Listen, Watch, & Support DTP: www.thereadinesslab.com/dtp-links Boost the Signal with a $5 monthly donation! Become a TRL Insider Member with a ton of extra content!  #emergencymanagement #disastertough #leadership #emergencyservices Doing the right thing even when no one is looking is often believed to be the best way to determine a person’s true character.   In this episode of the Disaster Tough Podcast, we learn more about how frequent guest, Chief Walt Lewis of the Orlando Fire Department lives by this mantra both professionally and personally.   Chief Lew ..read more

Listen, Watch, & Support DTP: www.thereadinesslab.com/dtp-links Boost the Signal with a $5 monthly donation! Become a TRL Insider Member with a ton of extra content!  #emergencymanagement #disastertough #leadership #emergencyservices American humorist, Sam Levenson once wrote, "Don't watch the clock; do what it does.  Keep going." This week's guest on the Disaster Tough Podcast, Sarah Razor has been living this reality in her first year as the Crisis Management and Resiliency Advisor at the University of Kentucky.   In 2023, Sarah took her talents from Churchill Do ..read more

Listen, Watch, & Support DTP: www.thereadinesslab.com/dtp-links Boost the Signal with a $5 monthly donation! Become a TRL Insider Member with a ton of extra content!  #emergencymanagement #disastertough #leadership #emergencyservices An author once wrote, "Doing one thing at a time is a recipe for a life that won't keep up with your dreams." Emergency Manager, and master multitasker, Michelle Cechowski is living this reality every day as she balances her many leadership roles both professionally and personally.  As the Director of Emergency Preparedness for the East Central Fl ..read more

Listen, Watch, & Support DTP: www.thereadinesslab.com/dtp-links Boost the Signal with a $5 monthly donation! Become a TRL Insider Member with a ton of extra content!  #emergencymanagement #disastertough #leadership #emergencyservices Former Acting DHS Secretary Pete Gaynor recently joined The Readiness Lab Podcast Crew on March 15th to talk about Leading During Crisis, his masterclass course in crisis leadership. Pete’s experience includes serving as FEMA Administrator, serving as the acting Secretary for the Department of Homeland Security during the Trump Administration, a Direct ..read more

Listen, Watch, & Support DTP: www.thereadinesslab.com/dtp-links Boost the Signal with a $5 monthly donation! Become a TRL Insider Member with a ton of extra content! #emergencymanagement #disastertough #leadership #emergencyservices  --- The quality of a company's logistics often determines the difference between winning and losing in the business world.   Over the past two decades, Amazon has ascended to the top of the retail world because of the way it revolutionized logistics in purchasing and product delivery.  Over the past few years, the retail giant has also ..read more

Listen, Watch, & Support DTP: www.thereadinesslab.com/dtp-links Boost the Signal with a $5 monthly donation!Become a TRL Insider Member with a ton of extra content! #emergencymanagement #disastertough #leadership #emergencyservices --- In this episode of the Disaster Tale Podcast, host John Scardena shares a detailed exploration of Pompeii, focusing on the ancient city's rich history, the devastating eruption of Mount Vesuvius, and its implications for modern emergency management. Drawing from his visit and observations, this episode delves into Pompeii's architectural marvels, societal ..read more

Listen, Watch, & Support DTP: www.thereadinesslab.com/dtp-links Boost the Signal with a $5 monthly donation!Become a TRL Insider Member with a ton of extra content! #emergencymanagement #disastertough #leadership #emergencyservices --- The discussion with Pete Gaynor centers on his leadership course titled "Leading During Crisis," focusing on key aspects individuals can learn to enhance their crisis management skills. It touches on strategic decision-making, effective communication, team building, and adaptability in high-pressure situations. The course aims to provide practical tools a ..read more

Listen, Watch, & Support DTP: www.thereadinesslab.com/dtp-links Boost the Signal with a $5 monthly donation! Become a TRL Insider Member with a ton of extra content! #emergencymanagement #disastertough #leadership #emergencyservices --- It's been said, "Life can only be understood backward; but it must be lived forwards. "In this episode of the Disaster Tough Podcast, host John Scardena recaps his recent opportunity to serve as the Keynote Speaker at the Annual Florida HazMat Symposium. He also reflects on important lessons learned from 2023, both personally and professionally, and ho ..read more

Listen, Watch, & Support DTP: www.thereadinesslab.com/dtp-links #emergencymanagement #disastertough #leadership #mentorship#education #risinggeneration #emergencyservices --- In this episode of the Disaster Tough Podcast, I shared valuable insights and advice on how to improve your chances of getting hired in the emergency management field. Drawing from my own experiences and conversations with industry professionals, I highlighted five key areas to focus on. Employers often include tests or specific instructions in job postings to filter out candidates who haven't thoroughly read the r ..read more

Support our podcast: www.thereadinesslab.com.dtp-links Sign up for Emergency Management Response for Dynamic Populations: www.thereadinesslab.com/dynamic-populations Jake, who works in AMR (American Medical Response) in Portland, shares his perspective on the integration of emergency medicine and emergency management. He emphasizes the importance of transportation in emergencies and the need for better cohesion between EMS and emergency management. Jake discusses his experience working in AMR for over 13 years and obtaining a degree in emergency management. He highlights the integration of ..read more