135: How to Plan Your Next Chapter, w/ Jess Flores of Next Shift

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In this episode, we delve into the concept of being "qualified" in the workplace, examining who gets labeled as such, who doesn't, and the underlying reasons. We explore "competency checking"—the practice of scrutinizing individuals' abilities—and how it disproportionately affects underrepresented groups, often going unnoticed or unchallenged. Our discussion aims to redefine qualifications in a fair, equitable, and actionable manner. Our guest, Shari Dunn , is an accomplished journalist, former attorney, news anchor, CEO, university professor, and sought-after speaker. She has been recognized as Executive of the Year and a Woman of Influence, with her work appearing in Fortune Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Ad Age, and more. Her new book, Qualified: How Competency Checking and Race Collide at Work , unpacks what it truly means to be deserving and capable—and why systemic barriers, not personal deficits, are often the real problem. Her insights challenge the narratives that hold so many of us back and offer practical solutions for building a more equitable future. Together, we can build workplaces and communities that don’t just reflect the world we live in, but the one we want to create. A world where being qualified is about recognizing the talent and potential that’s been overlooked for far too long. It’s not just about getting a seat at the table—it’s about building an entirely new table, one designed with space for all of us. Connect with Our Guest Shari Dunn Website& Book - Qualified: https://thesharidunn.com LI: https://www.linkedin.com/today/author/sharidunn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesharidunn Related Podcast Episodes: How To Build Emotionally Mature Leaders with Dr. Christie Smith | 272 Holding It Together: Women As America's Safety Net with Jessica Calarco | 215 How To Defy Expectations with Dr. Sunita Sah | 271 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! 🔗 Subscribe & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music…

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We talk about living outside of the blue world, over-identity and today we will talk about a huge practical application of that. Frankly, we don’t get to choose how much time we have in this job: between injuries, burnout, family decisions, and other countless circumstances.

Former officer Jess Flores of Next Shift joins me to discuss transitioning careers out of law enforcement: from her story, challenges, fears, and what things officers can do early on and ongoing to prep not only a back up career- but be the best, most well-rounded cops and individuals they can be.
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Jess Flores started her Law Enforcement career at just 21 years old and had it abruptly taken away at 31, due to injury and a failed surgery. She battled through feelings of unworthiness as she attempted to find new purpose.

After TWO very long years and just going through the motions with seemingly meaningless jobs, she began a fitness journey that turned into an entrepreneurial opportunity. She discovered her love of coaching and realized she could still serve others, just in a different way. That journey eventually led to her creating Next Shift, LLC, a transition coaching business for Law Enforcement officers. Through her business, she helps LEOs REdiscover their identity, REdefine their purpose, and REignite their passions as they prepare for and adapt to life after law enforcement.

Jess is also the host of the Next Shift Podcast, where she shares lessons learned through her own transition journey, as well as conversations with others who’ve made the transition, as well as their spouses. She is now transitioning from 1:1 coaching to a group coaching membership, Next Shift Academy. Through Next Shift Academy, she provides the tools, support, and community officers need to create their Next Shift, whether it’s a new career, side hustle, or simply embracing life after Law Enforcement.

You can find Jess on LinkedIn at http://linkedin.com/in/jessica-flores-a53a10100 and Instagram at http://www.instagram.com/_nextshift_

You can check out the Next Shift Podcast here https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-shift-podcast/id1693161975?i=1000636903434

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135: How to Plan Your Next Chapter, w/ Jess Flores of Next Shift

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You can find Jess on LinkedIn at http://linkedin.com/in/jessica-flores-a53a10100 and Instagram at http://www.instagram.com/_nextshift_

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189: Police Leadership through Care, Wellness, & Listening w/ Chief Marcia Harnden 57:50

