Reviews (9)
The best book on leadership I've ever read
Outstanding! I absolutely loved the authors fourteen leadership values as presented in this book. Explanation of each value is backed up with a story reflecting how he learned or applied it. I only wish that I had this book as I rose through the ranks of the fire service. I would have read it over and over again, especially after each promotion. The introspections at the end of each chapter (Value) can be used by budding leaders as benchmarks of where they really stand. Highly recommended for aspiring leaders or those who simply like to read about how a super effective fire chief and tremendous leader developed his skills. Bob Marchisello
Must Read!
This book should be a required read for any current or aspiring officer in the fire service, but is beneficial to any leader in general out there. Chief Appleby’s book does something that many others don’t: it forces you to evaluate yourself and how good of a leader you are. I had the privilege of being one of Chief Appleby’s students at Neumann University and this book is a direct extension of the lessons taught in that class. Buy it now, and grab a copy for a buddy too, I promise you it will be worth every penny.
A must for Fire Service Leaders
I'm proud to call Gary Appleby a mentor and friend. I've learned more about leadership from Chief Appleby than any other single source. It's great that he has final put his wisdom into print. A must for Fire Service Leaders...you won't be disappointed!
Simple, insightful, and direct
Having had the honor of working with Chief Appleby a number of times, I've long known of his integrity, empathy and service. The photo I posted was made because of his level of trust for me. The book is a glimpse into the processes of a devoted and highly respected chief. The names, not surprisingly, are of other excellent Philadelphia Fire Department leaders whom I have either known or heard of. This is a book I will reference and recommend for a long time.
A fantastic read.
Great read. Well written. It was hard to put down. Insightful and honest look at the fire service. I highly enjoyed it.
Must read for Fire Officers
Great book. Great author. Covers the truly forgotten aspects of leadership.
Must have for leaders and aspiring future leaders
One of the best leadership books from one of the more humble men of the US Fire Service.
Good Read
Another good read from a Philly Chief...
Excellent Leadership Book
The writer presented real-life leadership values that will work for any person is a leadership role.
