In this episode, Captain Kenny Hayes from the Boston Fire Department shares his journey in the fire service and the importance of the probie mindset. He discusses the challenges of being the new guy and the constant need to prove oneself. Captain Hayes also talks about the significance of being uncomfortable and how it leads to personal and professional growth. He reflects on the impact of line of duty deaths and the changes in training that followed. Finally, he shares his future plans and retirement goals. In this conversation, Kenny Hayes discusses the importance of continuous learning and growth in the fire service. He shares his experience running the Academy and the benefits of being re-engaged and continuously exposed to new knowledge. Kenny emphasizes the value of building relationships and getting to know others in the field. He talks about his journey to becoming a captain and the importance of studying and taking on new challenges. Kenny also discusses the mindset of a probie and the importance of seeking opportunities for continuous improvement. He shares his involvement in teaching and training and the importance of having an exit strategy and future plans. Kenny concludes by emphasizing the importance of being authentic and treating others well.

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Takeaways
The probie mindset is essential for personal and professional growth in the fire service.
Being uncomfortable is necessary for learning and development.
Line of duty deaths have a profound impact on the fire service and lead to changes in training and procedures.
Continuous training and education are crucial for firefighters to stay prepared and improve their skills.
Planning for retirement and future goals is important for long-term career satisfaction. Continuous learning and growth are essential in the fire service.
Building relationships and getting to know others in the field is valuable.
Studying and taking on new challenges can lead to personal and professional growth.
Having a probie mindset and seeking opportunities for continuous improvement is important.
Teaching and training others can be a rewarding experience.
Having an exit strategy and future plans is crucial.
Being authentic and treating others well is essential in the fire service and in life.
Sound Bites
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Background
03:38
The Importance of Being Uncomfortable
10:38
Transitioning to a New Firehouse
19:31
The Journey to Promotion
25:04
The Impact of Line of Duty Deaths
29:16
The Evolution of Training
34:56
Future Plans and Retirement
38:06
Running the Academy and Continuous Learning
39:03
Building Relationships and Getting to Know Others
40:44
Becoming a Captain and Finding a New Firehouse
42:19
Studying and Taking on New Challenges
45:29
The Mindset of a Probie
49:20
Seeking Opportunities and Continuous Improvement
51:10
Teaching and Training in Various Roles
55:45
Having an Exit Strategy and Future Plans
57:23
Applying the Probie Mindset in Life
58:29
Being Authentic and Treating Others Well




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