by Bob Atlas | Sep 12, 2014 | on the job
Maybe you’re an Alan Jackson fan and maybe you’re not. Either way I’m sure the question has come up in conversation in your life at least once. Maybe you were asked by someone at a party or on the anniversary or just at one of those, well you know, those moments. ...
by Bob Atlas | Aug 14, 2014 | networking/interviewing
I am constantly asked this question; “Chief, How do I present myself?” Well, this is a loaded question. In response I ask, where, when and for what purpose? What follows is… “for the oral interview of course!” The reason this is a loaded question is because there are...
by Bob Atlas | Jul 14, 2014 | on the job
This is a noble goal to have and an exciting journey that you will remember for the rest of your life. If you have not totally embraced this fact yet, you will, as soon as you make the total commitment to the ultimate goal of becoming a professional firefighter. After...
by Bob Atlas | Jun 10, 2014 | on the job
You will start many projects during your lifetime and only be able to finish a handful of them. The best you can do is think, plan, develop and execute…! In our last installment (Pt. 4) we covered Certifications and Qualifications. These designations and essential...
by Bob Atlas | May 9, 2014 | on the job
Congratulations! You have made it to part 4 of 5 of your Fire Service Resume and we are headed down the home stretch. Soon you will have a deep and complete understanding of what a winning firefighter resume should look like and what information should be contained...
