By Dennis Compton

This book focuses on supervisory, leadership, and management needs important to the success of fire officers of all ranks, and within all types of departments. Its purpose is to provide leaders with information, skills, and behaviors they will need to navigate challenges and excel in their positions. The book contains three Sections: A) Enhancing Employee Relations; B) Personal and Organizational Development; and C) Creating a Prepared, Focused, Empowered, and Safe Workforce. All three Sections are full of critical information that will result in more effective lieutenants, captains, and chief officers. This book also works well as a resource in officer or leadership classes and is an excellent reference for use in fire officer promotional processes.