Leadership
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Want to take control of your police career and break through the ranks? Higher education could be your key to success
Amid the police recruitment and retention crisis, agencies need new techniques to transform officers into leaders
LAPD Captain Julie Rodriguez shares straight-shooting advice on crushing promotions, balancing family life, and why mentorship and sponsorship are key to keeping women in uniform
Objectives and Key Results aren’t just for tech giants. See how this powerful, data-driven approach can bring clarity, accountability and real progress to your agency
Chief Scott Hughes reveals how the FBINA transformed him professionally, physically and personally — and why every police leader should make the leap
When you show others that you care about them, they feel more comfortable with you, sense that you care about them and are likely to want to work with you
Hosted by MPD, the program brings officers from across the U.S. and abroad to Washington, D.C., for hands-on leadership development through real-world scenarios and historic site visits
How your officers feel before the workweek starts speaks volumes about your leadership
When developing a peer support program, public safety agencies must consider the program from all angles and answer key questions
From police recruit to California Police Chiefs Association president, Chief Tracy Avelar shares insights on career advancement, the importance of networking, and the need for women to support each other in law enforcement
From records clerk to the Kansas City Police Department’s first female chief, Stacey Graves shares insights on leadership, networking, and balancing career and personal commitments
The eight-term sheriff of Richland County shares his leadership philosophy, the secret to officer retention and how he balances community trust with operational effectiveness
Failing to meet the leadership obligations of the three most important questions in police liability will have consequences for any law enforcement officer or leader
From her start as an intern to leading the Redlands Police Department, Chief Rachel Tolber reflects on leadership, networking and overcoming obstacles
The Marine Corps Commandant discusses the evolving challenges in public safety, emphasizing training, decision-making and the impact of emerging technologies
Get insights into how the duty to intervene is transforming law enforcement through leadership, accountability and legal frameworks
How agencies can move beyond tech hype, integrate smarter systems and give officers real-time intel when they need it most
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By empowering officers at every level, Hermosa Beach PD turned its staffing crisis into a leadership success story — proving that recruitment and retention aren’t about incentives, but about culture
Experience builds instincts, education sharpens strategy — both shape great cops. How can agencies balance real-world grit with academic insight to recruit and train the best officers?
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Police departments are expanding their leadership teams beyond sworn officers; here’s what it means for the future of public safety
Many times officers deny the stress they are experiencing for fear of being viewed as weak or not being able to handle their job
As aspiring leaders, you have the power to shape the culture of your agency — one conversation, one decision and one action at a time
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