First Responder Wellness

Josh and I have stressed the importance of being physically and mentally fit as you prepare for a career in Emergency Services… A San Diego Area Police Captain has written an excellent book on surviving the emotional challenges of our Read on! →

Failures happen… How you recover matters!

Nobody is perfect.  We all make mistakes and fail on occasion…. Failure is part of the human experience.  Have you ever noticed that some people come back bigger, better, smarter, stronger, etc. after they’ve failed?  That just means that they Read on! →

Enthusiasm… it’s more important than you think!

People that pursue a career in the Fire Service are usually extremely motivated and dedicated.  Many will push through the required education, training, and experience required though a good portion of them may never get hired.  Or those that do Read on! →

What does it take to become a firefighter?

What does it take to become a firefighter?

What does it take to become a firefighter? Being a Firefighter sounds exciting, right?  A rewarding career with a good dose of action, excitement, energy, camaraderie, fulfillment, and variety while providing you with a good living for you and your Read on! →