“Old-style hierarchy and command-and-control is dead”. You’ve seen that sentiment expressed on LinkedIn, TikTok, and dozens of books. You may have even written about it yourself! In its place, we see approaches like servant leadership and dispersed decision-making hailed as the “right way” to be a leader. The ugly truth Some situations call for clarity, […]
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Adaptability is the New Competitive Advantage: What Firefighters Teach Us
This is the second in a series of articles building on my experiences as a volunteer firefighter nearly 30 years ago. Over time, I’ve seen how the fire service systematically builds critical skills like adaptability – skills that are just as valuable in today’s corporate world. Though centuries old, these core firefighter traits are essential […]