Understanding Psychological Suitability in Public Safety

Building Confidence in the Next Generation of Public Safety Professionals

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2309313/fan_mail/new] In the next installment of our Next Generation of Public Safety Professionals series, we're exploring the critical role confidence plays in developing successful public safety professionals. Join Elizabeth and Gary as they sit down with Major Mantrese Dodson of the Alamance County Sheriff's Office in North Carolina for a thoughtful conversation on how leaders can help build confidence early in a person's career, why confidence matters for performance and retention, and what agencies can do to better support the next generation entering the profession.

Coaching the Next Generation of Public Safety Professionals

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2309313/fan_mail/new] We're kicking off a new series aimed at the next generation of candidates entering the public safety workforce. This episode explores the critical differences between training and coaching in public safety, emphasizing how coaching fosters resilience, adaptability, and continuous development beyond initial training. Leaders learn practical strategies to build a culture of coaching that enhances performance, reduces turnover, and prepares professionals for real-world challenges.

Understanding Psychological Suitability in Public Safety

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2309313/fan_mail/new] What does it truly mean for a candidate to be psychologically suitable for a role in public safety? In this episode of Mind Matters, hosts Elizabeth Morris and Gary Fly are joined by FMRT’s Lead Psychologist, Dr. Peter Schulz, to break down one of the most critical and often misunderstood parts of the hiring process.  This conversation provides a clear, high-level look at how psychological suitability is defined in the context of public safety, how it differs from general mental health or clinical diagnosis, and why it plays such an essential role in selecting candidates for high-stakes positions.  Whether you’re involved in hiring or leading a team, this conversation offers valuable insight into how strong, defensible processes lead to stronger departments.

Her Badge, Her Voice: A Conversation with a Police Chief Leading in Public Safety

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2309313/fan_mail/new] Join us as we explore the leadership journey of Chief Christy Wentzell of Brevard Police Department, highlighting her diverse experiences, leadership evolution, and insights on fostering a positive police culture.

Hiring Insight Before the Background: The Evolution of the FMRT BRAINS Assessment 2.0

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2309313/fan_mail/new]  In this mini episode of Mind Matters, FMRT CEO Elizabeth Morris is joined by Victoria Tumilty, Research and Business Development Specialist at The FMRT Group, to discuss the launch of BRAINS™ 2.0, the newest evolution of FMRT’s pre-screening assessment designed specifically for public safety hiring.  Together, they explore the research and development behind the updated assessment, including feedback gathered from chiefs, command staff, and background investigators across the profession.  To learn more about BRAINS™ 2.0 or schedule a walkthrough of the assessment, contact learnmore@fmrt.org.