Episode 946: The Difference Between Recruiting & Retaining w/ Matt Fagiana

Join Dennis Benigno, founder and CEO of Street Cop Training, as he dives deep into the world of law enforcement in this episode featuring Matt Fagiana. Together, they explore crucial topics affecting police agencies today, from the challenges of recruiting and retaining officers to the inner workings of internal affairs. Discover the reality of being a Public Information Officer, the importance of quality training, and how to build a strong agency brand. Dennis and Matt also discuss the nuances of DUI case law, the impact of good versus bad instructors, and planning for success post-retirement. Tune in for an enlightening conversation that offers valuable insights for both current officers and those interested in the future of policing. Timestamps: 00:00:00:00 - 00:00:49:18 Teaser 00:00:49:18 - 00:05:16:01 Intro 00:05:16:01 - 00:13:07:07 Recruiting vs. retaining officers 00:13:07:07 - 00:22:46:02 Internal affairs & standards 00:22:46:02 - 00:27:51:12 The reality of being a Public Information Officer 00:27:51:12 - 00:36:45:12 The value of training & what creates a strong brand for a police agency? 00:36:45:12 - 00:52:26:10 Bad instructors vs. great instructors 00:52:26:10 - 01:01:26:16 How to read DUI case law & accessing case law 01:01:26:16 - 01:08:35:11 Having a plan after retirement & making the necessary moves for success 01:08:35:11 - 01:09:31:11 Outro