Building Organizational Leadership: Part 2
A conversation between Lt. Jermaine Harris, Chicago Police Department, and Willie Crump, National Unit Chief for Narcotics and Contraband Smuggling, Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
The law enforcement profession has faced a number of crises in recent years that have negatively impacted recruitment and retention as well as community relationships. In the face of these challenges, it can be tempting for leaders to shift into micromanaging their teams to avoid mistakes, which can lead staff to feel paralyzed. Instead of resorting to micromanagement, a servant leadership approach can help motivate teams and re-establish a culture of mutual respect between agencies and the communities they serve.
During their conversation, Lt. Harris and Chief Crump reference the American University report “Re-Envisioning Police Training in the U.S.: Rejecting the Status Quo, Speeding the Pace of Progress Toward a True 21st Century Model.” Get the report here.