Fire Careers
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Using this word tells every woman who serves in this beloved profession that she doesn’t belong – and signals to young girls that they shouldn’t join
It’s how we handle the day-to-day, person-to-person interactions that makes us who we are
The new year marks an opportunity to reflect on your accomplishments and goals ahead
Your goal should be more than inspecting uniforms and taking attendance; go beyond assigning riding positions and passing along department-required information
What are you to doing to enhance situational awareness and reduce multitasking in a world increasingly consumed with distraction?
Grit – an attitude of determination to never give up – is a key predictor of long-term success
The Stockton City Council voted unanimously last week to accept a $4.8 million grant to hire nine full-time firefighters, and a nearly $1.2 million grant to purchase the truck
Factors to consider when deciding when “enough is enough” – and how to foster a smooth transition
Forge a solid foundation now to avoid the awkward buddy-to-boss transitions down the road
Leaders must focus on consistency, fairness and support
Optimism is less a personality trait and more a strategy for how to deal with outside events – and strategies can be learned
It’s vital to make decisions rooted in doing what’s right for our organizations to prevent negativity from spreading
Redemption and advancement are possible; you just have to see yourself as the solution