Does Success Fuel Passion or Does Passion Fuel Success?

When asked why they do what they do, wildland firefighters respond with  variety of responses. Common answers include:

• I love what I do.
• I get to see beautiful country.
• I do it for the money.
• Firefighting is in my blood.

Defining why we do what we do comes easy for some and a mystery to others. Passion may not reside with employment. Passion may not be something you seek. In fact, purpose and passion are two different things as seen in the quote below.

Purpose is the reason you journey. Passion is the fire that lights your way. ~ Author Unknown

Wildland Fire Leadership Challenge - Digging a Little Deeper

• We challenge you to watch the following presentations, and then compare and contrast the messages.
• "Technical Passion and Leadership" with Rogers Smith

• "Stop Searching for Your Passion" with Terri Trespicio
• Does success fuel passion or does passion fuel success?
• Is wildland firefighting your purpose or your passion?
• Did you find your passion or did your passion find you?