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ROOKIES GUIDE TO SUCCESS
* Stay physically fit
* Test as much as possible, practice does make perfect! You will be come more relaxed and familiar with the questions, test and interviews. How do you find these tests & interviews? Join a service like Fire Career Assistance OR check frequently on our web site. Use your extra time for studying, education or training. Stop wasting time and effort. Simplify your job search.
* Don't come to work with earrings, died hair and pants to your knees. It's Not MTV
* Look like a professional. Take pride in your uniform
* Make friends
* Maintain professional competence
* Don't spout off in public. Let your performance speak for itself
* Go with your natural instinct
* Drive safely & conscientiously
* Don't judge other's actions until you know all the facts
* Go to the bathroom while you have the chance
* Be extremely careful when backing up a vehicle. Use a back up person when possible
* Learn to type & use a computer
* Be empathetic, it could be you
* Longevity doesn't guarantee perfection, even veterans make mistakes.
* Learn new ways to communicate, languages, sign language, etc.
* Don't bring your problems to work
* Become educated
* Respect & learn from seniors
* Be your worst own critic
* Even though most calls are uneventful, don't get to relaxed because the next one might be worse.
* Avoid gossip
* MUST READ "GETTING A FIREFIGHTER JOB" PART 1 & PART 2
* Consider each job your first job
 
   * About the Job
   * Firefighter Min. Qualifications
   * Firefighter Selection Process
   * What to Look for in a Job Posting
   * Firefighter Testing Process
   * Firefighter Physical Ability Test
   * Firefighter Written Exam
   * Tips on Improving Reading Comp.
   * Test Taking Stratigies / Help
   * Need to Know to Move on
   * Attitude vs Aptitude
   * Age & the Fire Service / EMS Ind.
   * Pre-Existing Problems / Records
   * First Impressions
   * Addressing an Interview Panel
   * Handouts, Resumes & Talking
   * Firefighter Oral Board Questions
   * Loaded Interview Questions
 
   * Firefighter Interview Closing
   * Firefighter / EMT Success Guide
   * Education & Staying Current
   * Success in the Fire Service / EMS
   * Master the Fire Service Hiring Proc.
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