By Leischen Stelter
All officers know the date they will retire, even rookies. Yet, not enough prepare for retirement. Here's how one officer developed a game plan, which included going back to school and starting a business. But the best thing he did? It's something he thinks ALL officers should do before they leave the force.
By Greg Benson
Awareness about the mental health of firefighters is improving, but an unhealthy and outdated firehouse culture is often unintentionally perpetuated by fire leadership. Here's why leaders must address PTSD and trauma in the workforce.
By Nicole Cain
The success of a police department is highly dependent on strong leaders. So what skills must law enforcement leaders possess in today's political and social climate?
By Natasha Amaral
Symptoms of post-traumatic stress are extremely common in corrections. After finding her co-worker attempting suicide, a corrections counselor decided to initiate a suicide prevention program at the PA DOC. Find out how the program addresses mental health so corrections staff can get the help they need before it's too late.
By Dr. Randall Hanifen
As baby boomer firefighters continue to retire, millennials are playing an increasingly larger role in the fire service. Here's what factors command staff must take into consideration when it comes to managing the next generation of firefighters.
By Dr. Michael Pittaro
In any profession, there are skills and characteristics that set leaders apart from the rest. Integrate these 10 practices into your daily routine to excel in a leadership role, both in the criminal justice field and beyond.
By Dr. James Burch
How do individuals working in the intelligence community become a leader when they are not necessarily “in charge” and what’s the best way for them to operate as part of a complex and stressful crisis-response environment? Learn what skills and core competencies will be required for the next generation of intelligence leaders.
