London Success

[Gideon]

So I have kept rather quiet up until now as did not want to jinx it but I signed my contract yesterday so looks like I've ticked all the boxes.

Wanted to say thanks to this forum as reading the comments on different topics has inspired me to stay the course when knocked back or frustrated. It's good to know your not the only one awaiting an email/phone call, or struggling with a certain stage.

I have been on a holding list for nearly two years and made it to interview four times. I know there are many who have persivered for longer and you guys are truly resilient and inspiring. 

I would encourage those that keep falling short at a hurdle that you will overcome it. Each set back is an opportunity to learn something and build on.

I'm 41 and feel rather older than those i have encountered through the different processes. But I have been able to bring many life experiences to bat for me as an asset. 

Super stoked and looking forward to finally start training.

[Noddy]

Well done mate congrats 

[Mx19]

Nice work! When do you start?!

[Gideon]

I start on 8th October so not long.

 

[LFB92]

Good luck mate and well done. I am on the course after you. How was your welcome day?

[Carefree]

Well done Gideon nice effort.  Compared to some people just starting out in the fire service you are a mere slip of a lad at 41.

Enjoy training and welcome to the fold.

[Luminoki]

Well done mate, just shows age is no barrier, although if youre the oldest on your course expect to be christened “Dad” 

[Gideon]

Thanks lfb92. 

Welcome day was all about super loads of info into what to expect with upcoming course. Getting measured for uniform, equipment carry test and conscience test. All good. Great to finally meet those i will be on the course with. All together an enjoyable day.

Thanks carefree im super stoked. Been times i thought it wouldn't happen for sure. I thought I was leaving it pretty late to be fair at 41?

Yer thanks luminoki i think I'm by far the oldest so won't come as a surprise?

[Samm1010]

Congrats mate. 

Ill be at Harrow on my final week as you’re starting - so if you need a heads up about anything just give me a shout. 

[Gideon]

Thanks samm1010 will get to take you up on that. What have you been doing for accommodation if you don't mind me asking? I got air b and b for first two weeks at harrow and was going to play it from there. I'm coming up from North devon so my geographic knowledge of future brigade ain't that great as of yet.

[Samm1010]

I live in London but a few lads on my course do the air bnb thing

[Carl]

Well done @Gideon. Again, hard work has paid off. I hope you enjoy your new career as much as we do

[Gideon]

Thanks Carl,

Really looking forward to it.

Been busy nailing all the knots and pre course revision in preparation ? so hopefully hard work pays off.