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Growing Future Leaders Now that we have progressed into being respected leaders in our organization, we must look to leave a legacy behind. After reading this series, you have all learned that I am a big fan of John C. Maxwell. One of my favorite quotes from Maxwell is “you’ve...

In part 3 we discussed the four areas that must be addressed when moving into a leadership position. Now that you have moved into the position, you have to step up and be the leader your team wants and needs. Firefighters need good leaders. It is now up to you to be that leader....

  In part 2 we discussed the three pillars for building the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to become a leader. Today we will look at four areas of importance when taking on a leadership role. Once the aspiring leader has addressed these areas, the next step is...

Becoming a Leader Before you can lead, you must follow. This is, perhaps, one of the most important aspects of becoming a leader. Leadership is a learning process, meaning increased proficiency in leadership can be developed. As a young firefighter with aspirations of becoming a...

I believe fire service leadership is a continuous process that can be broken into four distinct steps. These steps are represented in what I call the “Fire Service Leadership Continuum.” The Four Steps #1 – Becoming A Leader This is the step that is the...

Throughout my career, I have been exposed to the acronym LDRSHIP over and over.  This is the acronym for the seven core Army values. These seven values were plastered on the walls of every Army firehouse I have ever served in, and I am forever grateful for that.  Seeing these...