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Bob Vernon

Bob Vernon

Bob Vernon, Law Officer's On Point columnist, retired from the LAPD after 37 years on the force. He earned an MBA at Pepperdine University and is a graduate of the University of Southern California’s Managerial Policy Institute and the FBI’s National Executive Institute. Vernon also founded The Pointman Leadership Institute, which provides principle-based ethics seminars around the world.

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Keeping the Peace With Weapons

In our business, a position of advantage coupled with a professional demeanor can actually prevent or reduce the need for the use of force.

Technology Decisions

Management may tend to focus on their own objectives rather than the objectives of the field officers they serve.

Keep Ahead of the Bad Guys

Police officers generally welcome in-service training and special seminars organized by and for police officers.

Providing Feedback

What's your personal career goal in this department and how can I help you get there?

Leadership & Self-Control

Who'd want to give control of their life to leaders who can't control their own?

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