About Author
Meet Rick Anderson, a seasoned law enforcement veteran who retired after an impressive 35-year career, including 27 years as a S.W.A.T. operator, Team Leader, and Senior Team Sergeant. Rick’s commitment to excellence is reflected in his educational pursuits, holding a B.S. in Organizational Leadership and working towards an M.S. in the same field.
Since retirement, Rick has conducted Leadership and Safety consultations on leadership development, situational awareness, risk management, safety and security, team building, and Performance improvement. Rick is married to a Family Practice Doctor, has two grown daughters, and loves to travel the world and experience what it has to offer.
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Concealed Carry: Knowing the Responsibilities and Consequences – Part One
Carrying a Concealed weapon is one thing, using it is another, do you know and understand the responsibilities and consequences associated with that decision? This article series will explore just that.
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Darwin Awards: Avoid the nomination
The world is full of scientists and inventors, and many awards are related to scientific accomplishments and technological inventions. However, there is only one award for foolishness: the Darwin Award. It’s not a prestigious award, but unfortunately, it is well known. We have all no doubt heard the phrase “hold my beer,” which often precedes…
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Unveiling Your Organizational Culture’s Equilibrium: A Strategic Imperative for Leaders
Organizational culture is a dynamic force that shapes the identity and functioning of a company. At the heart of this cultural landscape lies the concept of equilibrium—the delicate balance that maintains a constant state of being. Understanding your organizational culture’s equilibrium is not just a theoretical exercise but a strategic imperative for leaders seeking sustained…
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Securing Your Family: Promoting Family Safety and Awareness in Public Places
In today’s fast-paced world, ensuring the safety of our loved ones is a top priority. When it comes to navigating public spaces, being proactive about safety and promoting awareness can make a significant difference. During my career in law enforcement, I instructed Officer Safety to recruit and veteran officers. During training courses, we always made…
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The world can be a circus; Are you situationally aware?
Life is the greatest show on earth because the world can be a circus. The events happening all around us daily can be entertaining, confusing, frightening, and dangerous. The ringmasters can lose control, and chaos can develop in the ring without warning. For this reason, you must be situationally aware, lest you become an unfortunate…
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On the outside looking in; Viewing “The Greatest Show on Earth” after retirement
In 2022, I retired from a fantastic career in law enforcement that spanned almost 35 years. These were years I will always cherish and would not change for anything. The decision to retire was complex, and it most certainly involved a lot of thought. It was the most difficult decision I have ever made. I…