and passion.

LEADERSHIP IN FOCUS
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From the ABCDE Method to “mind maps,” various tools can help you achieve your personal and professional goals
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Reflecting on lessons learned from my time as a battalion chief
For people to be able to see themselves in the future, they must first be willing to let go of the past
“How many times does it take for a chief to hear near-misses before they recognize there’s a systemic problem?”
Simple yet important lessons for taking on this vital role
Even as relationships change throughout our careers, we must always focus on building trust and demonstrating character