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🌲 A 75-Year-Old Inspirational Story of the Smoke Jumpers 🔥 One of the greatest tragedies that is long-forgotten is the story of the Mann Gulch Fire. 13 brave members of the Smoke Jumpers lost their lives on that day. These are the guys who parachute in to danger to stop the spread of forest fires at great risk to themselves. 👐 But out of that tragedy emerged one of the most important innovations that has saved hundreds of lives each year. ➡ Wagner Dodge, one of the few survivors from Mann Gulch, by all accounts should have died that day. Dodge, like the rest of his crew, was running from the fire. But the fire was moving much too fast to outrun it. ➡ It was in that moment of desperation, Dodge’s mind had a “flash of insight”. Instead of running, Dodge dropped to the ground and set a fire to all of the grass around him. The other members of his crew thought he lost his mind. They kept running. ➡ But as the fire approached Dodge, miraculously it went around him, leaving him largely unscathed. Today, Dodge’s act of desperation is a lifesaver for firefighters and is called an “Escape Fire”.   When asked: “Where did you come up with that idea?” Dodge said: He observed in the past that a fire would bypass already burnt areas. But he never thought much about it. Turns out, when a wildfire approaches an area where there is nothing left to burn, the fire will bypass that area. His expert intuition and willingness to try the impossible made the difference. 💡 The Deliberate Takeaway: How likely is it that we would have kept running?  The story of Mann Gulch reminds us that innovation isn't just about new technology or processes; it's about the bravery to try out unconventional solutions, especially the stakes are extremely high. Today, let's honor the courageous wildland firefighters and embrace the spirit of deliberate innovation in all aspects of our lives.     💡 About Deliberate Innovation: We help forward thinking leaders to solve their most frustrating challenges by systematically applying radically unique ideas from outside your industry.    #NationalWildlandFirefighterDay #MannGulch #DeliberateInnovation #CourageInAction #WildlandFirefighters 

It's just you and you. The government isn't your superhero. Your friends aren’t swooping in like caped crusaders. Your family’s not riding in on white horses. It’s just you and you. Don’t sit around waiting for a rescue mission. Don’t count on others to pull you out of the quicksand. You have the power to be your own superhero. Cape optional. It’s not a cakewalk, but boy, is it worth it. Time to grab the wheel of your life-boat and steer towards success. You’re the captain of your own pirate ship.

On September 11th, 2001, I was just 12 years old when the world witnessed a profound and tragic shift. The planes striking the World Trade Center forever altered our reality. I can still recall the haunting image of those towering structures billowing black smoke into the skyline. The collective shock was palpable, and despite the downed phones -- the primary concern was the safety of our loved ones. In our small shore town, we drove down to the marina, and what we witnessed there is etched in my memory. Boats and ferries tirelessly shuttled people, covered in dust and blood, to safety. Even now, as I type these words, I'm am still overcome with emotion. The events of that day were nothing short of horrifying, with the haunting image of people forced to jump to their deaths on live television and the agonizing weeks and months of searching for remains. However, it's crucial to remember that the horrors of 9/11 didn't conclude that fateful day. Many victims, along with our brave first responders and dedicated volunteers, have suffered and even lost their lives due to illnesses stemming from that tragic event. These families continue to need our help. Yet, amidst the darkness, there was hope—the unwavering love and compassion that emerged, the patriotism that proudly waved from every American porch. Let us not forget that we are our brother's keeper. We should take pride in being good neighbors, in supporting our troops and first responders, and in remembering those we lost. Wherever you stood that day, the first thing you thought of was the wellbeing of your family and friends- never forget. Cherish your family and be thankful for the irreplaceable gifts you have right now. #NeverForget #UnitedWeStand #september11 #patriotism #gratefulheart #boatlift

As an experienced road warrior, you know that while winter weather may be in the rearview, the threat of slippery roads still looms ahead. Springtime often brings frequent and sporadic showers in many regions, so drive carefully when unexpected weather hits and make room for less experienced drivers. #RoadWarriors #SafeTrucking

Cars heat up fast, even on mild days. Make "Stop - Look - Lock" your new summer habit. Remember these 3 simple steps to prevent hot car tragedies: STOP and think before leaving your car. LOOK for children and pets before locking the car. LOCK the doors and keep the keys out of reach. #StopLookLock

