Navigating politics and budgets during trying times

Fire Chief Marc Bashoor speaks with Baltimore City Chief Niles Ford about how fire service leaders can manage political and financial challenges in the modern era

In this episode of FireRescue1's Side Alpha podcast, host Marc Bashoor speaks with Baltimore City Fire Chief Niles Ford about the unique challenges facing fire chiefs in the modern era, from COVID-19 to civil unrest, and how leaders can best navigate the challenges of politics and budgets during such unique times.

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Leadership is essential in all facets of fire and rescue operations, from making critical time-sensitive decisions at the command post to developing the strategic vision for a fire department or district.

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Side Alpha on FireRescue1 podcast is hosted by Chief Marc Bashoor, Executive Editor of FireRescue1.com and FireChief.com. Chief Bashoor tackles the state of the fire service and pressing issues facing firefighters and fire departments at all levels.

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