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Send us a text Often, we see police wellness as a checkbox. So what does it take to build a legitimate wellness approach- that goes beyond programs and policies but into actual culture? Chief Marcia Harnden appears to be walking the walk- in an iconic and positive way. I first learned about her work through an article by Chris Littrell in Police1- and her professional reputation from western WA became apparent the more I talked with people who worked with and around her. Listen in to hear what Chief has learned in her experiences, that she shares humbly with us in this conversation. — Chief Harnden has been with the Albany Police Department since December 2019. Prior to her tenure at APD, she provided 25 years of public service to the Bellevue Police Department in Washington State. She served in many different specialty units at Bellevue Police and has extensive management and labor experience. Her command experience has been in Patrol, Traffic, Investigations, Narcotics, Human Trafficking, SWAT and Crisis Response. Her focus in on strengthening community partnerships and building trusted relationships to not only reduce crime but reduce the fear of crime. Chief Harnden holds a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Washington and Master’s Degree in Organizational and Applied Leadership from City University of Seattle. She is honored to serve the people of Albany and the men and women who work at the Albany Police Department. https://www.m3-academy.com/ To stay connected with the latest and exclusive content: Subscribe to the FREE newsletter at on bluegritwellness.com ! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow. Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show. Need help with entry-level OR promotional testing? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide: bluegritwellness.com/shop Email me at bluegritwellness@gmail.com ! ------------------------------------- Want a discount on the best value high-quality supplements? I've legitimately used Nutricost products easily for a decade. Whey isolate, plant proteins, collagen, vitamins, etc...?? Promo Code: BLUEGRIT - 10% off Affiliate link: https://nutricost.com/discount/BLUEGRIT -----------——————————- music credit: Drive by AShamaluevMusic…

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188: 7 Signs of Burnout- What First Responders and Police need to know w/ Cassidi Dye 52:32

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Send us a text Always looking for new health information, I came across a post by about signs of burnout. Some weren’t surprising, some perked my interest, and some were things that caught me off guard- and that I could see and feel in my own life! The post was by Cassidi Dye, who joins me in this episode, sharing why she came into working as a psychologist with first responders. She teaches us the 7 signs outlined, how they may materialize and what we all need to recognize we can do to curb them. — Cassidi Dye is a licensed master-level psychologist, licensed professional counselor, and trauma-informed coach based in Kansas City. She specializes in working with first responders, providing both therapy and coaching to help them navigate the unique challenges of their profession. With a strong background in psychological testing, crisis intervention, and mental health advocacy, Cassidi is passionate about supporting those who serve their communities. @cassididye.lmlp (IG) To stay connected with the latest and exclusive content: Subscribe to the FREE newsletter at on bluegritwellness.com ! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow. Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show. Need help with entry-level OR promotional testing? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide: bluegritwellness.com/shop Email me at bluegritwellness@gmail.com ! ------------------------------------- Want a discount on the best value high-quality supplements? I've legitimately used Nutricost products easily for a decade. Whey isolate, plant proteins, collagen, vitamins, etc...?? Promo Code: BLUEGRIT - 10% off Affiliate link: https://nutricost.com/discount/BLUEGRIT -----------——————————- music credit: Drive by AShamaluevMusic…

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187: Building a Strong Police Career, Community and Stronger Families w/ Shawn Barnes 50:52

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Send us a text In this episode, I am joined by former LEO (corrections, sheriff's deputy, police) Shawn Barnes. We cover his career progress, lessons in empathy and caring for people- from inmates to those in crisis. Shawn now serves as the director for Stronger Families- promoting first responders' health and wellness through supporting the family. We cover why family can so often take the backseat in priorities, but why and how we can bring them back into the foreground. -- Shawn brings over 15 years of extensive law enforcement experience to Stronger Families. He specializes in mental health and substance use disorder intervention and wellness. Shawn has managed critical programs and has expertise across training, tactical operations, stakeholder engagement, and program expansion. Shawn is a gift public speaker and leader. He has served as a presenter, panelist, and training instructor. Shawn is the only police officer to receive the Frank M. Adams Award for volunteer service to mental health systems. As an Advanced Peace Officer, his credentials include over 3,700 hours of accredited training from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement, alongside numerous additional certifications. Shawn lives in Corpus Christi, TX, with his wife Amy and their three children: Katia (9), Odin (5), and Nikolai (3). strongerfamilies.com To stay connected with the latest and exclusive content: Subscribe to the FREE newsletter at on bluegritwellness.com ! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow. Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show. Need help with entry-level OR promotional testing? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide: bluegritwellness.com/shop Email me at bluegritwellness@gmail.com ! ------------------------------------- Want a discount on the best value high-quality supplements? I've legitimately used Nutricost products easily for a decade. Whey isolate, plant proteins, collagen, vitamins, etc...?? Promo Code: BLUEGRIT - 10% off Affiliate link: https://nutricost.com/discount/BLUEGRIT -----------——————————- music credit: Drive by AShamaluevMusic…

