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The Firefighters Podcast
The Firefighters Podcast is a global podcast seeking to develop, inspire, connect, motivate, represent & celebrate the world of our emergency services operators through a series of wide-ranging conversations celebrating those within our emergency services family and encouraging the support of this incredible group of people.
Operational UK firefighter Pete Wakefield speaks with individuals from all walks of life who share a connection with, can add value to, or can develop those who choose this life path.
Our driving purpose is to create a legacy resource for the current and future generations of firefighters & first responders
The Firefighters Podcast
#331 NOW & NEXT with Pete & Carl
Now & Next episodes are where members of the podcast team get together & touch base on some of the current topics in the sector, reflect on previous guests episodes and events & also look at what’s coming up next.
Carl Boasman first appeared on the podcast back in episode #301 Leadership & The Impact we have on others. Since then Carl has come onboard with the podcast team supporting on our strategic partnership work and in today episode we are talk about:
In this conversation, we reflect on the legacy of Paul Grimwood, discuss insights from various episodes of the podcast, and explore themes of decision-making, community resilience, and leadership within the emergency services. We emphasize the importance of empowering the public, the role of zero responders, and the future of fire service training amidst ongoing changes in the sector.
Takeaways
- Paul Grimwood's legacy is a shining example of making a difference.
- Community resilience plays a vital role in emergency response.
- The best commanders are those who understand interoperability.
- Decision-making in high-pressure environments requires empathy and awareness.
- Zero responders can significantly impact emergency situations before services arrive.
- Investing in training and development is crucial for effective leadership.
- Public empowerment is essential for community safety and resilience.
- The future of fire service training needs to be re-evaluated and improved.
- Change management in the public sector can be challenging but necessary.
- Fate and circumstances shape our lives, and we must adapt accordingly.
you can reach Carl at carl.boasman@tffpc.com
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