Chief Bobby Halton, Capt Angela Hughes and David J Soler discuss 2-3 successful traits of leaders as well as successful habits. They also discuss this years FDIC 2015 and iWomen Conference 2015.

• What you can look forward to in this year’s FDIC 2015 Conference and the 2015 iWomen Conference
• Things up and coming leaders should be focusing on this year.
• Developing and cultivating the right habits.
• Qualities of a successful leader.
• The value of real world experience
• Being a cheerleader for the fire service and others

Firefighter Training Episode 055 of the FirefighterToolbox podcast is about the relationship between a fire department and its community.

Capt. Greg May shares how the Fort Lauderdale City Fire Department had earned the support and admiration of its community by going above and beyond just doing their job.

Greg May Discusses
1. How good community relations can impact your fire department.
2. 4 Ws of building great community relations.
3. Simple strategies in building great community relations.
4. How to combat bad publicity.
5. Some ideas on how your department can engage with the community.

Firefighter Training Episode 054 of the FirefighterToolbox podcast is about how even a rookie can make a difference in the fire service.

In this David Soler lays down the groundwork to becoming a great and well respected firefighter:

• Start with the right attitude and mindset from day one.
• Do your best to know and master the job/position assigned to you.
• Be willing to get your hands dirty.
• Be a student and a teacher of the fire service.
• Let your actions tell your story.

In this episode Chief Walt Lewis shares how your peers can influence your career and how you can become a positive influence to those wanting to join the fire service.

We discuss:

• Consciously making an effort to surround yourself with great firefighters.
• Dedicating yourself and your time to becoming a better firefighter.
• Qualities of a leader and taking the initiative.
• Being a master of your craft.
• Why it's okay to want and find ways to be good at your job.