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In the bodyguard industry to move ahead we must keep educating our selves’ year-after-year to meet the ever-growing demands and to remain competitive, bodyguard training seminars is a great place to start. There are certain rules which should be attended to; here are some strategies for attending a bodyguard training seminar to get the most from the training experience, adding more skills as well as making professional contacts in the industry.

Arrive at the bodyguard seminar early and be prepared this includes bringing your business cards, researching the bodyguard trainers and speakers at the seminar (backgrounds and specialties). This way you’ll be better informed about the training and be able to carry on a knowledgeable conversation with them and the other attendees. Don’t forget to bring a notebook for writing down notes and information on the contacts you make.

Networking is the bread and butter of the bodyguard industry get to know the attendees at the training event as well as the hosts. Try to look and carry yourself as a professional (haircut, sport jacket and immaculate grooming). By being a clean-cut professional type, you’ll make the best possible impression and be more approachable. Make sure you bring back a stack of business cards from the contacts you make and follow-up with them in the possibility of building a strategic professional relationship in the bodyguard business.

Socialize responsibly after the bodyguard training seminar; mentally gear yourself up to talk with the attendees, the bodyguard trainers and speakers. This means having a stricter game plan; don’t drink or talk to much, extend your hand first, make good eye contact, be a good listener and learn the ropes. Be attentive and respectful to all. Don’t lose focus, keep your objectives clearly in mind – to get plugged into the bodyguard network and learn all you can about the industry. Show your genuine passion and enthusiasm, but never boastful or arrogant.

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The current economic situation has many bodyguards stressed; it’s a tough world out there. The most important thing to do is not to panic, even if you been off the circuit or out of work for awhile. No matter what situation you’re in remember economic downturns don’t last forever and now is a good time to take control of your training, focus on relevant bodyguard marketing and to make wise career choices.  You have to start taking some drastic measures in a calm and professional manner.

Training and marketing needs to become the topic of the day and it’s advisable to start to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of your bodyguard services. Devote time to learn as much as there is to know about the industry. Don’t become complacent and master only a few basic BG tasks.

Now is the time to brush-up on your advance work, proper techniques of security, violence risk and threat assessment, stalking and workplace violence prevention, firearms training, intelligence, logistics, medical and other BG technical skills to make you more marketable in the industry.

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To make it through rough financial times we as executive protection businessmen and women need to readjust our EP outlook with serious and committed new strategies. Don’t let worry weigh you down, get out and start building your business with these EP business tips.

1. Business of service. First and foremost we are in the customer service business and should develop a customer service attitude by placing the client first. Show your clients and prospects that they are respected, valued and are significant, that through your service and devotion you will keep them and their families safe by always acting in their best interest. When you focus on what’s right for the client and they see you are bound by a high code of ethics and customer service they will have no doubt in their minds to hire you.

2. Keep focused. Keep your mind focused, positive and strong, don’t run from tough financial times; use it as positive energy to keep goal-oriented each day and to increase your self-discipline in taking efficient action for retaining your current EP clients and attracting new ones. With the clients you do have try to increase the EP assignment volume. Let them know that you are not working only for a paycheck; you’re working because you love to do what you do.

3. Be cost-effective. Run a leaner, more cost-effective and efficient EP business; eliminate all clutter. Start conserving your cash, monitoring your cash flow, ensuring your EP business expenses and your lifestyle are in line with your accounts receivable. It should be your decision to be resilient and overcome any finical adversity in a cost-managed way.

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Setting a salary goal is an important factor when entering into the Bodyguard industry; analyze how much money you require per year and know what the current salary range is for the Bodyguard position you are interviewing for.

Your military, law enforcement, personal security detachment or private sector   background experience and strength that you bring to the Bodyguard position will be a great factor in your salary negotiation. Your strengths should include providing consistent thoughtful Bodyguard effort; this way you’ll be paid good money for the value you provide.

You have invested Bodyguard training and have hard-earned Bodyguard experience, now you should start preparing for a great salary from your Bodyguard career. The best scenario would be that you get your asking price or more (benefits, medical, vacation, etc.). Some questions the interviewer may ask in regards to compensation include:

•    What salary are you looking for in the job at (insert company name)?

•    What package are you looking for in the job at (insert company name)?

Most of the time Bodyguard positions are a fixed package and not open to salary negotiations.  However, if the position is open to salary negotiations here are some recommendations:

Never attempt salary negotiations before they actually offer you the position. Stay away from talking about the BG salary package until as late in the hiring process as possible.

When it is time to bring up your BG salary expectations know the smallest salary package that you are willing to accept and a perfect, maximum amount you’d be happy to accept. Do not give out the figures you have in mind.  Make sure the interviewer provides the salary figure first, before you start negotiations.

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