First patrol done

I recently qualified as surf lifesaver. Starting up as less than a confident ocean swimmer, this 8-week Bronze Medallion course definitely pushed me out of my comfort zone! I learned rescue techniques, first aid, resuscitation and how to operate in rough conditions.

Some lessons I learned apply to leadership and cyber security: practice beats theory, situational awareness matters, clear communication saves time (and sometimes lives) and simple tools often outperform complexity. Most of all, the course reinforced humility – competence grows through steady practice and teamwork.

Grateful for the experience and the reminder that fundamentals matter in any high-risk role. Stay safe!