Leadership
When poor practices are modeled, the consequences can be long-lasting; here’s how leadership can step in early to set new officers up for success
San Pablo Police Chief Brian Bubar on face-to-face leadership, carrying the torch of mentorship and making every conversation count
Unlike a physical injury, a mental traumatic injury like police PTSD can happen almost daily
The most relevant and important human factors that every investigator, administrator and trainer should understand when conducting use-of-force investigations and reviews
Young officers are great employees; however, they require some specific things from their leadership in order to have a successful police career
Police face high rates of mental health issues like stress, PTSD and suicidal ideation; fixing this is key to effective public safety
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Bodycam footage lays bare two officers’ shocking inaction during a man’s final moments, exposing a profound betrayal of their duty to protect life
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Retired Assistant Sheriff Sasha Larkin shares her journey through law enforcement at LVMPD, her strategies for successful retirement planning and how she transitioned to a leadership role at FIFA
Attract police recruits with these actionable insights from a BJA/COPS Office report
Delegation is a cornerstone of effective leadership, helping leaders focus on strategy while empowering teams to thrive — so why do so many shy away from it?
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Denton Police Chief Jessica Robledo reveals how mentorship shaped her leadership, and the secrets to building trust and inspiring her team
Cops want to be part of the solution to the problems and challenges they face – maybe leaders and politicians should be willing to listen to the people doing the real work
My trainees taught me invaluable lessons about leadership I used throughout my law enforcement career
Strategies to motivate officers, foster proactive policing and embrace innovation in leadership
Report identifies preventable failures in communication, planning, execution and leadership on and before July 13 incident
Jim Dudley and Tom Gandy unpack the struggles, triumphs and lessons of 2024 for law enforcement, offering bold strategies to empower frontline officers in 2025
Sergeant Justin Collins shares how the program is creating sustainable recruitment pipelines, building community trust and preparing the next generation of police officers
How mentorship, advocacy and progressive policies are essential for equipping female officers with the necessary tools for leadership roles
Gamification, curiosity-driven engagement and adapting to a tech-savvy generation — learn how to connect with the next wave of law enforcement recruits
Key insights on performance excellence in law enforcement from experts Gordon Graham and Bryan Selzer and how data, training and positive reinforcement elevate your agency
Inaccurate police performance data can lead to missteps in law enforcement; here’s how well-tuned performance reporting can help
If your department isn’t running smoothly, the problem might start at the top. Learn why the chief’s leadership is the lifeblood of a healthy organization
Foster deeper connections and boost team cohesion by implementing these impactful strategies
“I dream every single night, wake up and feel like I worked all night in my sleep,” one officer said, highlighting the growing toll of fatigue
Sheridan Police Chief Jeffrey A. Martinez discusses the value of standing for what’s right, fostering trust, and building a culture of respect and professionalism
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Law enforcement agencies have long focused on engaging the public, but internal communication is equally important
“I am ready and on the clock,” Former Detroit Deputy Mayor Todd Bettison said
A leader who is open to ideas from peers and subordinates will always be a more effective leader than the person who believes they already know enough and can make decisions on their own
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