What fire chiefs need to know about navigating fire service politics

In this episode, host Marc Bashoor speaks with Congressional Fire Services Institute Executive Director Bill Webb about important CFSI initiatives

In this episode of FireRescue1's Side Alpha podcast, host Marc Bashoor speaks with Congressional Fire Services Institute Executive Director Bill Webb about important CFSI initiatives and what fire chiefs – and firefighters at all levels – should know about navigating the world of fire service politics.

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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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