Be sure you mind the snakes in the grass! "Who are the snakes in the grass?", you ask. The snakes in the grass are men who are more interested in their own agenda than in helping others. They speak ill of other behind their backs. They dislike those who are working hard and excelling for nothing more than the love of the job. They take notes and complain about you to others of their own mindset. They spread rumors. The snakes in the grass are those who can't keep fire station kitchen conversations between brothers and are anxious to share information up the chain of command. They do the bare minimum but want to share in rewards. They are waiting in the grass. Quiet. For their moment to strike as you pass. Don't be a snake in the grass.