(Courageous Leadership): In 1989, I was a senior in High School and I was told that I had to take a typing class to graduate. I’m not sure how I got out of the class but I plead my case...

For the last 20 years, I have been an avid student of leadership and with 20 years of middle to upper management law enforcement experience, I have had the honor to put much of it in practice. As a student,...

In today's fast-paced world, the way we lead and connect with others has shifted dramatically. The focus has moved from mere interactions to cultivating genuine relationships. This transformation is rooted in a deeper understanding of culture, passion, and purpose. The...

Leadership in law enforcement is a critical topic that often gets overlooked amidst the complexities of policing. This article will explore the essence of courageous leadership, the challenges faced by law enforcement leaders today, and actionable steps to foster a...

(Courageous Leadership): For three decades, local law enforcement has been investigated by the Department of Justice for civil rights investigations. These investigations typically involve the DOJ announcing an investigation,. the agency cooperating, and ultimately the DOJ announces their findings in...

When Donald Trump came down the escalator at Trump Tower to announce his candidacy for President, his future assassin was 13 years old. Prior to this seminal event in American History, Mr. Trump was one of the most celebrated and...

There are no shortage of talking heads on the attempted assassination of former President Trump so I will get straight to the point. It is not 1865 or 1963. It is 2024 and there isn’t a scenario where an assassin...

Law Enforcement has a talent problem but not in the way you may think. The problem is that many of our leaders are wasting it and when talent goes unused, talent will either leave or dedicate their time and energy...

To say it is difficult to write about Jim McNeff's retirement from the publishing industry is an understatement. May 31, 2024 may have been the last time Jim worked full time for Law Officer but his unwavering loyalty to the...

The days of law enforcement agencies sitting back and waiting for applications are over. While some blame that on an overall police recruiting crisis, many understand that effective processes can significantly increase applications. I have discussed the incredible success of...