It is common to think about your security guard career path after a few years in to the job. Questions like "What are you career options after you have become a security guard?" Can you can progress to become a supervisor, a manager, a regional head. You can even start your own security guard company once you start understanding the business.
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Building Your Security Guard Career
Monday, April 20, 2015 9:44:49 AM America/Los_Angeles
Video Interviews
Monday, April 20, 2015 2:59:40 PM America/Los_Angeles
As a candidate, this is your chance to shine and show employers why you are better than your peers. The video interview gives you a chance to let your personality shine through and show that you are not just another candidate, but that you are the candidate for them.
Veterans: The Right Industry Makes Transitioning into Civilian Life Easy
Friday, May 1, 2015 1:53:55 PM America/Los_Angeles
Perhaps one of the largest challenges for returning servicemen and women is the disconnect between their expectations, and the reality of prospects for a quick entry into civilian employment. Veterans are coming from a work environment where they had regular assignments, and clearly defined roles.
Read MoreStepping Into the Security Industry
Monday, May 4, 2015 11:25:56 AM America/Los_Angeles
Security Guards today are hired by companies everywhere to maintains safe and secure environments for customers and employees.
Read MoreVets Facing Difficulty Transitioning to Civilian Jobs
Wednesday, May 6, 2015 1:34:00 PM America/Los_Angeles
A recent survey conducted by Military.com found that a majority of new veterans say they faced a difficult transition to civilian life, in part because of a challenging economic environment, but also because, in the case of most employers, veterans' use of military time and vocabulary is outside of conventional business practices.
Read MoreEssentials for Maintaining Crowd Control
Monday, May 11, 2015 2:37:17 PM America/Los_Angeles
The recent turmoil nationwide has tested the readiness and planning of America's police force -this highlights the need for effective training and pragmatic planning for proper crowd control.
Read MoreWorking in Private Security vs. The Public Safety
Friday, May 15, 2015 3:01:57 PM America/Los_Angeles
Private Security jobs have seen a healthy growth in the last fifteen years, and are expected to increase over the next decade. As state, city, and small municipalities continue to struggle with slow economic growth, their budget for hiring more police officers has not been able to keep up with the demands of public safety, and providing safer environments.
Read MoreTime to Re-Evaluate Security
Wednesday, May 20, 2015 2:59:24 PM America/Los_Angeles
Security in the face of potential threats.
Read MoreThe Importance of Being Courteous and Professional
Friday, May 22, 2015 3:36:54 PM America/Los_Angeles
Working in security requires a courteous and respectful attitude at all times. As a security professional, you will encounter monotony, uncooperative people, and sometimes seemingly overwhelming crowds. You may also be under strict deadlines, and have to disperse crowds in a timely, and safe manner. It is imperative that you never neglect your duties, and remain constantly alert for any possible threat or breach of security, but the importance of maintaining a professional, and courteous demeanor cannot be stressed enough.
Read MoreMemorial Day Offers A Chance to Honor the Fallen
Wednesday, May 27, 2015 5:09:00 PM America/Los_Angeles
For Americans, Memorial Day is traditionally known as the beginning of Summer, and many people take to the outdoors to enjoy barbecuing with their friends and loved ones. While everyone enjoys a day off from work, it would benefit us all to take a moment to reflect upon what Memorial Day is all about, and why we should appreciate it for more than just prolonging our weekend.
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