When we think of leadership, we often hear words like authentic, charismatic, decisiveness, etc. but we don’t always hear about generosity. Whether it’s the profession or the Hollywood of toughness we often attribute to strong leaders, the generosity of leaders...

Welcome to a new series where we profile courageous leaders across the country. This series is hosted by Dr. Travis Yates, author of The Courageous Police Leader. Today, we discuss Albuquerque Police Officer (ret) Daniel Carr.  With two decades of...

Chief Tim Barfield (ret.) doesn't need me to defend him. In fact, Tim doesn't need anyone to defend him because there is nothing to defend. To be clear, Tim Barfield is one of the best men I know. He's a...

Regardless of your beliefs and whether you know it or not, God provided the ultimate tool for leadership in the Bible. While there are certainly some that may question that, I would challenge anyone to find a foundational leadership principle...

I recently saw an agency was hiring 10 laterals and giving a $100,000 bonus. The agency is down almost 40 officers and their offer is no doubt out of desperation but they have everything wrong. While they may pick up...

After two decades of law enforcement experience and more than one personal story of watching self proclaimed leaders bow down in times of crisis, I decided to begin using a phrase called “Courageous Leadership.” A decade ago, there weren’t many...

“While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped Him in cloths and placed Him in a manger, because there was no guest room available...

As we approach the new year, it has become more important than ever to ensure that every law enforcement in America is protected both on the job and off. There isn't a better way to do that than with our...

https://youtu.be/Szb11u3lPjw?si=3-grS3ucFmkRSxa1 (Courageous Leadership): Leadership can be a complicated concept, and if you ask a hundred people, you will likely receive a hundred different definitions. Each definition carries its own weight and significance and none of them are wrong but in...

(Courageous Leadership): In the complex world of law enforcement, sheriffs hold a unique and often unappreciated position. They not only serve as law enforcement officers but also function as political figures within their communities. This dual role creates a fascinating...