Have you noticed how certain terms change once you become a peace officer? The “us against them”’ mentality or format begins to invade our perception and personality. Individuals go from being close…
Category: Connor’s Corner
Own Worst Enemy
We already work in an environment where foes may out number friends, but the evolution into an actual enemy is one of our least desired goals. And yet, many times an actual…
Surviving Shift Work
In our field, shift work is part of life. It is the inevitable consequence of offering services 24-7. Fortunately or unfortunately, it is becoming more and more common in our society, prompting…
It’s Chemistry Not Character
So says Patrick Kennedy in his new book on his family, providing a personal performance perspective for all of us when dealing with individuals within our environmental duties who have mental difficulties….
Making The Grade
MAKING THE GRADE We’re going to engage in an activity everyone has looked forward to since we first went to school, determining the grade we should receive. The subject matter is our occupation, and…