‘You’re not special’: Humility in leadership

‘You’re not special’: Humility in leadership

I recently reached out to past co-workers to ask them about my approach to getting the job done, and what traits set our time apart from other leaders they have worked with. As you know, public safety folks are usually a bit twisted in their sense of humor, and I knew...

Take EMS1’s 30-day better health challenge

To download a one-page sheet outlining the 30-day challenge complete the “Download this EMS1 Resource” box on this page. Becoming an EMT or paramedic can be one of the most rewarding decisions of a person’s life, but far too often, it can also be one of the most...
The 3 golden rules for handling drunk patients

The 3 golden rules for handling drunk patients

I’ve been assaulted by drunken patients more often than any other type of patient. Sometimes there are warning signs; occasionally there are not. When the patient becomes that intoxicated, there is psychologically nothing to keep that person from staying in control....