Thomas Dunne – författare

In a 33-year career with the New York City Fire Department, Tom Dunne fought hundreds of fires, survived near death incidents, crawled down burning hallways, met unforgettable characters, and witnessed the 9/11 terrorist attack. From working in glittering mid-Manhattan high-rises to squalid ghetto tenements, he saw how people in crisis lived and survived and how the firefighters who served them worked and bonded. Exploring both the positive and controversial aspects of being a firefighter, this no-holds barred memoir provides an honest account of an unusual occupation that outsiders seldom get to see.

Accidents, workplace pressures, deadlines. We are assaulted each day by many forms of stress ranging from the routine trials of life to the unexpected trauma of fires and other disasters. In Pressure Proof: A Guide to Performing Under Stress, Chief Thomas Dunne draws on his decades of experience with the New York City Fire Department to develop techniques for performing effectively in stressful situations.Topics covered include: Decision making Accepting and managing risks Controlling your fear Developing confidence Mastering communication skills And much more See how the decision-making process that happens on the fireground can work in all aspects of your work and personal life. Learn the tools that allow you to maintain a command presence and refocus from disabling fear to positive action in any challenging scenario.