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COMING TOMORROW | 1900 CST

The next episode of The 5% Podcast Lab features Griffin Coiner, the man behind Stache Salt and @that_stache_guy.

Griffin brings a unique personality and perspective to the fire service, and we get into the conversations that matter beyond the fireground.

Leadership. Culture. Authenticity. The people behind the profession.

One of the goals of this podcast has always been to go beyond tactics and titles and explore what makes firefighters tick. This conversation continues that mission.

Tomorrow at 7 PM Central.

Tune in to The 5% Podcast Lab on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.

#The5PercentPodcastLab #GriffinCoiner #StacheSalt #FirefighterPodcast #FireService FirefighterLeadership FirehouseCulture FirstResponders

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We love hearing feedback like this!

Interested in seeing what The New Fire Officers Playbook is all about?

Join us January 16th at the Middlesex County Fire Academy!

Want to bring this presentation or any of our other lectures and hands-on training programs to your department? Reach out to us today!

#RaiseTheStandard

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9 + 0 = 9
8 + 1 = 9
7 + 2 = 9
6 + 3 = 9
3 × 3 = 9
18 ÷ 2 = 9
12 − 3 = 9
27 ÷ 3 = 9

Eight different ways. One correct answer.

Now apply that same concept to leadership.

One of the biggest mistakes a leader can make is believing that their way is the only right way. Just because you’ve done something a certain way for 20 years doesn’t mean someone else can’t accomplish the same objective using a different approach.

Experience is valuable. Tradition has its place. Standards are necessary. But none of those should prevent us from listening, learning, and recognizing that there may be another way to get the job done.

𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐢𝐬𝐧’𝐭 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐨𝐮’𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦. 𝐈𝐭’𝐬 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐢𝐭.

If someone can accomplish the same objective safely, effectively, and within established standards, why should it matter if their approach looks different from yours?

As leaders, we should be developing independent thinkers, not creating carbon copies of ourselves. We should encourage questions, welcome ideas, and give people the opportunity to solve problems without constantly looking over their shoulders.

That doesn’t mean lowering expectations or compromising safety. It means understanding the difference between maintaining a standard and controlling every step of the process.

𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐩 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 “𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐈 𝐝𝐨 𝐢𝐭” 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 “𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐨 𝐢𝐭.”

Sometimes the best thing a leader can do is step aside, watch someone else work, and realize there’s something new to learn.

Different methods. Same positive outcome.

That’s not a failure of leadership. That’s what good leadership should produce.

#RaiseTheStandard

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💪 WELLNESS FRIDAY: RECOVER. REBUILD. PERFORM.
Recovery is where progress happens. 💥
✅ Prioritize quality sleep
✅ Refuel with protein and whole foods
✅ Replenish fluids and electrolytes
✅ Keep moving with active recovery
✅ Make time for mobility and stretching
Train hard. Recover smarter. Come back stronger.
Fuel your recovery. Elevate your performance. 🔥
#TacticalFuelPerformance #WellnessFriday #MuscleRecovery #HumanPerformance

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Thursday Oct 16th @1900 CST I sit down with Deputy Chief Nick Esposito to talk Truck work and all things leadership and mentorship. One of the best conversations Ive had. You will not want to miss this one!

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COMING TOMORROW AT 1900 CST

DEPUTY CHIEF NICK ESPOSITO sits down for a candid talk on truck tactics and leadership lessons @truck_tactics

The biggest mistake in fireground training? Teaching people to expect one perfect plan.
Save this if you lead a crew, and send it to the person who still thinks the job is linear.
What actually gets people hurt is when the plan breaks and nobody knows how to reset.
The fire doesn’t care about your checklist.
The best operators are always looking for plan B, C, and D.
Calm, clear talk in the cab can change the whole scene.
That’s why mentorship matters so much—not just to learn tactics, but to learn how to think when things go sideways.
If you’re a newer firefighter, ask your officer this: “What do you want from me on this run?”
That one question can change everything.

#TruckTactics #FireService #FireOfficer #FiregroundTraining #HumanPerformance

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At Tri-State Fire Training, we believe taking care of our own goes well beyond the fireground. This fall, we’re proud to release our Men’s Health apparel collection to help raise awareness and support for two issues that hit especially close to home in the fire service: occupational cancer and mental health. These are battles far too many of our brothers face, and we believe it’s our responsibility to stand together, raise awareness, and support those who need it.

Our limited-edition design is available on T-shirts and sweatshirts in both youth and adult sizes. A portion of the proceeds from every purchase will be donated to a men’s health initiative supporting occupational cancer and mental health.

The online store will remain open until October 29th!

To order, visit the link in our bio, find the link on our website, or simply DM us and we’ll send it directly to you.

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MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ — REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

Leadership isn’t just about the title you hold. It’s about the example you set, the decisions you make, and the firefighters who count on you.

Join us on Saturday, January 16th, at the Middlesex County Fire Academy for The New Fire Officers Playbook, presented by Tom Marchiano of Tri-State Fire Training. We’ll dive into leadership, accountability, decision-making, communication, and building a strong firehouse culture. Whether you’re an aspiring officer, newly promoted, or have years of experience, there’s always room to grow and improve.

Registration is just $60 per person, with only 70 seats available! Registration and a light breakfast begin at 8:00 AM, with the presentation kicking off at 9:00 AM.

Invest in yourself, challenge your mindset, and never stop learning. The fire service deserves leaders who are willing to put in the work.

To register, visit the Shop section of our website⁠, click the link in our bio, or DM us for additional information.

Don’t just wear the title. Earn the respect. Set the example. #RaiseTheStandard

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🩸 BLOOD: DELIVERS. FUELS. KEEPS YOU GOING.
Your blood does more than carry oxygen. It delivers nutrients, supports immune function, transports waste, and helps fuel every movement.
✅ Supports oxygen delivery
✅ Promotes healthy circulation
✅ Helps transport nutrients for energy production
✅ Supports immune defense
✅ Removes metabolic waste
Better circulation. Stronger performance. Health from the inside out.
Fuel your blood. Fuel your body. Fuel your performance. 🔴
#TacticalFuelPerformance #BloodHealth #HumanPerformance #Circulation

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Organizations reveal what they value by who receives recognition, what gets blamed, and when standards suddenly become important.

Three uncomfortable questions about prevention, convenient explanations, and rules that arrive after the damage.

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Everyone starts with the best of intentions. But that doesn’t mean that we still are here for the right reasons

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This is it.

The room is ready.
The speakers are ready.
Now it’s time to show up.

Two days of real leadership, practical training, honest conversations, and connections that carry beyond the weekend.

October 16–17. Nashua, NH.

If you’re registered, we’ll see you there.

If you’re not, this is your final call.

#FireAndFoliage #FirstDueProject #FireService #FirefighterLeadership #FireServiceLeadership

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