Mentoring: A Journey of Growth and Learning 🚀

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Not long after I started with my first Fire Department, I was asked to be a “Mentor.”

At the time, I had been a paramedic for less than a year. I guess they thought I had more experience than I did since I came from an EMS service, but I was just a Basic back then.

When my Battalion Chief asked if I would be interested in becoming a “Mentor,” I was slightly confused.

“Who, me?” I thought.

But not one to turn down opportunities, I said, “Sure!”

I had no idea how to be a “Mentor” or the best way to teach someone. While working EMS, I never had a “Mentor” or “FTO.” So, going from being a New Paramedic to being responsible for teaching other New Medics was a big step for me.

Now, on the outside, I was telling myself...

“You’ve got this!”

“They picked you for a reason!”

“Just man up and figure it out!”

But on the inside, I had my doubts:

“Dude, you’re still a new medic.”

“What if you screw up?”

“What happens when you don't have the answer?”

“If you mess up, someone could die!”

I could have easily let those doubts stress me out about what I was being asked to do...

“Do I go back and tell them I just don't feel comfortable being a Mentor?”

“Hell No!”

That’s when I realized I could use this opportunity to become better. What better way to improve than by teaching someone else what I knew?

Over the next few years, I was assigned multiple partners—some were brand new, and some had years more experience than I did. Working alongside these awesome partners, I believe we all became better at our craft.

In many ways, this experience mirrors what Russell Brunson teaches about value and contribution.

Russell emphasizes the importance of sharing knowledge and experiences as a way to grow not just as individuals but as a community.

Just like mentoring helped me become more confident and skilled, Russell often highlights that teaching others is one of the best ways to learn and solidify your understanding.

By embracing the role of a mentor, you can also create a network of support and accountability—much like Russell's concept of the “Dream 100,” where you focus on building relationships with those who can elevate your journey.

Too many people let the fear of not knowing everything hold them back from taking advantage of opportunities.

As Les Brown said, “You don’t have to be great to get started, but you do have to get started to be great.”

So, let’s embrace the journey of learning and mentoring!

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