In this episode of Project Command, we tackle a wide range of questions that fire service leaders have to deal with every day: How should we think about staffing models, major capital purchases,…
In this Q&A episode of Project Command, we tackle some of the biggest questions facing the modern fire service. What can we learn from projects that failed, and what can those failures teach us about…
Firefighters are often promoted because they excel operationally, but success in administration requires an entirely different set of skills. Budgeting, procurement, program management, technology,…
With so many powerful AI platforms available, which one is actually the best? In this episode of Project Command, I compare four of the biggest AI platforms: ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Grok. I share…
In this episode of Project Command I sit down with Deputy Chief Eric Linnenburger for a candid conversation about the leap from operations to administration and everything that comes with it. We talk…
On this episode of Project Command, we sit down with Fire Chief Brian Marcos from Smyrna, Georgia for a deep dive into what it really takes to bring project management into the fire service. Chief…
In this episode of Project Command, we talk about ending projects the right way. A well-done project closeout report does more than mark the finish line. It captures valuable lessons that strengthen…
Putting new equipment in service in the fire department takes more than just dropping it off at the firehouse. In this episode of Project Command, we break down how to deploy equipment the right way,…
In this episode of Project Command, we uncover three game-changing concepts that can turbo-charge your projects. Learn how the Pareto Principle helps you focus on what really matters, how Parkinson's…
In this episode of Project Command, we're talking all about the scope — what it is, why it matters, and how to define it clearly from the start. We'll break down the key components of a strong scope…