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William “Bill” Harvey has been the chief of the Lebanon City (Pa.) Police Department since 2002. He retired from the Savannah (Ga.) Police Department where he worked assignments in training, patrol, and CID. Harvey has more than 20 years of experience working with recruits, rookies, and FTOs.

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Archive - August 2008

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Fear of Failure

Failing to succeed is not the end of the world.

August 08, 2008

If there ever was a true fear of young officers, I think I know it. No, it is not the gun-wielding psychopath. Nor is it your patrol car spinning out of control over a cliff. Deep down, it is the fear of failure.

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author: William Harvey | posted @ Friday, August 08, 2008 5:35 PM | Comments(0)

How to Interview for the Job

An oral interview may be the toughest conversation you've ever had. Are you ready?

August 08, 2008

You have completed the written test, physical agility test, and background investigation with flying colors. Now comes along the next hurdle toward your goal of becoming a law enforcement officer, the interview.

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author: William Harvey | posted @ Friday, August 08, 2008 5:16 PM | Comments(1)

Transient Cops

Moving in hopes of securing a better job isn't always the best choice.

August 08, 2008

You may have thought I was writing about Transit Authority cops. This week's column is actually about cops who move to follow work or whenever their conditions change. I want my readers to make proper choices and hopefully avoid some pitfalls.

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author: William Harvey | posted @ Friday, August 08, 2008 4:31 PM | Comments(1)

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