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FDIC 2025 Was a Blast!FiredUp rocked FDIC 2025 in Indy with a booth on Firefighter Row, connecting with 2,200+ firefighters. We gave away a leather helmet and plan an epic FDIC 2026 return. Thanks to BA Shields and Engine Company Leather for the support! |
FiredUp V2 Has Landed!FiredUp V2 is here, and it’s loaded with tools to help you nail those promotional exams. We’ve been working hard (between calls, and FDIC 2025 chaos), so this blog post is a tad late. And yes, we know we’re behind on new books—don’t worry, we’re tackling that faster than a probie, grabbing a plug! |
Simple, Silly Way to Study For Your Firefighter Promotional Exam & Get a Passing GradeIf you are desperate for a new way to learn and are having trouble remembering the material you are studying, then this might be the trick for you. Use this study method to help you pass your fire department promotion test. |
5 Things a Newly Promoted Leader in the Fire Service Can Do To Promote a Mentally Healthy FirehouseStress can actually physically effect the firefighters on your crew whether from inside or outside the job. Maintaining a mentally healthy crew will increase not only the morale but also the performance of your crew. |
Hold Yourself Accountable Now To Make Yourself A Better Leader & FirefighterAccountability on the fireground is a priority for all firefighters, but are you accountable in other areas of your career? Accountability can provide you with many benefits that will help you promote throughout your career. |
Flowtime Study Technique & How It Will Benefit the Busy Firefighter Studying For the Promotional ExamWith the flowtime technique of studying you let your body be the guide to your study sessions. Each one of us is different and should prepare for a fire department test in our own way. This method allows you to do just that. |
Organize Your Firefighter Promotional Exam To Do ListHave you ever heard of the Eisenhower Matrix for getting organized? Nope, me neither, but I know that it is super important to stay organized throughout your studying process to ensure you pass your fire promotion test. |
4 Passive Study Methods to Maximize Your Firefighter Promotional Exam Prep TimeStudy habits will make all the difference in getting your fire department promotion. Find habits that work for you and maximize the use of those. Here are a couple low impact examples of study habits for you. |
Perform a Time Audit To Create More Time to Study For Your Firefighter Promotional ExamTime is your most precious asset. So use it wisely when you are studying for your fire department promotion test. Why not streamline your time to minimize the amount of time spend studying and get the same results. |
4 Ways Social Media Can Aid Your Firefighter Promotional Exam Journey + 2 Things To Be Cautious OfUse every tool available to you to help you get the promotion you are pursuing. That includes using social media to your advantage when possible. Check out this article for some ideas! |
