Positive outlooks and attitude will carry you far
“In every person who comes near you, look for what is good and strong; honor that; try to imitate it, and your faults will drop off like dead leaves when their time comes.”. – John Ruskins Through...
View ArticleAnother life lesson
Today I was reminded that the most emotionally complex sound is that of a bagpipe at a firefighter’s funeral. Even the most hardened veteran will feel the swelling of tears. In the midst of such an...
View ArticleFacing adversity
Today is definitely in the top ten of worst days in my life, a day that no firefighter wants to face. For a breed of person that often finds themselves fighting the odds and yet are unwilling or...
View ArticleBuilding Loyalty and Respect
I recently had a request to write an article on building crew loyalty and respect. From the standpoint of an established officer with a proven history, this concept isn’t very difficult however; being...
View ArticleThoughts on trade theory and the fire service.
While studying for my International Business class, I began to look at globalization and trade theories which attempt to explain the best practice for making the most while lowering cost. Throughout...
View ArticleReposting of: A Wake-Up Call by Chief Dennis L. Rubin
Last year, when I began this site, I opened with a reflection of the year and stated that I wanted to make a difference in our career field. While I understood this process would not be instantaneous,...
View ArticleWhat kind of link are you?
Imagine your department as a chain, starting at the top with a well anchored fire chief and working its way down one link at a time. This analogy isn’t too far from the truth when looking at most...
View ArticleValue of Self-Reflection
When evaluating the gambit of skills needed to be a successful officer, there is one that is perhaps the most valuable and yet hardest to develop. I am referring to self-reflection, which in itself...
View ArticleHow prepared are you?
I know it has been a while since my last post, but a newborn and final semester of a graduate program are fairly demanding. I apologize and look forward to getting things back on track in the next...
View ArticleIs Your Training Balanced?
It is getting to be that time of year. I don’t mean summertime; I am talking about conference time. Thousands converged on Indianapolis about a month ago, the South Carolina Firefighters Conference in...
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