The world has changed, the fire department has changed, and the firefighters you serve have changed. Fire departments across the world are responding to increasingly difficult emergencies and natural disasters at an unprecedented rate. In order to provide safe and effective emergency responses to our communities, the fire fighters we lead must be a well-trained team with an attitude to match. Don’t get left behind with outdated leadership practices. Grow into an officer that fire fighters respect and build a team second to none.
The Modern Officer will help you to navigate:
- Self-improvement and communication tactics
- Planning for growth and development of your crew
- Creating a healthy fire house environment
- Learning to trust and empower your team
- Dealing with adversity, PTSD, and crisis
- Proper disciplinary techniques
- Honing productive attitudes
Even though The Modern Officer has been developed for the Fire Service, the concepts within its pages hold many insights for leaders of any organization. If you are serious about becoming a true leader, not just a manager, let this book mold you into a truly modern leader!
Binding: Paperback
ISBN: 9798358786219
Publisher: Independently Published
Language: English
Page Count: 147
Publication Date: 1/1/2023
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Jared Vermeulen was born and raised in the blue-collar fishing town of Jupiter, Florida where he still resides. Jared grew up with a background in construction and was originally working towards becoming an industrial design engineer when he was told about the fulfilling career of firefighting. He has not looked back since. Jared finished his technical training and an emergency medical degree with PBCC and was hired with the City of Boca Raton as a firefighter in 2007. He now holds multiple state certifications in technical rescue and hazardous materials mitigation and has been serving as a fire officer for over 10 years. Jared has the privilege and challenge of raising two wild kids with the help of his beautiful and patient wife. On his off time, Jared enjoys everything life has to give from hang gliding, snowboarding, and surfing to hunting alligators. For his next endeavor, Jared plans on making a video series to help those interested in becoming a firefighter find employment and fulfill their dream.
