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Breaking the Communication Barrier

Breaking the Communication Barrier

Security Consultant, Ben Hockman, shares tips on breaking the communication barrier when operating in foreign countries where the locals do not speak your native language. Specifically, the advantages he experienced, having Spanish language skills while working on an assignment in Colombia.

Have You Got A Career Plan?

Have You Got A Career Plan?

Have you planned out a safe secure route for yourself and what you hope to accomplish? Have you made a plan that shows where you are going and how you are going to get there?

Journalists Behaving Irresponsibly

Journalists Behaving Irresponsibly

What is it with hurricanes and journalists behaving irresponsibly in such extreme conditions? As a security advisor to media teams, I can hardly believe my eyes. Understandably, a lot of pressure comes from TV bosses, sat in warm, safe studios who want to compete with other network providers by having their employees take needless risks, but it’s time for individuals to take responsibility for their own safety and set an example to younger ‘green’ journalists entering the profession.

Readiness and Commitment

Readiness and Commitment

There is no better feeling than to get ‘the call’ and you be able to say, “I’m prepared to move when you are”. You’re not “ready” because you took an Executive Protection course, or because you did a detail last week, you’re “ready” because you’re constantly prepared and stay that way and able to provide services at any moment. Follow these tips to help you remain alert and ready at all times.

Mission Creep

Mission Creep

Mission Creep   Mission creep [definition]:  Gradual increase in scope: a tendency of military operations in foreign countries to increase gradually in scope and demand further commitment of personnel and resources as the situation develops. We can all agree that there is a certain level of customer service that is needed to maintain client/protectee satisfaction.  We […]

What are the Characteristics of a Good Bodyguard?

What are the Characteristics of a Good Bodyguard?   There are many different reasons why different people may want to employ a bodyguard, it may be a celebrity wanting to look good who employs a BG as an “image thing” or it may be someone whom has a genuine threat against themselves or their family.  […]

A Day in the Life: Assisting On a Protection Assignment

A Day in the Life:   Assisting On a Protection Assignment   You are at home getting some rest, and your cell phone rings. It’s the call you have been waiting for. The Team Leader on a Protective Security Detail is telling you they need last minute assistance to provide security for a well known recording […]

Working in the Maritime Security Industry

Working in the Maritime Security Industry

Working in the Maritime Security (MARSEC) Industry By Kevin ‘Knocker’ Whyte Maritime Security has become the new ‘Must Enter’ sector of the security industry, with long established MARSEC companies and new start-ups alike, picking up manpower intensive contracts to provide Armed and Unarmed security services on board vessels transiting High Risk areas, such as the Gulf […]

Close Protection – The Softer Skills

Close Protection – The Softer Skills

Avoid the most common mistakes, follow the golden rules and perfect the softer skills of Close Protection

Working with a VIP doesn’t make you one

Working with a VIP doesn’t make you one

Sometimes, close protection agents have a tendency to define themselves based on the status of their Principal. However, it’s worth remembering that working with a VIP doesn’t make you one!

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Muscle Recovery: Essential to Your Next Workout

Muscle Recovery: Essential to Your Next Workout

To avoid rehab, athletes need to be thinking about pre-hab. Get ahead of an injury before it happens. Muscle recovery should be part of every training plan.

So, You Want To Be A Celebrity Protection Agent?

So, You Want To Be A Celebrity Protection Agent?

“Elijah, I’m glad you choose me for the assignment, just so you know I have to be home on the 15th as my son has his little league try-outs.”  I’ll have to be honest and say, if the assignment extends past the 15th, I’m likely going to use someone else from the outset.  Why?  Because VIP clients appreciate familiarity but the rotation of celebrity protection agents does not project stability, instead, it implies just the opposite.

Security Systems For Businesses

Security Systems For Businesses

Whatever the size of the business, whether it is small or large, retail or commercial, it is guaranteed to have a range of valuable assets like computer systems, data and other expensive items that are at risk of theft.

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The DEEP End

The DEEP End

the Deep End, the (Dynamic Evolution Of Executive Protection) can you swim? Since the beginning of time, everything from man to nature has or is evolving; the protection theater is no different.

Guide to Contracting & Subcontracting Security Services

Guide to Contracting & Subcontracting Security Services

A Guide to Contracting & Subcontracting Security Services. Market yourself appropriately and professionally, create a large network, do a good job whenever you are given the opportunity and follow up.

Celebrity Protection and Touring

Celebrity Protection and Touring

An Introduction to Celebrity Protection and Touring, is a new book by Circuit Editor, Elijah Shaw and regular contributor, Dale June. The book offers a peek behind the scenes of the close protection industry, more commonly known as the bodyguard business.

Global Risk

Global Risk Roundup January 2019

Global Risk Roundup January 2019

Our Global Risk partners, Drum Cussac, provide in-depth analysis of global risks via in-house experts, cutting edge technology and through a comprehensive global source network. Here is your summary of the incidents you need to know about from the last 30 days.

Global Risk Roundup – December 2018

Global Risk Roundup – December 2018

Our Intelligence and Analysis Partner, Drum Cussac provides in-depth analysis of global risks via in-house experts, cutting edge technology and a comprehensive global source network. Global Risk Roundup, December 2018 Edition. Hotspots include Nigeria, Iraq, Vietnam, Phillipeans, Yemen, USA, Hungry, Bolivia, France, Belgium, Egypt & Bangladesh.

Global Risk Roundup – November 2018

Global Risk Roundup – November 2018

Our Intelligence and Analysis Partner, Drum Cussac provides in-depth analysis of global risks via in-house experts, cutting edge technology and a comprehensive global source network. Global Risk Roundup, November 2018 Edition.

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Managing the Green Room

Managing the Green Room

In a perfect world, a green room provides both comfort and security.  It should be the principal’s temporary home away … >>>

A Day in the Life: Assisting On a Protection Assignment

A Day in the Life:   Assisting On a Protection Assignment   You are at home getting some rest, and your cell phone … >>>

The DEEP End

The DEEP End

Ladies and Gentlemen welcome to the Deep End, the (Dynamic Evolution Of Executive Protection) can you swim? Since the … >>>

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Security Systems For Business

Security Systems For Business

How To Choose The Best System For You As a business owner, your mind can only be put fully at ease when you are certain … >>>

Global Incidents: 13 July 2013

Global Incidents: 13 July 2013

Global Incidents: 13 July 2013   Critical Information Egypt: Cairo prepares for rival Ramadan protests. India: … >>>

SIA News

SIA News

Security bosses jailed for immigration and security offences 18 March 2014 On Friday [14 March], a director and manager … >>>

Global Incidents: 20-Mar-13

Global Incidents: 20-Mar-13

Global Incidents – 20 March 2013   CRITICAL INFORMATION Cyprus: Crisis talks after bailout rejection. Israel: … >>>

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