When you are falsely accused
Officers have a right to their good name and reputation, and so false accusations can be the most trying and humiliating experiences in an officer’s career. But false accusations can […] Read More
Labor
Is anyone listening?
Recruiting and retaining the next generation of officers
Recruitment and retention aren’t just administrative headaches anymore — they’re operational survival. Across America, more than 18,000 law enforcement agencies are fighting a common battle — not against crime, but […] Read More
The power of mediation
A critical tool that can keep HR across the street
Dave, I need your help.” A lieutenant had me on the horn, and I was intrigued by this hint of an opportunity to assist police management. He explained that one […] Read More
Differentiation in police recruitment
Turning your agency’s unique strengths into a competitive advantage
Recruitment isn’t an extra duty anymore. It isn’t something you can hand off to HR and check off a list. Every agency is hiring, and every candidate has options. They […] Read More
Building positive media relations
One breakfast burrito at a time
Her camera guy was hunched over, fidgeting away at his settings, when I walked over and offered them breakfast burritos. My offer stopped him moving, like a spotlight on a […] Read More
LEO labor and community outreach — make the haters scoff
Debunking the “police unions are corrupt” lie
If you pay attention to current events, you’ve probably heard on TV or read in print similar, broad brushed propaganda about LEO labor organizations. Usually, it’s some jerk-off with a […] Read More
