Even in a competency based interview the questions “Tell me about yourself” or "Why should you be promoted?" are often the first things you’ll hear. They may seem like icebreakers,... read more →
We recently ran a Twitter poll with some concerning results. We asked what officers thought the fairest way was of deciding promotion. The results are above. As you can see... read more →
Competency-based interviews and strength-based interviews are two distinct approaches used in recruitment and selection to assess candidates and enable a more informed decision by the recruiting force. Although competency based... read more →
In discussions with officers from many forces (especially GMP, PSNI & MPS), it’s becoming clear that forward facing or situational questions are coming popular again in police promotion processes. Lots... read more →
Situational Leadership is a leadership theory that suggests that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to leadership. Instead, effective leadership depends on the leader's ability to adapt to the needs of... read more →
New Year is obviously a time when resolutions are put in place and we have a clear vision for the year ahead, whether it be personal or professional. So how... read more →
As you will know from our previous blogs (or if you have attended one of our masterclasses, online or 1:1 coaching sessions), having a plan is vital for success at... read more →
Over the last few months, we have had lots of conversations with officers who are receiving conflicting advice on the style and process of how their boards are being marked... read more →
When in an interview (or in any situation where you wish to portray strength) body language or non-verbal communication is critical to how you will be seen and judged by... read more →
A common question that we are asked at bselectedpolice Towers is “How long do I need to prepare for my board?” In our opinion the easy answer is always, ‘as... read more →