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We sit down with Captain Jared Vermeulen of Boca Raton Fire Rescue to unpack critical components of effective leadership and management within the fire service. Captain Vermeulen shares insights from his book, The Modern Fire Officer, offering a roadmap for cultivating a thriving, supportive environment for both fire officers and their teams.
Join us for an enlightening conversation that provides practical, actionable insights for fire officers striving to lead with integrity, support their teams, and excel in their roles.
In this timely episode, we sit down with Captain Jared Vermeulen of Boca Raton Fire Rescue to unpack the critical components of effective leadership and management within the fire service. Captain Vermeulen shares insights from his book, The Modern Fire Officer, offering a roadmap for cultivating a thriving, supportive environment for both fire officers and their teams.
By viewing his crew as an extended family and himself as a guiding parent, Jared adopts a unique approach to leadership that emphasizes empathy, accountability, and open communication. Furthermore, we explore the crucial link between customer service and mental health in the fire service. Captain Vermeulen discusses the vital role officers play in safeguarding the mental well-being of their teams. Finally, we address the generational divide within fire departments and the power of mentorship as a bridging tool. Join us for an enlightening conversation that provides practical, actionable insights for fire officers striving to lead with integrity, support their teams, and excel in their roles.
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