Tuesday, August 4, 2015

Lead

Leaders are present at all levels of the fire service.  I preach this constantly to our fellow fire service members.

Many of the best ideas, concepts, and methods have been developed and lead, by members who are not the"designated leaders" of their organizations.  This occurs because those individuals  have the COURAGE to to expose themselves and share their idea or vision.  These individuals are also able to lead, because someone along the way has told them it is OK to lead.  

As the "designated leaders" in our organizations it is our responsibility to to EMPOWER and TRUST those individuals who are willing to stick their neck out and lead the charge. As the designated leaders we must to make it a priority to coach, teach, and pass-on all the information possible that you may have picked up throughout your career.  A leader is not judged by what he/she has done while they are present, but what takes place after they are gone.

Create a legacy.  Trust your team, provide an environment for learning, leading and growing.  All our days are numbered in this great career leave your mark by serving those around you!

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