Leadership
Preparing for the future is an ongoing process that begins the first day on the job
Your subordinates will look to you for answers in the moment of truth. Will you be ready for them?
From grappling to weapon retention, this year’s “What Cops Want” survey responses reveal what skills officers say are missing and how training programs can evolve
Dr. Cherylynn Lee shares what it takes to move wellness from talk to practice and why most agencies fall short
Volusia County’s veteran sheriff reveals how mentorship, open communication, and agile recruiting can rebuild community trust and equip law-enforcement teams to face today’s fentanyl-driven and talent-short challenges
After our first attempt at executive mentorship fell short, we turned to an unlikely source: the WD-40 company’s coaching culture
Promotion doesn’t prepare you for moral gray zones, fractured teams, or public pressure — adaptive leadership does
Elon Musk’s third principle offers a framework for law enforcement to solve problems at the root and strengthen operational effectiveness through smarter strategies
Lessons from two real-world sudden promotions show how to lead with clarity, earn trust and drive change from day one
The first 90 days can make or break your tenure. Here’s how to get it right
Gordon Graham shows leaders how to turn near-misses into breakthroughs, harness focused training and mentorship, and build a culture where excellence is the everyday standard
Clarifying your purpose can sharpen decision-making, guide your career and build moral resilience
Peter Moskos shares lessons from a policing revolution that cut murders by more than 1,500 in a decade
From hostage situations to mass casualty events, each book presents an opportunity to learn, question and grow
Rochester PD’s simple feedback tool became a catalyst for transparency, accountability and trust among officers and leadership
Learn why outcome-based leadership is crucial for making meaningful changes in your agency and community
After enduring discrimination, harassment and retaliation at my agency, I’m sharing 13 steps to help police leaders protect their officers — and stop driving the good ones out
Studying organizational leadership can help you foster the right skills and tools to lead and succeed with intention
Flagler County Sheriff Rick Staly explains how A&E’s “Booked: First Day In” is helping bust myths, boost morale and bring new recruits through the jailhouse doors
Inside Overland Park PD’s strategy to build a pipeline of confident, capable leaders through mentorship and hands-on training
Apply Elon Musk’s second principle to policing by using Lean Six Sigma and audits to challenge assumptions and improve performance
From self-awareness to conflict resolution, here’s how emotionally intelligent leaders earn trust and get results
Solo patrols, delayed backup and underfunding top the list of officer safety concerns in Police1’s latest ‘What Cops Want’ survey
The agencies that invest in recruitment and retention strategies will be the ones that build strong, dedicated teams for the future
Facial recognition in law enforcement is promising, but concerns about accuracy, bias and privacy demand careful implementation
NLEOMF also names Chief Tom Manger for lifetime achievement and Craig Floyd for distinguished service at annual board awards
Today’s officers want meaning, balance and leaders who listen. Here’s how to evolve without losing the identity that makes policing strong
Rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach, bespoke leadership calls on law enforcement leaders to tailor their style to meet the evolving needs of individual team members
Top police leaders share best practices for the job and setting their people up for success
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