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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.

What you do, how you act and the relationships you build now matter down the road, so get out of your comfort zone, put in the work and enjoy the ride
LEADERSHIP IN FOCUS
Finding a supervisory style rooted in authenticity creates an environment of trust and common ground
It’s time to standardize your second-alarm assignment for the benefit of your citizens, not just who you want to respond with
A recent FireRescue1 poll raises questions about the tactic taken by firefighters
Traditional methods of supervision are evolving to align with the needs of firefighters of all ages
You cannot make the right decision if you are addressing the wrong issue
The Anne Arundel County chief considers whether stereotypes of generations hold true or whether they are used as a crutch for poor leadership
The CEOs discuss how the organization is working to help recruit and retain volunteer members, and celebrate the NVFC’s milestone anniversary
Officers must acknowledge generational differences and develop common goals for team members
Facing the reality of diverging leadership styles – and evolving your leadership style with the times
Successful volunteer firefighter supervision is rooted in clear expectations, decisions rooted in policy, and interpersonal relationships