Leadership
What an ancient philosophy can teach modern police leaders
First responders need to prioritize mental health and seek help when needed
Multiagency peer support teams provide confidential, compassionate support across agency lines; learn how they enhance well-being
Modern LE could learn much from how the military prepares its people to accomplish difficult tasks in challenging environments
General Stanley McChrystal’s experience fighting Al Qaeda in Iraq offers key lessons on how to lead in a changing and unpredictable environment
Staying awake isn’t the only goal of fatigue management – being tired is dangerous for everyone
Strong leadership makes all the difference in law enforcement
For most agencies, off-duty opportunities are here to stay, but the dash for cash must be optimized to meet the mission of the department first
Sensitivity to workplace attitudes is a leadership issue that requires forward thinking and collaborative policy-making
The 36th Chief of Police of the Orlando Police Department spoke at the National Police Foundation Annual Dinner at IACP 2018
Gordon Graham shares his top tips for how police leaders can attract the right candidates who will stay the distance
How law enforcement officers are learning to cope with the effects of trauma and stress
An official said the department will keep desk officers on patrol until they’re no longer needed or the department can no longer function with administrative duties going undone
Good leaders find the right balance between compassion and command
Here are four strategies to foster the professional development of your officers even when you cannot offer them a promotion
Decisive action imposed on subordinates is needed in the chaotic tactical environment, but there are good reasons for engaging in collaborative decision-making when time allows
True leadership isn’t a self-assessment; it’s a position that is measured by your peers and earned by the troops that trust and respect you enough to follow you into the field
On October 8, 1918, Alvin York led an attack on a German machine gunnest, which led him to become one of the most decorated U.S. Army soldiers of World War 1
The increase — 30 percent over the next three years — will, for the first time in the department’s recent history, make officer wages competitive with other agencies in the region
There are enough major scandals and gaffes in law enforcement under today’s public scrutiny that we often forget that major issues start as unattended weeds
The real measure of courage is getting past the fear, even when you’re scared out of your mind
In this podcast segment, Jim and Doug discuss the traits of a good leader
The results of a recent poll have tremendous implications for police officers and their agencies
Five years made a world of difference to first responders on the ground in Boston on race day
Your involvement in an EOC will allow you to represent your department at the highest level in an emergency response incident command role
Police officers serve their communities in three fundamental ways – as warriors, servants and leaders
Larry Esquivel was abruptly fired from his current job as chief of Tracy police under mysterious circumstances
Creating a skill level that allows the community policing ethic to be part of your agency’s core culture must be intentional
“Labeling the entire criminal justice profession as ‘racist’ spreads false and damaging information about our members”
The U.S. Border Patrol has its first female chief in its 94-year history
Calling it a historic occasion, Democratic Mayor Marty Walsh administered the oath of office to William Gross in front of a standing-room only crowd
The public often second guesses actions of officers days or weeks after high-profile events – here’s how police leaders can direct the discussion
How can leaders motivate their officers to perform at optimal levels?
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