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Police1 columnists provide unique, on-the-job insights gathered from decades of experience working in many different types of departments and agencies across the country.
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RECENT EXPERT ARTICLES
When officers had no designated impact tool, necessity inspired officers to use firearms, radios, or flashlights to avoid the use of deadly force
In order to stay connected to the people that you lead and motivate, you need to interact with them on their terms and in their workplace – not yours
Help your teams excel by doing your part to stay educated and engaged
Policing looks different when the guy you arrested at the bar fight last Friday asks if you need help today
Maintaining your situational awareness will provide good judgment, clear analysis, and proper decisions as you face the tactical challenges of a barricaded gunmen
The “3 Cs” can increase the chances of successful decision-making and scene management during these complex incidents
Understanding how non-covered pensions reduce your Social Security benefits and what you might do about it could save you thousands of dollars
Improve the odds of retiring on your terms by taking advantage of other account and employment options
The dark thoughts we hide can become lethal. But when these thoughts are brought into the light of day, we can openly evaluate them, and remember what keeps us in the fight