Roles and Responsibilities in Community Service

The speaker, a head of development for a nonprofit and a volunteer firefighter, shares a story about his first fire incident. He describes the competitive nature of volunteering and his task of retrieving shoes for a homeowner during a fire. Reflecting on acts of kindness, he emphasizes the importance of making a difference in others' lives, regardless of one's success level. He encourages immediate action in helping others, highlighting that every day offers opportunities to impact lives.

What dual roles does the speaker hold in New York?

• Lawyer and a chef

• Teacher and a paramedic

• CEO of a tech company and a police officer

• Head of a nonprofit and a volunteer firefighter

What was the speaker's main challenge during his first fire scene?

• Finding the fire location

• Competing with other volunteers to get an assignment

• Communicating with the homeowner

• Understanding the fire equipment

What was the speaker's feeling when another volunteer was assigned to save the dog?

• Happiness

• Indifference

• Jealousy

• Relief

What task was the speaker assigned during the fire?

• Put out the fire

• Rescue a child

• Retrieve a pair of shoes

• Save the homeowner's dog

How did the homeowner express her gratitude after the fire incident?

• By donating to the fire department

• By hosting a dinner

• By sending a thank you letter

• By giving a public speech

What does the speaker witness in both his roles?

• Acts of violence

• Acts of betrayal

• Acts of generosity and kindness

• Acts of negligence

What does the speaker emphasize about acts of kindness?

• They all matter, big or small

• They should be done only after achieving success

• They are only important if they save lives

• They should be grand and public

What is the speaker's advice regarding making a difference?

• Wait until you are wealthy

• Start making a difference now

• Only help those you know

• Focus on your career first

What does the speaker suggest about everyday opportunities?

• They are rare and should be ignored

• They are abundant and should be seized

• They are not worth pursuing

• They are only for the wealthy

What is the speaker's final message?

• Save money for the future

• Get involved and make a difference now

• Focus on personal success

• Wait for the right moment