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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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Many times officers deny the stress they are experiencing for fear of being viewed as weak or not being able to handle their job
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From the politicization of public safety to the growing influence of social media narratives, the pressures on police agencies continue to mount
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These priorities ensure leaders have the tools to inspire trust, lead effectively, and guide their teams with confidence and expertise
From dispatch and investigations to community outreach and emergency management, campus police agencies offer diverse roles in a “city within a city”
Recruitment, the opioid epidemic, climate change and mental health challenges are just as significant for police officers now as they were in the heat of the campaign
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
Innovative child care programs are changing law enforcement recruiting and retention through agency-led programs, new laws and other solutions
Bodycam footage lays bare two officers’ shocking inaction during a man’s final moments, exposing a profound betrayal of their duty to protect life
The following 10 points are what I have used in my tenure as chief of police
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
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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