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186: Police Leadership Concepts, Failures, and Scandals w/ Capt. William Fraass (ret.) 1:07:09

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Send us a text Bad cops in the news. It stings every time. So many men and women put their blood, sweat, and tears out on the line to rep the profession and serve the public. That is in a literal sense. And so, when our police leaders hit the front page with scandal, corruption, nepotism and cronyism, it feels like that much bigger of a gut punch. In this episode, I'm joined by veteran police leader, retired Capt. William "Bill" Fraass. He has done not only the deep dive in experience, but studying and capturing police leadership history and iconic contemporary examples. We discuss blemishes in leadership- to include one growing worse apparently by the week- and what responsible leaders can and should do to elevate themselves and their people. — William started his career with the Sausalito (CA) Police Department on May 21, 1996 as 19 year old Reserve Officer. During the following 27 years, William rose through the ranks to Captain with his last active duty assignment being Acting Chief of Police before suffering an injury that led to his medical retirement in 2023. A progressive law enforcement leader with extensive administrative, patrol, and investigative experience, William served in many diverse assignments. He is a graduate of the FBI's National Academy and has a Masters Degree in Criminal Justice specializing in Law Enforcement Management and Terrorism/Homeland Security. William is the author of the book Leadership in Law Enforcement: 10 Key Traits and What Law Enforcement Agencies Can Do To Develop These In Future Leaders. William is now the Managing Consultant/Owner of Code 33 Consulting LLC, a consulting group that focuses on providing consulting, training, administrative investigation, and expert witness services to public safety agencies, private businesses, and public/community groups. To stay connected with the latest and exclusive content: Subscribe to the FREE newsletter at on bluegritwellness.com ! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow. Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show. Need help with entry-level OR promotional testing? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide: bluegritwellness.com/shop Email me at bluegritwellness@gmail.com ! ------------------------------------- Want a discount on the best value high-quality supplements? I've legitimately used Nutricost products easily for a decade. Whey isolate, plant proteins, collagen, vitamins, etc...?? Promo Code: BLUEGRIT - 10% off Affiliate link: https://nutricost.com/discount/BLUEGRIT -----------——————————- music credit: Drive by AShamaluevMusic…

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185: Key Lessons, Demons & Angels in First Responder Work w/ Dennis Pishock 47:02

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Send us a text We often talk about the grind and impacts of a first responder career- on our minds, bodies, families, and general outlook. Active cop/firefighter/trainer Dennis Pishock joins me for a raw, real talk dive into the importance of health routines- from high-intensity workouts to restorative meditation practices. His "why" and belief structures came from enduring hard, dismal outlook as the trauma became so prevailing and significant, which he details in his book. It doesn't pull the punches, and parts were certainly hard to read. I am glad to have him join me on the show, offering aligned perspectives of continually pursuing personal excellence in order to build resilience and GRIT. -- Dennis Pishock is the author of “Demons and Angels”, a book about Trauma, Peer Support and how to care for yourself while in a career in public safety. He is a 24 year veteran in Law Enforcement, Firefighting, Swift Water Rescue, EMT-I, and Peer Support. He hold's rank in multiple martial arts, defensive tactics & combatives. He holds certifications in all aspects of public safety, including SPEAR Instructor, Defensive Tactics Instructor, Peer Support Counselor, Hostage Negotiator, EMT-I, and Swift Water Technician. Dennis ran his own martial arts school for 17 years and has always demonstrated an uncanny ability to motivate employees and to lead teams through high stress situations. IG: pishocks_patriots LinkedIn-Dennis Pishock pishockbooks.com Dpdemonsandangels@gmail.com To stay connected with the latest and exclusive content: Subscribe to the FREE newsletter at on bluegritwellness.com ! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow. Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show. Need help with entry-level OR promotional testing? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide: bluegritwellness.com/shop Email me at bluegritwellness@gmail.com ! ------------------------------------- Want a discount on the best value high-quality supplements? I've legitimately used Nutricost products easily for a decade. Whey isolate, plant proteins, collagen, vitamins, etc...?? Promo Code: BLUEGRIT - 10% off Affiliate link: https://nutricost.com/discount/BLUEGRIT -----------——————————- music credit: Drive by AShamaluevMusic…