Today, as we honor the heroes who fought for our freedom, We remember the heroes who fight every day their personal battles. A fight that takes bravery, resolve, courage and endless commitment. A fight fueled by a tenacious belief that a better tomorrow is possible. A fight in which you take a hit but get back up, knowing that losing is not an option. We see you. We honor you. And we will always have your back. #silentheroes #recovery #addictionrecovery #drugrehabilitation

What to do when Sh*t Happens: Let me tell you an old story... A farmer loses his horse, and the villagers say, "What bad luck!" The farmer replies, "Maybe." The next day, the horse returns with several wild horses, and the villagers exclaim, "What good luck!" Again, the farmer says, "Maybe." Later, the farmer's son breaks his leg while trying to tame one of the wild horses. "What bad luck!" say the villagers. The farmer's response? "Maybe." Finally, the army comes to the village to draft young men for war but leaves the farmer's son behind due to his broken leg. "What good luck!" cheer the villagers. The farmer simply says, "Maybe." ... This teaches us the power of perspective. Self compassion is so needed, but sometimes especially in business, stuff still needs to get done. So when 💩 happens, you can separate yourself by focusing on what's in your control rather than getting swept up in the ups and downs like everyone else.

The Story of "We’ll see" There was once an old farmer who was tending to his fields one day, when his horse broke the gate and bolted away. His neighbors, upon hearing the news that the farmer lost his horse, offered their sympathy. “That’s terrible luck,” they said. “We’ll see,” was all the farmer replied. The next day, the farmer and his neighbors were stunned to see the horse return, along with three other wild horses. “What awesome luck!” Said the farmer’s neighbors. Again, all the farmer had to say was, “We’ll see”. The following day, the farmer’s son tried riding one of the wild horses. He was unfortunately thrown from the horse, and broke his leg. “Your poor son,” said the farmer’s neighbors. “This is terrible.” Once more, what did the farmer say? “We’ll see.” Finally, the next day, visitors appeared in the village: they were military generals drafting young men into the army. Due to the young man’s broken leg, the farmer’s son was not drafted. “How lucky you are!” Said the farmer’s neighbors to the farmer, once again. “We’ll see,” the farmer remarked. MORAL OF THE STORY: The fact of the matter is that your mind cannot predict the future. We can make assumptions but that does not mean that your assumptions will always be true. Therefore, the prudent thing is to live in the now, have patience and let things unfold at their own pace. Help yourself to experience your comforting presence and restoring power. Entrust your plan, even when we do not understand the reasons for our suffering. Are you ready? Please comment... #unfortunate #trust #wewillsee #reasons #restoringpower #assumptions #prediction #moral #oilandgas #logistics #transport #military #awesomeluck #farmer #plastic #cinema #terribleluck #lucky #patience #comforting #mentor #coach #upskill #program #suffering #learning #psychiatrist #counceling #story #acceptance #understanding #Business #NewBusiness #Businessreview #NewInitiatives #Operations #HR

𝐖𝐇𝐀𝐓 𝐃𝐎𝐄𝐒 𝐍𝐄𝐗𝐓 𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐊'𝐒 𝐁𝐋𝐎𝐂𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐇𝐈𝐆𝐇 𝐌𝐄𝐀𝐍 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐍𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐓? ☃️ After waiting all winter long, a blocking high over Greenland finally appears as if it will materialize next week. However, it is too late in the season to generate a significant snowfall event across the Northeast? We'll discuss potential impacts in this video sponsored by BOSS SNOWPLOW. #east #northeast #blockinghigh #weather #storm #winter #snow #snowfall #snowfighter #snowfighters #snowpro #snowpros #snowplowing #snowremoval #snowandice #ice #deicing #brine #salt #snowandicemanagement #landscaping #landscapers #contractors #facilitymanager #facilitymanagement

𝐖𝐇𝐀𝐓 𝐃𝐎𝐄𝐒 𝐍𝐄𝐗𝐓 𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐊'𝐒 𝐁𝐋𝐎𝐂𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐇𝐈𝐆𝐇 𝐌𝐄𝐀𝐍 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐍𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐓? ☃️ After waiting all winter long, a blocking high over Greenland finally appears as if it will materialize next week. However, it is too late in the season to generate a significant snowfall event across the Northeast? We'll discuss potential impacts in this video sponsored by BOSS SNOWPLOW. #east #northeast #blockinghigh #weather #storm #winter #snow #snowfall #snowfighter #snowfighters #snowpro #snowpros #snowplowing #snowremoval #snowandice #ice #deicing #brine #salt #snowandicemanagement #landscaping #landscapers #contractors #facilitymanager #facilitymanagement