Leadership
Leadership is one of the critical components of a successful crew, fire department and the fire service as a whole. The FireRescue1 Leadership resource page shares a variety of news, original analysis, podcasts and videos to enhance leadership throughout the ranks.
Survey results show how safety shifted from rallying cry to red flag. Here’s how to reframe it to serve the mission
In the Newbern’s first election in six decades, Firefighter Patrick Braxton won 66–26 to end the legal fight that once locked him out of city hall
Veteran wildland firefighters say the unprecedented raid at the Bear Gulch fire undermined trust on the fire line, raising fears that crews could face immigration checks while battling active blazes
Firefighters can apply for second-semester courses, which will take place at the Emmitsburg, Maryland, campus from April to September 2022
Shackleton’s guidance and perseverance under unimaginable conditions can be emulated by all fire officers
Fire service legal expert Curt Varone explains why fire service discipline is so different than discipline in “cubicle world”
Chief Bashoor takes a high-level look at the complex issues of discipline among the ranks
All chiefs must be able to explain the how and why of our budget to our members, citizens, union reps and elected officials
Humans are hard-wired to share stories; we must harness this instinct and use it to better the fire service
Eight principles to ensure self-disciplined progress among your members
The chief shares his experience during his first year in the top spot and details how the department weathered the COVID-19 storm
The reversal came during a raucous meeting as firefighters, town residents and elected officials shouted over one another, bitterly divided over the confirmation
The award recognizes leaders with exemplary impact on the national level in firefighter advocacy and fire prevention, mitigation and response
Factors to consider when deciding when “enough is enough” – and how to foster a smooth transition
Firefighter Bridget Martin, 18, filed complaints against former Delphos Fire Chief Kevin Streets, prompting the investigation
Forge a solid foundation now to avoid the awkward buddy-to-boss transitions down the road
Leaders must focus on consistency, fairness and support
Organizations play an important role in the health and well-being of their individual members – here are 5 ways your department can promote resilience in the ranks
The Pittsburgh chief also addresses the process of improving the department’s ISO rating and how the department has weathered the COVID-19 storm
Optimism is less a personality trait and more a strategy for how to deal with outside events – and strategies can be learned
It’s vital to make decisions rooted in doing what’s right for our organizations to prevent negativity from spreading
LAFD Fire Chief Ralph Terrazas leads a panel discussion about this defining moment for the department
A nearly 250-page report described leadership that needs “immediate intervention” and a lack of on-scene management that lead to firefighter deaths
The decision by Anchorage Fire Chief Doug Schrage drew criticism from the local fire union leaders who raised concerns about public safety
City leaders had hoped to settle the matter in a court of law, but the city’s insurance carrier elected to settle instead
Chief Goldfeder advises a reader who wants to use the EAP system but worries about confidentiality
Redemption and advancement are possible; you just have to see yourself as the solution
Firefighters should set their own goals for success, then department leaders can help them find the best path forward
Captain’s Masts and “badges on the table” discussions can help departments resolve problems and move on
Prosper Fire Chief Stuart Blasingame ultimately changed his mind after meeting with the town manager
As one fire chief said, “Perhaps we should advertise firefighter jobs as a paramedic job, and in small lettering add, ‘You go to an occasional fire’”
Detailing the connection between noise and disease – and what firefighters can do to better protect their hearing
Even after FDNY Firefighter Lee Ielpi’s son was recovered from the World Trade Center rubble, he kept searching – and embarked on a mission to educate