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184: Career Advancement through Self-Work, Humility and Determination in Police w/ Chief Neil Dubord (ret.) 52:13

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Send us a text Soon after I entered into the police wellness space, I learned about Chief Neil Dubord's leadership philosophy and style- which incorporated wellness concepts foundationally. I learned about his Bend, Don't Break podcast, which highlights these crucial health topics for officers to endure, maintain and build resilience. It was my sincere pleasure and honor to meet and join him on the show, as it was to be able to pick his brain on leadership. He shares his outlook, and how he embraced humility and putting himself back in the forge from the beginning of his law enforcement career- and continually. Some people get impatient and don't want to do the work.. listen and learn from an extremely accomplished leader (beyond rank, but with reputation). -- Neil Dubord is an accomplished law enforcement professional and leader with over thirty-five years of experience in policing and public safety. Career highlights include executive leadership roles as the Chief of the Delta Police Department, the Chief of the Metro Vancouver Transit Police, and the Deputy Chief of the Edmonton Police Service. A respected thought leader, he has contributed to national and international discussions on incident command, crisis management, and public trust. He has delivered keynotes at major conferences, participated in international committees, and published in prominent journals on topics related to policing, leadership, and organizational change. -- It is every police leader's responsibility to not only continually develop their own skills and abilities but to prepare the next generation of leaders. Retired Capt. William Fraass helps you meet this task by providing a clear blueprint to follow in his book, Leadership in Law Enforcement. To learn more about his book and other consulting and training he provides, go to www.code33consulting.com To stay connected with the latest and exclusive content: Subscribe to the FREE newsletter at on bluegritwellness.com ! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow. Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show. Need help with entry-level OR promotional testing? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide: bluegritwellness.com/shop Email me at bluegritwellness@gmail.com ! ------------------------------------- Want a discount on the best value high-quality supplements? I've legitimately used Nutricost products easily for a decade. Whey isolate, plant proteins, collagen, vitamins, etc...?? Promo Code: BLUEGRIT - 10% off Affiliate link: https://nutricost.com/discount/BLUEGRIT -----------——————————- music credit: Drive by AShamaluevMusic…

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183: How Cops Should "WIN"/Earn Connection and Influence People (Friends, Peers, Suspects) w/ Trevor Wolcott 1:03:26

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Send us a text Leaders are Readers. And so much of leading is learning, trying, and staying humble. I had heard of "How to Win Friends and Influence People" many moons ago, but I didn't like the vibe of the title- as it felt manipulative. A wise leader I know and respect pointed out that all leadership is that in certain ways- and influencing/manipulating/compelling does not have to be coercive, authoritative, or toxic. It can and often is simply getting people to come aboard- which can involve charisma, relational trust, and simply patient and respectful communication. In this episode, I am joined by my great friend and brother and former officer (and firefighter) Trevor Wolcott. We each took a dive into the book by Carnegie and share key takeaways that are applicable to better policing with the public, leadership and team dynamics, and perhaps being a better person in general. -- Prior conversations with Trevor: Eps. 17 and 136 Referenced Eps: 38 with Bill Blowers, 49 with Chris Nielsen To stay connected with the latest and exclusive content: Subscribe to the FREE newsletter at on bluegritwellness.com ! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow. Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show. Need help with entry-level OR promotional testing? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide: bluegritwellness.com/shop Email me at bluegritwellness@gmail.com ! ------------------------------------- Want a discount on the best value high-quality supplements? I've legitimately used Nutricost products easily for a decade. Whey isolate, plant proteins, collagen, vitamins, etc...?? Promo Code: BLUEGRIT - 10% off Affiliate link: https://nutricost.com/discount/BLUEGRIT -----------——————————- music credit: Drive by AShamaluevMusic…

