Mentor, Not Martyr: Stop Setting Yourself on Fire to Keep the Team Warm
Let’s be honest—half of us are one poorly timed group text away from a breakdown, and yet we’re still the ones showing up early, staying late, and checking in on everyone else.
Women’s History Month is Cool, But Try Respecting Us in Meetings Too
Ah yes, March.
The month where HR throws up a stock photo of Rosie the Riveter, sends out a "celebrating women" email, and someone orders a sheet cake that says "Girl Power."
Cute. Appreciated. But also, can we talk?
Self-Care Isn’t Just Bubble Baths—How to Avoid Burnout When Your Shift is Literal Hell
Self-care isn’t selfish; it’s how you stay in this job long enough to actually enjoy your pension. You can’t help others if you’re falling apart. Take care of your damn self.
How to Survive Your First Year Without Quitting or Committing a Felony
Congrats—you made it through the academy. Now comes the real test: surviving your first year without losing your mind, quitting in a blaze of glory, or accidentally doing something that lands you in internal affairs.
Dear Rookie: Stop Crying in Your Patrol Car—Here’s What You Really Need to Know
Look, we’ve all been there—sitting in the patrol car (Fire Truck or Ambulance) at 2 AM, fighting back tears, wondering why we didn’t just become a Starbucks barista instead. But before you draft that resignation email, let’s talk.