Latest Past Events

How to Kill Micromanagement: Why Firefighters Stop Trusting Their Officers – Fire-Rescue International

Kansas City Convention Center 301 W 13th Street, Kansas City

Micromanagement is one of the most common — and most damaging — leadership failures in the fire service. It destroys trust, slows crews down, erodes confidence, and quietly drives good firefighters out of the job. Yet most officers who micromanage don’t realize they’re doing it, and most organizations don’t recognize the systems that allow it […]

Leadership Accountability: Leading With Trust, Not Micromanagement – 2026 NFPA Conference and Expo

Mandalay Bay Convention Center 3950 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegaa

Join Alex Zielinski, Deputy Chief & Division Chief for a powerful session on leadership in the fire service. This session will explore: This session equips company officers with essential tools to lead effectively without falling into the trap of micromanagement. Participants will learn how to balance oversight with autonomy, foster trust, and maintain high performance. […]

Alberta Fire Chiefs Association Conference: Leadership Accountability – Leading With Trust, Not Micromanagement

Marseille, Red Deer Resort & Casino 3310 50 Ave, Red Deer

I’m bringing my class – Leadership Accountability: Leading with Trust, Not Micromagement – to the 2026 Alberta Fire Chiefs Association Conference! This class will give current and aspiring company officers, formal and informal leaders, with the tools to lead without falling into the trap of micromanagement. Participants will explore the balance between oversight and autonomy, […]