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182: New Tip on Adversity, Police & First Responders... Twist on Mindset for Resilience 16:06

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Send us a text Adversity, challenge, issues, problems.. If we take a beat we can recognize the power of facing, battling and overcoming these items- not just because we CAN but because we GET BETTER. Many of your gritty, growth-minded individuals find ways to regularly lean into challenge. Some of us find ways to inject and inflate adversities with the goal of betterment. That's all and well, but what about when we don't want that thing? What about when it's devastating? What about when it's a tragedy. In this episode, I heard a concept about a devastating challenge that faced someone, and how they flipped it. It had me stop in my tracks (literally, I was on a run and had to stop to make a note to revisit it). Here I share it with you, as it is absolutely critical for us as first responders, high-drive doers, movers, shakers, family leaders, and on and on... to BE our best by supporting and building our mindsets and resolve. -- It is every police leader's responsibility to not only continually develop their own skills and abilities but to prepare the next generation of leaders. Retired Capt. William Fraass helps you meet this task by providing a clear blueprint to follow in his book, Leadership in Law Enforcement. To learn more about his book and other consulting and training he provides, go to www.code33consulting.com To stay connected with the latest and exclusive content: Subscribe to the FREE newsletter at on bluegritwellness.com ! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow. Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show. Need help with entry-level OR promotional testing? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide: bluegritwellness.com/shop Email me at bluegritwellness@gmail.com ! ------------------------------------- Want a discount on the best value high-quality supplements? I've legitimately used Nutricost products easily for a decade. Whey isolate, plant proteins, collagen, vitamins, etc...?? Promo Code: BLUEGRIT - 10% off Affiliate link: https://nutricost.com/discount/BLUEGRIT -----------——————————- music credit: Drive by AShamaluevMusic…

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181: "Satisfying" Arrests, the Criminal Justice System, How to Process Outcomes 43:38

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Send us a text I received a question from one of you asking about my most satisfying arrest. It was hard to pick one, but I picked something that definitely stood out. As I went to record and talk about it- I ended up feeling a lot of things- and satisfied wasn't really one of them. I felt a bit sad about the whole thing. The victim. The circumstances, the community it affected. I tabled the idea. Some time later, two returning guests/coworkers of mine: Sam Steiner and Tessa Melville and I started bouncing some ideas around. This came back up and we explored the idea. Some intriguing themes came through that will resonate with listeners, in and out of the law enforcement community. Turns out the answer isn't quite so simple, and much has to do with the limited amount of control we in police have in the outcomes of situations. This is an important one for new and upcoming officers, as so many of us come in with the best intentions, optimism, and have to grapple with the truth of what can and often happens. To learn more about Sam and Tessa, check out episodes: 98 & 131 (Tessa), and 147 (Sam). -- Many agencies across the country are still struggling with their numbers, which impacts everyone’s wellness, and truly their ability to do their job. Enter Performance Protocol, a premier solution to address these exact challenges- helping to not only get your agency fully-staffed- but stay fully staffed. To learn more, go to performance-protocol.com . To stay connected with the latest and exclusive content: Subscribe to the FREE newsletter at on bluegritwellness.com ! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow. Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show. Need help with entry-level OR promotional testing? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide: bluegritwellness.com/shop Email me at bluegritwellness@gmail.com ! ------------------------------------- Want a discount on the best value high-quality supplements? I've legitimately used Nutricost products easily for a decade. Whey isolate, plant proteins, collagen, vitamins, etc...?? Promo Code: BLUEGRIT - 10% off Affiliate link: https://nutricost.com/discount/BLUEGRIT -----------——————————- music credit: Drive by AShamaluevMusic…

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180: A.I. and Policing : Pros, Cons, and how to Effectively Use Artificial Intelligence w/ Abel Police 33:57

