In this episode, Captain Kenny Hayes from the Boston Fire Department shares his journey in the fire service and the importance of the probie mindset. He discusses the challenges of being the new guy and the constant need to prove oneself. Captain Hayes also talks about the significance of being uncomfortable and how it leads to personal and professional growth. He reflects on the impact of line of duty deaths and the changes in training that followed. Finally, he shares his future plans and retirement goals. In this conversation, Kenny Hayes discusses the importance of continuous learning and growth in the fire service. He shares his experience running the Academy and the benefits of being re-engaged and continuously exposed to new knowledge. Kenny emphasizes the value of building relationships and getting to know others in the field. He talks about his journey to becoming a captain and the importance of studying and taking on new challenges. Kenny also discusses the mindset of a probie and the importance of seeking opportunities for continuous improvement. He shares his involvement in teaching and training and the importance of having an exit strategy and future plans. Kenny concludes by emphasizing the importance of being authentic and treating others well.
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Takeaways
Sound BitesChapters00:00Introduction and Background03:38The Importance of Being Uncomfortable10:38Transitioning to a New Firehouse19:31The Journey to Promotion25:04The Impact of Line of Duty Deaths29:16The Evolution of Training34:56Future Plans and Retirement38:06Running the Academy and Continuous Learning39:03Building Relationships and Getting to Know Others40:44Becoming a Captain and Finding a New Firehouse42:19Studying and Taking on New Challenges45:29The Mindset of a Probie49:20Seeking Opportunities and Continuous Improvement51:10Teaching and Training in Various Roles55:45Having an Exit Strategy and Future Plans57:23Applying the Probie Mindset in Life58:29Being Authentic and Treating Others Well
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