Leadership

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  • May 16, 2013
    Commentary

    Chief of the Year Awards present opportunities to share good news

    Bad news spreads faster than good news — and thanks to social media, it spreads in nano seconds. Whether a fire chief is accused of altering drug prescriptions, driving teens to prom on a fire truck or failing to perform during crisis response, millions know about it in the blink of an eye. But the fire and emergency service also is filled with good news and inspirational stories that I wish more people heard....More
  • May 16, 2013
    Commentary

    No-confidence vote in Boston fire chief shows cultural divide 2

    Is it better to promote within to meet the cultural demands of a fire department, or should cities feel free to bring in outside people for new ideas?...More
  • May 16, 2013
    Commentary

    Successful succession is no accident

    Business literature has numerous examples of successful businesses built on the model of visionary chief executive officer who drove the organization to high performance but neglected succession as part of his or her vision and responsibilities. These companies often floundered if not outright failed....More
  • May 9, 2013
    Commentary

    Wish you were here

    A sea of navy-and-gold uniforms filled the lobby of the Washington Hilton. Fire chiefs and officers gathered small groups to prepare for their meetings on the Hill with congressional leaders. There was an amazing buzz, as chiefs checked their notes and schedules before departing in taxis or shuttles....More

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