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Send us a text A.I. is HERE, and like any other tool or technology, law enforcement needs to be aware of how to adopt it responsibly. When it comes to report generation, many agency leaders and officers recognize its potential, as well as hazards that can be detrimental toward policing, implementation, and prosecution. In this episode, I am joined by Daniel Francis, CEO and founder of Abel- which has the goal of reducing report writing time into mere fractions to improve officer operability and efficacy. We discuss what officers and leaders need to know, what to avoid, and how to use it responsibly. — Abel takes police body camera footage and turns it into completed police reports. Currently American patrol officers spend one third of their shift writing reports - turning that to zero would increase the effective police force by 50%, radically changing US cities. Daniel Francis is the CEO and founder of Abel, which is leveraging AI to revolutionize report writing for police. Daniel is a former member of Twitter’s transition team under Elon Musk and a software engineer. After witnessing how police understaffing affected a friend's domestic violence case, he interned at Richmond Police Department to understand law enforcement needs firsthand. Now as CEO of Abel, Daniel is working with a distinguished team of advisors from organizations including Axon, the Department of Homeland Security, OpenAI, and the International Association of Chiefs of Police to bring the latest in Silicon Valley innovation to policing. This episode is sponsored by Abel, to learn more visit abelpolice.com To stay connected with the latest and exclusive content: Subscribe to the FREE newsletter at on bluegritwellness.com ! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow. Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show. Need help with entry-level OR promotional testing? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide: bluegritwellness.com/shop Email me at bluegritwellness@gmail.com ! ------------------------------------- Want a discount on the best value high-quality supplements? I've legitimately used Nutricost products easily for a decade. Whey isolate, plant proteins, collagen, vitamins, etc...?? Promo Code: BLUEGRIT - 10% off Affiliate link: https://nutricost.com/discount/BLUEGRIT -----------——————————- music credit: Drive by AShamaluevMusic…

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179: Loss, Struggle, and Resilience for First Responders, w/ Chris Littrell and John Kelly 59:30

27 days ago59:30

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Send us a text Often, we discuss loss, grief, and resilience in this first responder career. Too often, what we see and manage in our jobs collides with the stress and trauma of our personal lives. When is enough, ENOUGH? When is it all... just too much? Fellow former police sergeant, wellness advocate, author, podcaster, returning guest and friend Chris Littrell is a shining example of what resilience looks like. He shows us that its not pretty. It's not polished. We discuss all that.. and how it is a continual effort, challenge, and process. I struggle to find the appropriate words to capture his role modeling to us all- as he has shared publicly about the unimaginable: the recent loss of his daughter, amidst his continual post traumatic growth journey. In a raw, personal, and collaborative event, we are joined by fellow former police sergeant, LEO, wellness advocate, author, podcaster, returning guest, and friend John Kelly- who has been along him in the journey- as our unified goals and to share in conversation for our first responder community- that we may all struggle a little better, TOGETHER. - Chris Littrell (Sergeant, ret.) www.gravityct.com @thatgravitypodcast - John Kelly (Sergeant, ret.) www.lawenforcementlifecoach.com john@lawenforcementlifecoach.com -- It is every police leader's responsibility to not only continually develop their own skills and abilities but to prepare the next generation of leaders. Retired Capt. William Fraass helps you meet this task by providing a clear blueprint to follow in his book, Leadership in Law Enforcement. To learn more about his book and other consulting and training he provides, go to www.code33consulting.com To stay connected with the latest and exclusive content: Subscribe to the FREE newsletter at on bluegritwellness.com ! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow. Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show. Need help with entry-level OR promotional testing? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide: bluegritwellness.com/shop Email me at bluegritwellness@gmail.com ! ------------------------------------- Want a discount on the best value high-quality supplements? I've legitimately used Nutricost products easily for a decade. Whey isolate, plant proteins, collagen, vitamins, etc...?? Promo Code: BLUEGRIT - 10% off Affiliate link: https://nutricost.com/discount/BLUEGRIT -----------——————————- music credit: Drive by AShamaluevMusic…

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178: Small Town, Big City Police, & Countless Lessons Learned from Cops Nationwide w/ Sgt. Steve Gould (Things Police See Podcast) 54:15

