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.
Firefighters are naturally good problem-solvers but notoriously conflict-averse
As a fire officer, there are times you’ll have to be a referee between firefighters and not properly playing the role will only worsen the conflict
It’s critical that fire officers know how to best mitigate hostilities between members
Chief Goldfeder considers how a department can get back in the good graces of the community after an officer was caught stealing from the fire department -- and the taxpayers
Chief Goldfeder addresses what to do when members of the firehouse don’t necessarily want to show support for a specific organization or cause
Chief Goldfeder underscores the dangers of posting ill-advised comments on social media posting and how much it can jeopardize your career
The confrontation led to a criminal charge against Ogdensburg Mayor Jeffrey M. Skelly
Freeman is making the cross-country move after five years with the Hartford (Conn.) Fire Department
Exploring how fire service leaders can come to peace with the idea that not all volunteers will exhibit the same level of commitment to the department
In “Sailing True North,” Admiral James Stavridis challenges leaders to consider who they admire, then put their virtues into action
Glean key decision-making insights from data based on budget, CAD, incident types, geolocation, weather and policies
Chiefs should be knowledgeable about key community risks and operational deployment data
How to deal with officers who swoop in, squawk at everyone, dump all over and fly off, leaving others to clean up the mess
In a statement, the acting president of the IAFC said Brown was selected for his ability to lead the organization during a time of “transformation challenges”
You KNOW they’ve been drinking, so don’t allow the bystander effect to stop you from protecting them – and others
Tips for first responders serving as a witness in criminal and civil trials
Ask your senators and representative to make Treatment in Place permanent, increase SIREN Act funding, count every EMS provider and extend Medicare add-ons
Buckeye Fire Chief Bob Costello, 62, is remembered as a “true visionary” and earned multiple awards throughout his service
The firefighters blasted the “slap on the wrist” given to a captain who reportedly harassed another firefighter and struck her on the head
Use data to determine the appropriate apparatus for your department – and how staffing and tactics will change
When at a crossroads with the community, digging in is not always the right road if you want the community support in the future
Chiefs Butler, Waldo and Wolford developed the plan to focus on the needs of IAFC members and promote open communication at the association
Too many male firefighters are still not listening, especially when the message is coming from a woman
Rhode Island Firefighter Kevin D. Quinn, a retired deputy chief, will take on the interim role as the council searches for a permanent CEO
Focus on experience, knowledge, delegation and partnerships to drive fire department success
Chief Goldfeder offers advice to firefighters and officers who overhear fellow members making inappropriate comments
Chief Billy Goldfeder helps a new member deal with a lack of guidance and training from more veteran firefighters
New mentoring and coaching initiative uses dynamic technology to support member growth
Some members use positions of authority to simply enhance their egos and financial wellbeing
Focus on teamwork, coping mechanisms and even how not to behave with other members
Past Fire Chief and current Emergency Management Director Mike Myers will oversee changes in financial planning, hiring and non-emergency call diversion
Heather Schafer joined the National Volunteer Fire Council in 1993 and had served as executive director and CEO since 1994
Studying this model can help fire service leaders strengthen their personal process toward affecting cultural change
