We Speak Dispatch

Ever went to work at 911 and were in a bad mood?  How do you get yourself out of that?  Have you ever heard a co-worker on the phone or radio who may be in a bad mood--how do you handle that?  911 can be a very stressful job and in this episode We Speak Dispatch, along with special guest Connie, talk about these questions while providing insight into accountability groups and other ideas ensure you remain motivated along the way.  

We Speak Dispatch discusses training and ways to get staff more involved.  Towards the end of the episode an idea for obtaining more understanding from employee's families is also brought up and this episode is a must hear for ideas to improve training satisfaction and retention.  We Speak Dispatch is joined by special guest Ben.

Further discussion from We Speak Dispatch about the 911 saves act----are dispatchers first responders?  What does this mean?  What does it cost?  How do you get involved?  All these questions plus more--be sure and check this episode out.  

We Speak Dispatch wants to say Happy Thanksgiving to all 911 dispatchers as well as all emergency responders.  2020 has been a challenging year and we are thankful for all of you!  Have a great Thanksgiving everyone.

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Have you heard of the 911 Saves Act?  Are dispatchers considered first responders in your state?  We Speak Dispatch is joined by special guest James to discuss the 911 Saves Act and what it means.  

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A special message from the crew at We Speak Dispatch.  Decals available--listen to this short episode to obtain your decal today.  

We Speak Dispatch is discussing promoting from within your department and some complexities you may encounter - we're joined by a special guest (Travis).  What opportunities do you have at your own agency in 911?  

We Speak Dispatch discusses Halloween and working in 911--does your agency dress up for Halloween and is it a good idea?  Our scariest Halloween moment and our best costumes.  Happy Halloween to all 911 Dispatchers!  

We Speak Dispatch is joined by a recently retired Sergeant from a California Law Enforcement Agency to ask questions that every 911 dispatcher and field responder can relate to.   This is part 2 of 2.  Check out part 1 as well so you do not miss any of the discussion.  We Speak Dispatch is proudly supported by Xybix.