4 weeks ago54:15

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Send us a text In this episode, I'm joined by active police sergeant and host/creator of Things Police See. I've been on his show and am glad to be able to have him here. He shares about his career, the podcasting journey and the negativity AND positivity of police culture. Steve Gould is a police sergeant currently working in Western Massachusetts and is on his 19th year of LE service. He hosts the popular podcast, Things Police See: Firsthand Accounts . On the podcast he interviews active and retired law enforcement officers about their most intense, bizarre, and entertaining calls to service. The goal of the podcast is to give the listener an inside look to what the police actually endure on a daily basis with the hope that they will gain a better appreciation for the profession. Instagram @thingspolicesee Facebook group - Things Police See http://www.thingspolicesee.com email steve@thingspolicesee.com -- As a police leader who has responded to many mental health calls, I recognize the need for tools that enhance collaboration between behavioral health and law enforcement. Julota simplifies co-responder and crisis response programs with smarter data and communication solutions. For a demo, visit https://hubs.li/Q031xBGv0 To stay connected with the latest and exclusive content: Subscribe to the FREE newsletter at on bluegritwellness.com ! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow. Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show. Need help with entry-level OR promotional testing? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide: bluegritwellness.com/shop Email me at bluegritwellness@gmail.com ! ------------------------------------- Want a discount on the best value high-quality supplements? I've legitimately used Nutricost products easily for a decade. Whey isolate, plant proteins, collagen, vitamins, etc...?? Promo Code: BLUEGRIT - 10% off Affiliate link: https://nutricost.com/discount/BLUEGRIT -----------——————————- music credit: Drive by AShamaluevMusic…

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177: How to Improve Leadership in Police or ANY Organization, w/ Jonni Redick (ret. AC of CHP) and Oakland McCullouch (ret. Army LTC) 54:06

5 weeks ago54:06

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Send us a text Leadership principles are simple.. but execution with personalities, organizational culture, history, drama... that's where it gets really complicated really fast. In this episode, I have hard hitters in senior leadership from in and out of law enforcement. Welcoming back returning guest, Jonni Redick, retired as an Asst. Chief in the California Highway Patrol and new guest, Oakland (Oak) McCullouch, retired Lieutenant Colonel from the US Army. We hit on: -developing our people -fostering growth and ideas -supporting the positive people in our organizations -managing those who are negative and corrosive -building team and cohesion -improving communication in the ranks -building mentorship -what does checking in and supporting our people look like? Listen, engage and share! (and stay gritty!) -- Dr. Redick retired from the California Highway Patrol (CHP) as an Assistant Chief after a 29-year career. She rose through the ranks, starting as a county clerical worker and breaking the “less-than-one-percent” ceiling for women of color in law enforcement executive leadership. As Assistant Chief, she provided executive oversight to 16 field commands in the San Francisco/Bay Area, managing over 1,600 personnel and concluded her executive career in the Sacramento region, with over 11 counties. Her educational background includes a Master of Science in Law Enforcement and Public Safety Leadership from the University of San Diego and a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Organizational Change and Administration from California Baptist University. jlconsultingsolutions.com -- Retired Lieutenant Colonel Oakland McCulloch is an internationally recognized keynote speaker and the author of the 2021 release, “Your Leadership Legacy: Becoming the Leader You Were Meant to Be”. Both his leadership talk, and his book are based on his 40+ years of leadership experience in combat, peacekeeping operations, disaster relief operations and in the board room. Oak highlights principles that will benefit today’s leaders and inspire the leaders of tomorrow, in any profession and at any level of leadership. Website: https://www.ltcoakmcculloch.com - This episode is sponsored by Performance Protocol. To learn more about how to Recruit- Develop- Retain, visit Performance-Protocol.com . To stay connected with the latest and exclusive content: Subscribe to the FREE newsletter at on bluegritwellness.com ! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow. Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show. Need help with entry-level OR promotional testing? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide: bluegritwellness.com/shop Email me at bluegritwellness@gmail.com ! ------------------------------------- Want a discount on the best value high-quality supplements? I've legitimately used Nutricost products easily for a decade. Whey isolate, plant proteins, collagen, vitamins, etc...?? Promo Code: BLUEGRIT - 10% off Affiliate link: https://nutricost.com/discount/BLUEGRIT -----------——————————- music credit: Drive by AShamaluevMusic…

