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April 11, 2024
Leadership Reimagined: The Dave Robertson Episode
Welcome to another transformative episode of "Beneath the Helmet," where we delve deep into firefighter wellness, leadership, and personal growth. In episode 45, host Arjuna George engages in a riveting discussion with Chief Dave Robertson, exploring the essence of character-based leadership within the firefighting community.
In This Episode:
Discover the journey of Chief Dave Robertson from a seasoned firefighter to a visionary advocate for character-based leadership.
Unpack the concept of character-based leadership and its pivotal role in shaping the future leaders of the fire service.
Gain insights into innovative recruitment strategies focused on character assessment, aiming to elevate the ethical standards within the firefighting profession.
Learn about character-driven leadership's transformative impact on the fire service culture, fostering a more compassionate, ethical, and unified community.
About Chief Dave Robertson:
Chief Dave Robertson brings a wealth of experience from his tenure in various capacities within the fire service. His current focus is empowering firefighters and leaders through character-based leadership principles at Fire Edge Fire Service Training and Coaching.
Ivey Leader Character Framework: https://www.ivey.uwo.ca/leadership/research-resources/leader-character-framework/
Connect with Chief Dave Robertson:
Email: chief.robertson@fire-edge.com
LinkedIn: Dave Robertson
About the Host
Arjuna George, a retired Fire Chief, is behind "Beneath the Helmet." His passion for discussing crucial topics related to firefighter wellness and leadership has made this podcast a go-to resource for fire service professionals.
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00:00 Igniting Your Soul: The Journey Begins
00:33 Episode 45: Leadership and Career Transitions
01:01 Character-Based Leadership in Firefighting
03:22 Meet Chief Dave Robertson: A Firefighter's Journey
09:57 The Essence of Character-Based Leadership
18:15 Redefining Fire Service Recruitment
28:06 Innovative Interview Techniques for Identifying Character
32:50 Exploring the Merit-Based System in Fire Services
34:24 The Impact of Seniority and Merit in Leadership Roles
36:10 Cultural Shifts and Character-Based Hiring in the Fire Service
38:02 The Benefits of Character-Driven Leadership
41:32 Addressing the Paramilitary Structure in Fire Services
46:09 Character-Based Leadership and Its Implementation
50:41 Resources and Recommendations for Character-Based Leadership
01:00:59 Personal Experiences and the Importance of Support
01:09:16 Concluding Thoughts on Leadership and Character in the Fire Service
Episode 45 Season II
Connect with the Host:
Arjuna George – Fire Chief (ret) Owner of Silver Arrow Coaching and Consulting, Beneath the Helmet Show, and Burnt Around the Edges author.
www.silverarrowco.com
www.burntaroundtheedges.com
www.beneaththehelmet.ca
Dave Robertson S2Ep45
After leaving a career in marketing and advertising, Chief Dave Robertson became a ski instructor in the small mountain town of Lion's Bay, British Columbia, Canada. Wanting to connect with that new community, he joined the volunteer department where he was mentored by Captain Bob Allen, a leading auto extrication expert. Bob Allen mentors him to this day.
He then moved to California, spending most of his 25-year fire career there, from busy urban systems to wildland to rural/semi-rural. Following his passion for teaching, he accepted a position back in Canada as a Deputy Chief of Training.
Throughout, he has been fueled by a deep and sincere passion to make the fire service better by pressing the fire service forward on character-based leadership, changing hiring practices away from outdated interview constructs, and the critical need to ensure every department has training as part of their core mission and culture.
He would like his legacy to be one that had him known as an eager and joyful participant in initiatives that help make firefighters smarter, safer, and in the end, better at their jobs.
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