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4 tips for correctional officers who were passed over for a promotion

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A career is the sum total of your experiences, positive and negative

5 challenges that blindside rookie COs

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Staying positive is priority number one when working in corrections

Using technology to reduce recidivism: A novel approach to resident communications and resources

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Tyler Technologies

From a kiosk, tablet or handheld device, incarcerated residents can maintain critical family ties, access medical care and education and keep track of court dates while increasing public safety staff efficiency

What can go wrong in the prison chapel?

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While there are inmates who are sincere about their religious beliefs, many do not use the chapel for its intended purpose

Have you ever doubted your abilities?

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In this episode of Tier Talk, Anthony Gangi discusses the dangers of doubt

How to empower your employees in corrections

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Look to empower - not micromanage - your employees

Principles for success as a CO: Inmate safety

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While the inmates in our care have been legitimately deprived of liberty, they still have certain constitutional rights

Are you afraid to make a decision?

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Anthony Gangi discusses the importance of committing to an act and never standing frozen

10 behaviors that stifle career advancement in corrections

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If you work in an agency that offers career development opportunities, certain behaviors will deter your progression

4 things that change once you become a correctional supervisor

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Are you ready for the profound changes that take place when you transform from correctional officer to supervisor?

Moving past 'if only' thinking

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Don’t let two little words stand between you and the relationships you’d like, the career satisfaction you desire and the personal achievement you dream of

Sample guideline for bottom bunk requests

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Since medical providers must be fair and consistent, it is important to differentiate medical need for a low bunk from requests made for non-medical reasons