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CH. 4 Servant Leadership in Fire and Emergency Services

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What historical event sparked the creation of professional fire and emergency response organizations?

The 1666 London fire

What term was originally used for individuals who dealt with unique fire situations?

Firemen

What is a significant change in the roles of today's firefighters compared to those in the past?

Higher educational requirements

Which ancient civilization invented a water pump related to firefighting?

<p>Egyptians</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of fire and emergency services requires advanced certifications in today's professionals?

<p>Technical rescue</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common educational attainment level among modern fire and emergency services professionals?

<p>Undergraduate and graduate degrees</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key reason why many fire and emergency responders are taking their own lives?

<p>They believe they cannot ask for help</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of fire and emergency services, what has evolved from a blue-collar job to a white-collar career?

<p>Education</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about the leadership role in managing day-to-day operations in fire and emergency services organizations?

<p>It is straightforward, following clear-cut directives</p> Signup and view all the answers

What contributes to many fire and emergency responders feeling invincible and emotionally healthy despite the psychological impact of their work?

<p>Their training and bravery</p> Signup and view all the answers

What drives the belief that fire and emergency responders cannot ask for help, ultimately contributing to issues like mental health challenges?

<p>The 'macho' mythology of the profession</p> Signup and view all the answers

What makes the leadership role in managing day-to-day operations different from on-scene emergency management in fire and emergency services?

<p>Having straightforward tasks with clear directives</p> Signup and view all the answers

What contributes to the misconception that fire and emergency responders are unaffected by the psychological impact of their work?

<p>&quot;Masculine mythology&quot; associated with the profession</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main challenge faced by fire and emergency services leaders in balancing their roles?

<p>&quot;Shop-floor culture&quot; affecting leadership practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do many fire and emergency responders feel invincible despite facing psychological blow back?

<p>As a result of avoiding acknowledging psychological effects</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic of fire and emergency responders contributes to the belief that they are seemingly fearless?

<p>Macho and unaffected demeanor</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the core difference between transformational leadership and servant leadership?

<p>The desire to lead vs. the desire to serve</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which construct of servant leadership is specifically mentioned as being vital for the fire and emergency services?

<p>Empowerment</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does the author suggest that literature about leadership practices has long ignored the fire and emergency services?

<p>A focus on administrative functions instead of leadership</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the author mention as the primary driving force for people choosing a career in the fire and emergency services?

<p>Desire to serve</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term is used to refer to a model built systematically from other ideas in academia?

<p>Construct</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what sense is "construct" used in the context of this text?

<p>As a noun referring to a model built systematically from other ideas</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Dr. Kathleen Patterson's research, what is the final construct that flows from the seven constructs specific to servant leadership?

<p>Service</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the author highlight as the main goal of bringing together a leadership approach for fire and emergency services?

<p>To empower people and build community within the organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Patterson argue that servant leadership extends beyond transformational leadership?

<p>By demanding its own set of parameters based on service motives</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the author suggest is needed for true empirical research and understanding in servant leadership?

<p>Concrete concepts specific to servant leadership</p> Signup and view all the answers

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