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Project Command Q&A: Failed Projects, Retention, AI Safety & Promotions

Project Command··21 September 2026·40 min

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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 planning, leadership, communication, and execution? We also look at firefighter retention and what the data actually tells us about why firefighters stay, why they leave, and what fire departments can do about it. The conversation also takes a look at recent safety concerns surrounding artificial intelligence and the importance of understanding both the opportunities and risks that come with rapidly evolving technology. Finally, we ask a difficult question for the fire service: Are we promoting the right people?