Today, Daniel Mouring discusses the culture of competition within the EMS field, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, humility, and continuous learning. He highlights the detrimental effects of 'dick measuring' and one-upping, particularly on new providers, and advocates for a supportive environment that fosters growth and confidence. Mouring stresses the need for experienced providers to invest in the future of EMS by mentoring and uplifting newcomers, while also calling out those who lack commitment to the profession.

Takeaways

-You can't be an expert at everything. -Self-awareness is crucial for personal and professional growth. -Humility is key in a competitive environment. -Learning from others, especially new providers, is essential. -One-upping can harm the development of new EMS professionals. -Positive reinforcement is vital for building confidence in newcomers. -Experienced providers should mentor and support less experienced colleagues. -The culture of competition can lead to insecurity among providers. -Investing in the future of EMS is necessary for its improvement. -Those who don't care about EMS should consider leaving the field.

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Daily Debrief is a short-form podcast series airing Monday through Friday! Start your day with Paramedic AF Podcast host Daniel Mouring as he unpacks practical tips and mindset shifts for the everyday EMT and Paramedic!

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