Fire Careers
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I am not a machine; I am a simple person who signed on to do a job, and have done it well
Change isn’t always a comfortable process, but it’s essential in order to stay relevant – and safe
Today, most agencies have reduced or eliminated pensions; that means it’s on you to financially plan for retirement
Show your gratitude to those who serve on the front lines of your community
Seeing the brave first responders on Sept. 11, 2001, showed me what I wanted to be when I grew up
Turning turn traumatic memories into hope and action to make a difference
Chief Freddie LaFemina recalls the unimaginable scene at Ground Zero and the relentless work to find his brother firefighters
The former CAL FIRE chief of fire protection shares stories from her unique path from seasonal firefighter to fire chief and beyond
A panel on suicide awareness in the fire service highlights mental health challenges, risk factors, and resources for firefighters
A devastating MS diagnosis ultimately helped me be a champion of resilience and growth
Both extrinsic and intrinsic motivation are critical for keeping team members involved and prepared for the challenges they face