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Podcast Quick Clip: How cops can make themselves more promotable

Self-evaluation, continuing education, and other keys allow successful candidates to make the jump up to the next level in the chain of command

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Having served on a variety of teams and in an array of assignments — FTO, SWAT, K-9, and others — does not necessarily prepare an officer for promotion to sergeant, or a sergeant for promotion to lieutenant. The individuals who are most likely to be promoted focus in on acquiring the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the position for which the person is applying. Jim and Doug discuss how self-evaluation, continuing education, and other keys that allow successful candidates to make the jump up to that next level in the chain of command.

Policing Matters law enforcement podcast with host Jim Dudley features law enforcement and criminal justice experts discussing critical issues in policing
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