A publication dedicated to the well-being of firefighters across North America and beyond.
People love a person in uniform and firefighters are at the top of that list. While most firefighters can start a new relationship with ease, some may lack the knowledge of how to turn it into a more meaningful partnership beyond the initial stage. We focus not only on dating and marriage but also on the relationships that firefighters have with other family members, friends and fellow firefighters.
Where you are on the leadership track, whether just starting out, midway through, or on the back half full of reflection and wisdom, oftentimes will reflect your comfort zone when it comes to dealing with problems. Those just beginning their climb up the ranks may see things narrowly with a straight “wrong or right” attitude when dealing with non-incident problems or station issues.
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Hunt for the good stuff and celebrate it. When firefighters do well, be sure to recognize their achievements. It can be as simple as starting with a simple "Well Done ."
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What’s your view look like? In the fire service, every person has a job or function to perform.
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We ought to think more deeply about what it means to serve. Surely, our communities assume that when we respond to their call, we do so with the same vigor we brought to our initial job interview.
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Leadership many times starts from within then moves to the outside of us all. What will your daily baker’s dozen be as you strive to be the best leader for your department?
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Fire department administrations are crucial for establishing a culture of inclusion, and they are ultimately responsible, but it is not enough to only focus on upper leadership.
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How do you fight negativity among co-workers and why is negativity so contagious? Good news travels fast, but bad news travels at the speed of light through the walls of a firehouse.
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I changed instantly, in the moments of diagnosis, from not only a mother and firefighter but to my own family's caregiver. Routines, work, sleep, and even relationships were disrupted. It was hard to know where to turn for help.
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When greeting new Recruits, one of our Captains will often say, “I am here for We, and We are here for Them”. This quote sets the tone for the Academy and establishes a culture of ownership and teamwork in new Recruits.
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The debate as to which type of individual would be more successful in life will continue without resolution as there is no defined answer.
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