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176: A Word to Police Applicants & Active Officers, on the Hiring Landscape, the Career, and What Mindset you Need 9:26

5 weeks ago9:26

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Send us a text So much of my "why" is to help guide the next generation of cops, police professionals and leaders in the ways I can best. Much of that comes from sharing my experiences, missteps, and lessons learned. After many years in this career- there are many. In the episode, I paint the picture of the climate of law enforcement. While initially geared for new applicants, the message rings true for all of us that are in this realm. I focus on the importance of mindset and give prompts to how we can solidify and strengthen our own- so we can put that forth and lead our best way in the work we do. For those active officers looking to take the next step, the Police Promotional Process Prep Guide is live at bluegritwellness.com/shop. It's not just test prep (there's a lot of that) but development of mindset and leadership philosophy, with exercises, prompts, and examples. For prospective new hires- check out the Hiring and Testing Guide! (on the site as well!) -- This episode is sponsored by Arrest My Vest: an odor-eliminating spray for vests, tactical gear, bunker gear, and more! Unlike other sprays that just mask odors, Arrest My Vest eliminates them at the source, leaving your gear fresh and odor free. It’s non-toxic, natural and plant-based. Find it at www.ArrestMyVest.com or on Amazon. -- To stay connected with the latest and exclusive content: Subscribe to the FREE newsletter at on bluegritwellness.com ! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow. Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show. Need help with entry-level OR promotional testing? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide: bluegritwellness.com/shop Email me at bluegritwellness@gmail.com ! ------------------------------------- Want a discount on the best value high-quality supplements? I've legitimately used Nutricost products easily for a decade. Whey isolate, plant proteins, collagen, vitamins, etc...?? Promo Code: BLUEGRIT - 10% off Affiliate link: https://nutricost.com/discount/BLUEGRIT -----------——————————- music credit: Drive by AShamaluevMusic…

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175: Do YOUR Job, Old School vs. New School Police Academy and Patrol Dynamics w/ Sgt. Brian Anderson 1:02:21

5 weeks ago1:02:21

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Send us a text If everyone just did their jobs, wouldn't this whole police work, leadership, culture, morale thing be a little too easy? In this episode, one of my old academy mates and regional cop leader, Brian Anderson joins me to discuss back in the day, and that culture does and doesn't sync with certain aspects of current law enforcement culture. We go down memory lane, how we were taught and led and pick apart some of the dynamics of communication styles in efforts to help people become aware and armed to build better teams. This is one that should hit for any generation and experience level in police. Ultimately- that's the goal- we only have each other, so listen in and take away some thoughts and tips to help MAKE IT WORK! - Brian Anderson has been a Police Officer since July of 2007. Serving in the South King County area of Western Washington. Most of his career was in Patrol with some time in Investigations, Community Outreach and on a Regional SWAT team. He is Currently the Administrative Services Sergeant which entails supervising officers on the bicycle team, community response team, new recruit officers and Muckleshoot Indian Tribe Liaison. - Many agencies across the country are still struggling with their numbers, which impacts everyone’s wellness, and truly their ability to do their job. Enter Performance Protocol, a premier solution to address these exact challenges- helping to not only get your agency fulled staffed- but stay fully staffed. To learn more, go to performance-protocol.com . To stay connected with the latest and exclusive content: Subscribe to the FREE newsletter at on bluegritwellness.com ! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow. Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show. Need help with entry-level OR promotional testing? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide: bluegritwellness.com/shop Email me at bluegritwellness@gmail.com ! ------------------------------------- Want a discount on the best value high-quality supplements? I've legitimately used Nutricost products easily for a decade. Whey isolate, plant proteins, collagen, vitamins, etc...?? Promo Code: BLUEGRIT - 10% off Affiliate link: https://nutricost.com/discount/BLUEGRIT -----------——————————- music credit: Drive by AShamaluevMusic…

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