About this episode

Linzie shares her experience with the firefighter hiring process and the importance of preparation and self-assessment.

What happens after the physical test? Fresh out of her written exam, Linzie joins Olivia to break down her experience—from the testing room experience and how she managed her stress to what comes next in the hiring process. This candid conversation offers a behind-the-scenes look at the realities of pursuing a career in the fire service while highlighting the importance of preparation, confidence, and honest self-assessment. Whether you're preparing for a firefighter hiring process, considering a career in public safety, or simply interested in human performance under pressure, this episode offers a real look at what happens when preparation meets opportunity. Interested in following along with Linzie's Journey? Follow us on social media and subscribe to our podcast: yogaforfirstresponders.org https://www.instagram.com/yogaforfirstresponders/ https://www.facebook.com/YogaForFirstResponders/ Mentioned in this episode: LUMEBOX: $260 Off of Lumebox click the link and use code:yogaforfirstresponders https://thelumebox.com/pages/lb68/?_ef_transaction_id=&oid=3&affid=4521&discount=yogaforfirstresponders

People in this episode

Host: Olivia

Guest: Linzie

Topics covered

• firefighter hiring process
• stress management
• career preparation
• public safety
• human performance

Keywords

• firefighter
• hiring process
• stress
• preparation
• public safety
• human performance

Sponsors

LUMEBOX

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Yoga For First Responders

Products: LUMEBOX

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