This free episode is inspired by a recent email message from a Sergeant aspiring to be Inspector. He has an uncertainty as to where to start. As with many others, he describes the CVF as "overwhelming" and is "trying to get his head around it". This is a case of Groundhog day for me and one reason why Rank Success exists to support officers. I share in this episode my response, along with supportive insights and tips if you're in a similar position. Tried and tested materials from my site...

This free episode is all about the police officer pay scales, following on from my blog. I outline the return on investment promotion brings, run through the Federation rank pay scales, compare police officer salaries across the UK, and more. -------- For regular more in-depth content targeted for your ongoing police leadership CPD like this, or if you'd just like to support my work, become a PREMIUM subscriber today for just £4.99 per...

CPD: Is yours continuous or sporadic? In this epic FREE podcast, I discuss how you can work on your CPD plan to get ahead when promotion opportunities arise. -------- For regular more in-depth content targeted for your ongoing police leadership CPD like this, or if you'd just like to support my work, become a PREMIUM subscriber today for just £4.99 per month. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ranksuccess/subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ __________ About me and Rank...

In this podcast I share some insights following my visit on 18 Sept to the Emergency Services and Tech Show at the NEC, Birmingham. Lots of tech, gadgets and equipment featured to support emergency crews including police officers and staff. The event also included CPD, data management tools and options, and ideas and options for mental health support. Robots and all sizes of drones were there too. What took my interest were a few of the facilitated talks on stage including ‘How law...

Jerone has utilised Rank Success services for support through both the Sergeant and Inspector promotion process. In this free video update, I share his in-depth story in his own words, which may well resonate with you. I then offer an array of insights and guidance to help you learn from others experience and help you on your way to promotion success. -------- For regular more in-depth content targeted for your ongoing police leadership CPD like this, or if you'd just like to support my...

Last week I had the privilege of an exclusive interview with Chief Constable Craig Guildford QPM VR DL. Craig has been Chief Constable for West Midlands Police for over 18 months, previously serving as Chief in Nottinghamshire. Like all my exclusive interviews with senior police leaders, he provides valuable learning and many pointers for aspiring police leaders everywhere. Craig kindly answers an array of questions in this 30 minutes, including his advice for aspiring officers on where to...

In this motivational hour, I cover various bases to help you become 1% better each day. Marginal gains will lead you to success, so I'll be signposting you to an array of resources to help you on your way. This is a free episode, with early access exclusively to podcast subscribers. -------- For more in-depth police leadership CPD like this, or if you'd just like to support my work, please consider becoming a premium subscriber today for just £4.99 per month. There's no minimum term...

Yes, it's Response Policing Week! Forces, the College, NPCC, and Chief Officers have been giving their warm words. But actions speak louder! So in this FREE episode, I discuss the essence of response policing, recap on yesterday's WeCops discussion, share my own experience, and provide some important leadership lessons to support the great police leadership response cops want, inspired by a Twitter thread by the influential police leader, 'JJ Sharpers'. I hope you enjoy the episode and find...

On my recent visit to Sussex Police, I asked officers there "What makes a good leader?". In this FREE episode (accessible to subscribers first) I share the findings and the completely new leadership framework I created from the dozens of Post-it notes placed in a jar. I call it the Sussex Leadership Framework (SLF). Read more about it and a visual overview in my associated blog, but for now I hope you enjoy the episode! For regular more in-depth content targeted for your ongoing police...

The College of Policing recently released a "new" CVF for 2024. But is it really all that different? In this episode, I explain why the College changed things, what the main differences are, and how promotion frameworks have changed over recent decades from the ICF to the PPF and CVF. For regular more in-depth content targeted for your ongoing police leadership CPD, or if you'd just like to support my work, please consider becoming a premium subscriber today for just £4.99 per...

Here's a dedicated episode for Sergeants seeking promotion to Inspector in West Midlands Police. This is a bespoke briefing aligned to the Inspector's role, outlining the process (application, interview and presentation), giving example interviews and scenarios, key strategic information about West Mids, and much more besides. While this is specifically aimed at West Mids officers, those in other forces seeking Inspector promotion will also find the content relevant. For regular more...

This is just a quick update about my police promotion masterclasses. __________ About me and Rank Success: As a coach/mentor supporting police promotion candidates across the UK and beyond, I aim to provide valuable and meaningful insights to help you succeed in promotion; especially those aspiring to Sergeant, Inspector and Chief Inspector. I hope you find this podcast helpful leadership CPD. Please 'pass the ladder down' and share with colleagues to support their leadership development...

