The One Where We Try to Save a Parrot: The fire department earns community trust whenever we show up—especially for creatures great & small. Customer Service ~ 3 days ago View More
The Rehearsal: Why fire service leaders should practice before they speak. Career ~ 3 weeks ago View More
The Great Divide: Our sameness should unify us, but institutionalized differences tear us apart. Battalion-Level Leadership ~ 2 months ago View More
Ask the Chiefs: If You Could Go Back to Your First Day as a Chief Officer, What Advice Would You Give Yourself? Career ~ 2 months ago View More
A Safe Place to Crash & Learn: Training sessions should provide a judgment-free space to make mistakes. Leadership ~ 2 months ago View More
Passing the Torch: Why Perspective Still Matters in the Fire Service Leadership ~ 3 months ago View More
Born Again: A firefighter’s act of goodwill resurrects a beloved family member & breathes new life into the department’s reputation. Customer Service ~ 3 months ago View More
Egos Eat Brains—and Sometimes Pizza: Nothing good happens when bosses choose ego-driven pride over compassion, fairness & empathy. Career ~ 3 months ago View More
There’s Something Hiding in the Knee Wall: A tale of fire, fear & a phantom captain shines a light on the power of leading by example. Leadership ~ 3 months ago View More