Why Are Your Boots So Shiny?
I recently did a bunker gear demonstration for a small group of kindergartners. As I was talking about all of our gear and placing it […]
Fire Service
The Media Damage to the Fire Service
Take a moment to look back at the shows that were about firefighters and EMTs, such as Emergency, 3rd Watch, Rescue Me, and now Chicago […]
I’ve Got The Power
A controversial topic that doesn’t seem to have enough said about it is one that I’ve been examining in my head lately as I join […]
So, What Is This Sticker All About?
” So, what is this sticker all about?” This question is one that I have received quite frequently. Let me take a few moments to […]
My Black Helmet
As a young child in a small town, I grew up as the son of a paramedic, the grandson of a firefighter, and the great-grandson […]
Perceived Status
How many times have you seen a T-shirt or […]
My Brother’s Keeper
The fire service is a very special field. Those of us that work in it know this, and those aspiring to enter the field hope […]
Thoughtful Leadership Series – Intro
Greetings all, Welcome to my series on thoughtful leadership and personnel management. It is my wish to pass along my thoughts, ideas, and firefighter personnel […]
From Little Brother To Big Brother
Do you ever stop and think how your actions will affect someone in 20 years? Has it ever crossed your mind that just one thing […]