Last week I was invited by Sussex Police Federation to present at their officer roadshow / engagement event. Many aspiring officers approached my stall and we had some good discussions about their views and concerns about promotion, leadership, and policing generally. In this debrief, I share some of those insights, my experiences of the event, and perspectives on what Sussex Police Federation are doing for their members. I'll be posting a write-up on my policepromotion.blog soon about...

Last week I had the pleasure of interviewing Chris Thompson, Treasurer and Dep Secretary of Sussex Police Federation. This followed an exciting engagement event they ran for officers at Sussex Police. It was a really interesting perspective speaking to the Federation about support for officers, including shining a light on some innovative practices here in Sussex Police. Pay and morale survey, national and local Federation issues, the role of the Federation, professional standards,...

I've been busy in recent months, but am now proud to share with you the fruits of my intensive labour! So this is just a quick episode summarising the features and benefits of my BRAND NEW police promotion masterclass, which focuses on 'what works' in promotion and leadership. You can download your copy securely from my site: www.ranksuccess.co.uk Check out my YouTube channel for the trailer, extended highlights, and outtakes videos all published recently. --- Send in a voice...

This week I had the privilege of interviewing Acting Chief Constable of Devon and Cornwall Police, Jim Colwell. Jim has been standing in as Chief Constable for DCP since July 2023, stepping up to the position following the suspension of Will Kerr. And as another inspiring police senior leader, he doesn't disappoint, with this exclusive discussion providing valuable learning for aspiring police leaders everywhere. A lot of ground is covered in the 40 minutes, including Jim's proudest...

Following publication by Scotland's HMIC into police wellbeing, I was inspired once again to cover this important topic. In this FREE episode (open first to subscribers), I outline the Police Scotland report, cover some key themes, then put it into context for you as an aspiring police leader. For more on police wellbeing, check out my podcast episodes 3.26 and 2.2. This episode is part of my FREE content. But if you want to be first to access podcasts, get exclusive regular premium...

What's the FAIREST police promotion process of the land? Interviews? Applications? Job performance? Inspired by commentary on police promotion processes recently by the Chief Constable of Dyfed-Powys Police, I discuss the zeitgeist of police promotion processes. In this FREE episode (open first to subscribers), I'll cover some common issues and discuss what it means for you as an aspiring police leader. Promotion processes are topical at the moment (plus ca change!), in light of the recent...

Officers moving to Australia: It's the talk of the town at the moment in policing. Both in terms of how disgruntled cops are handing in their warrant cards in droves, while Australian police forces are capitalising on the opportunity to poach good officers with a move overseas. So in this FREE episode (open first to subscribers) of Season 4, it's timely I cover this issue, because Australian forces are currently hosting engagement sessions around the country to try and entice UK officers and...

For Episode 6 of my Year of the Dragon season, I had the pleasure of interviewing Darren Lockley, a retired Superintendent. This podcast is another inspiring interview for aspiring officers. We cover a lot of ground between his start in policing just after ‘Life on Mars’ :-) through to his fresh new start outside of policing as a senior manager more recently and after a few years enjoying retirement. Lots of insights and tips for you to listen in on, as we chat about his career experience...

In S4E5, I provide highlights of and insights to an important policing report few have noticed, to help you get to grips with the wider context of your police leadership expectations. In this FREE episode (subscriber-only access at first), I review a useful Police Foundation report called 'Getting the Right Things Done', derived from its Cumberland Lodge Policing Conference. This report was published very recently, but is packed full of insights to help give aspiring promotion candidates...

For S4E3, I had the privilege of interviewing former Assistant Chief Constable of Devon and Cornwall Police, Paul Davies. I asked him a range of questions on policing and leadership, to which his responses are insightful and fascinating. We cover a range of subjects, with loads of lessons for aspiring police leaders everywhere, whether you seek promotion or lateral career development. Topics include the promotion process, his own failure in promotion and what he learned, CPD, leadership...

I use the latest State of Policing Report for England and Wales as a base to discuss discipline and standards. I cover the report itself, but do so focusing in on the controversial topic of discipline, standards, and your future police leadership role in maintaining these. In this FREE episode (with advanced preview for subscribers only), I give a verbal walk through the key points and give my perspective. Issues covered include Mohican hairstyles, beards, and earrings. I even cover example...

The College of Policing have just launched the new Code of Ethics. Many are confused as to what was wrong with the old one. But in any case, it's now published and online! At over 10,000 words and with reems of scrolling through hundreds of bullet points on the College's website, it's not the easiest to get your head around. So in this FREE episode (with advanced preview for subscribers only), I give a verbal walk through the key points and give my perspective and assessment. Here's the...