Chief Steve Agenbroad takes us on an in depth conversation about managing criticism within the fire service. He brings many research based ideas and many life experiences related to criticism. Please join us in our discussion.

Talking points:

Introduction to criticism

- What is criticism?

- How do we recognize criticism?

- How does criticism affect us today?

- How does criticism make us feel?

The dirty dozen of critics

- The backstabber

- The jerk

- The cheap seats critic

- The tester

- The lazy critic

- The recliner sniper

- The Gossip Critic

- The Dinosaur Critic

- The opposite of you critic

- The two -22

- The keyboard commando

- Yourself

Next month will be part 2 which will include the sturdy dozen which is the 12 rules for managing criticism and discussion on constructive criticism.

Today we talk with Chief Joe Kitchen current At Large Director about OFCA membership benefits.

Some discussion points are:

-Getting the most out of your membership.

-How to become involved as a member.

-Career benefits of being a member.

-Hidden benefits of being a member.

In episode 3 we talk with those behind the scenes helping the Fire Chiefs of Ohio. These individuals and their roles varies within the Ohio Fire Chief's Association. Listen to learn who they are and what they are doing to support you and progress the fire service forward!

Today we talk with Retired Chief Tom Wallace and Retired Chief Scott Skeldon about the Ohio Fire and Rescue Officer Development Conference and the benefits of attending. Some discussion points are:

- How to register

- Overall background of the conference

- What to expect

- What to bring

- About the vendors

Today we talk with OFCA President Mark Kidd about the organization and the benefits of being a member. Some discussion points are:

- Membership

- OFCA Emergency Response System

- Organizational Structure of the OFCA

- Legislation

- Conference