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‘I’ve never been lonely at the top’: Chief John Butler talks team building

‘I’ve never been lonely at the top’: Chief John Butler talks team building

FromBetter Every Shift


‘I’ve never been lonely at the top’: Chief John Butler talks team building

FromBetter Every Shift

ratings:
Length:
62 minutes
Released:
Oct 12, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

IAFC President John Butler – “the chief of chiefs!” – joins Better Every Shift this week, talking all things leadership, including why the adage “It’s lonely at the top” has never applied to him. In addition to his superpower of always seeming calm, cool and collected, the Fairfax County fire chief has a knack for being able to spot talent and knows how to surround himself with passionate people who support the mission and the organization.
Plus, we dig into all this:
IAFC presidency and priorities – “the clock is ticking”
How Butler refuels his energy supply
Realizing we don’t have to solve everything today
Don’t miss the story of firing his brothers!

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Released:
Oct 12, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

FireRescue1’s Better Every Shift Podcast spotlights the passion and perseverance of firefighters. Hosted by Madison, Wisconsin, Firefighter Aaron Zamzow, the show brings kitchen table conversations to the airwaves, always focused on solutions, positivity and the realities of station life. Zamzow and guests tackle myriad hot topics, whether fire service, news or even pop culture-focused, bringing some levity to the often very serious nature of the profession. Dig into what drives firefighters to improve themselves, their crew, even the fire service as a whole. Listen in to get better every day, every call, every shift.