STAFF DEVELOPMENT
A reading program provides a number of benefits . It offers a relaxed environment to discuss topics that are a priority for the chief , staff develop stronger connections with each other , and brings more consistency to the department operations . Staff get to come together with co-workers they do not see very often and discuss the challenges they are experiencing . The discussion also empowers influencers to share the message across the organization . Probably the most important benefit of these programs is it teaches new concepts and how to apply them in a practical environment .
Agencies reading lists have used included : 10 Steps to Empowerment by Diane Tracy Coming In First by Dr . Jack Llewellyn Command Performance : Career Guide for Police Executives by William Kirchhoff Developing the Leaders Around You by John Maxwell Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink It ’ s Your Ship by Captain Michael Abrashoff Leadership Strategy and Tactics by Jocko Willink The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey The 24-Carrot Manager by Gostick & Elton The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by John Maxwell The Energy Bus by Jon Gordon The Leadership Secrets of Colin Powell by Oren Harari The Outward Mindset by The Arbinger Institute The Winner Within by Pat Riley .
We would like to thank Chief John Robison ( Alpharetta Police Department ), Deputy Chief Marty Ferrell ( Marietta Police Department ), and Major Trent Lindgren ( Alpharetta Police Department ) for their contributions for this article .
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