Servant leadership is more than just supporting your team. It’s about empowering them to take ownership of their roles, make decisions, and contribute new ideas. By giving your employees the tools and ...

What is the purpose of a leader? Should a leader set direction, decide strategy, and tell others what to do, or should a leader be a facilitator, helping the group to achieve shared goals? Most of us ...

Firefighter engagement is crucial for the effectiveness and well-being of fire service teams, yet many departments struggle with low levels of motivation and involvement. Diminished firefighter ...

In 2015, I transitioned to fire chief of the McKeesport, PA, Fire Department. I had ideas to move the department forward but quickly realized that I lacked the tools to implement them effectively. Yes ...

Leading change is never easy. It requires the courage to disrupt the status quo and the wisdom to guide your team through uncharted waters. However, not every leader is a good change leader. According ...

Management positions are no longer the stuff of dreams. Is it because we were misled about what they really entail? I explored this in a recent paper in Organizational Dynamics, suggesting that maybe ...

The U.S. Army Medical Materiel Development Activity (USAMMDA) is an integral component of the Department of Defense’s medical readiness enterprise. A key to USAMMDA’s success as the DoD’s premier ...

Servant leadership doesn’t just create short-term wins. It leads to long-term, sustainable growth for both your team and your organization. By focusing on empowering employees, building trust, and ...