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December 16, 2024 39 mins

In today’s episode our panel explores the power of "inverted thinking" in emergency response planning and management.

This episode delves into how focusing on potential negative outcomes can actually lead to better preparation and decision-making during critical incidents. Key points include:

• The natural tendency for emergency responders to anticipate worst-case scenarios
• How "negative thinking" can be a valuable tool for incident commanders
• Using inverted thinking to identify and address potential problems before they occur
• Applying this approach to training, policy development, and inter-agency cooperation

The panel discusses real-world examples and exercises that demonstrate the effectiveness of this mindset, challenging the notion that negative thinking is always detrimental. They emphasize how this approach can help emergency services better prepare for and respond to active shooter events and other critical incidents.

This thought-provoking episode offers a fresh perspective on emergency management, encouraging listeners to embrace "the power of negative thinking" as a proactive strategy for improving public safety outcomes.

VIDEO LINK TO CHARLIE MUNGER INVERSION THINKING: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K_vFpa0v3Wg

 

View this episode on YouTube at https://youtu.be/T3xQ4IDCxAg

 

 

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