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.
City Administrator Michael Jordan proposed bending policy to grant Reginald Freeman a police-only housing bonus, boosting his offer to nearly $260K
Training proved critical when a Castle Rock firefighter fell through the floor at a house fire
The incident has reignited debate over department directives and personal beliefs
FDNY Chief of Department John Esposito and other commanders went to the Palisades and Eaton fireground to speak with firefighters and bring back information to use in the city
The investigation into alleged discrimination at Kansas City Fire Department ends, leaving questions about findings and timing under the Trump administration’s second term
Ditch the “I’ll get to that later” mindset
Many new chiefs and fire officers struggle to find the right balance between micromanaging and letting go
Every department needs different viewpoints to grow and thrive, even if that means having to manage constant dissenters
Gilbert Fire & Rescue’s use of an electric fire engine, robot and drone highlights the importance of safe and effective operations
Yakima County officials work to improve quality mental health resources and support for first responders and deal with stigmas
The newest state-of-the-industry survey spotlights aggressive fireground tactics and fire service safety culture
We tout our cancer prevention measures but then take turnout gear into schools, place weight rooms in engine bays and puff on cigars outside the station
The letter, which is signed only “Retired and Active LAFD Chief Officers,” recommends that the chief tender her resignation
Unraveling the mysteries of the hit show from Apple+ for lessons on situational awareness, resiliency and leadership
A program from the National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership shared lessons and values for a culture of leadership with Henderson firefighters
Learn to employ smart political tactics while working toward the greater good
A looming $2 trillion budget reduction means we will need to preserve funding streams where we can
Fire officials chose not to keep firefighters on duty and pre-deploy extra engine companies despite the weather forecast and increasing winds
Plus, tips for managing your mental health amid negative social media comments
Mayor Karen Bass returned from a trip to Ghana to face criticism about wildfire resources and dissension from the fire chief
Some firefighters simply don’t take training seriously – and that’s a serious problem
To expand our perspective, we must look outside our insular ideas and accept that we may not have all the answers
Using this word tells every woman who serves in this beloved profession that she doesn’t belong – and signals to young girls that they shouldn’t join
Keys to resilient leadership
Plus, Los Angeles city and county fire chiefs address challenges facing crews
How to navigate entrenched bad habits and new deviant behaviors among members
It’s how we handle the day-to-day, person-to-person interactions that makes us who we are
“I think it’s just part of the culture for first responders,” the Overland Park Fire Department PIO said about the act of kindness
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass faces a critical test of her leadership as her city endures its greatest crisis in decades
The new year marks an opportunity to reflect on your accomplishments and goals ahead
Simple steps to get your own program off the ground
Delray Beach officials released the apartment fire dispatch audio and the 911 calls from when a ladder truck was struck by a Brightline passenger train
Los Angeles and Los Angeles County fire chiefs said they do not have the staffing and are stretched to their maximum limits battling the devastating wildfires
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