I am committed to not letting my friendships influence my decisions, whether it is right or wrong. Furthermore, just because they are your friends, does not give them an excuse, or a free pass for their actions. As a law enforcement officer, it is important to uphold those standards to everyone. This can also be said when friends ask for a favour. I will not do any favours for my friends that will be an abuse of my powers.
6. I am committed to not letting my personal beliefs influence my professional decisions. For my personal beliefs, I am committed to not let my personal beliefs drive my professional decisions. It is easy to jump to a conclusion based on personal beliefs, and not hear another person’s perspective. However, it is important to remain open-minded as law enforcement officers are problem-solvers. Being open-minded can aid in finding other solutions to the problem, but if my personal opinions influence my professional work, I cannot solve issues to the best of my ability. I do not have to agree with their opinion, but be willing to accept and understand them.
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Hard-work is important in law enforcement, as the nature of the job is not easy. If I do not give it 100% effort, it could affect my co-workers and the community I am serving. Moreover, if I did not put in the effort, I will feel guilty that I did not try my best, when I could have.
13. I am committed to leading by example. I am committed to leading by example, as I will never tell someone to do something I would not do myself. In law enforcement, situations maybe presented where I might have to tell someone to do something, or follow an order. But how could I get that person to do it, if I myself was not going to do it. It is important that I lead with my actions, as well as, what I say, instead of just telling people what to do. This can aid in building teamwork and cooperation throughout my team, and with the public.
14. I am committed to furthering my education I am committed to always learning and growing my education. Being in law enforcement, there are always new opportunities for growth, whether it be a job opportunity or a new course. Additionally, I will learn from my past mistakes to better myself. As I am committed to learning I can obtain new skills and understandings, which can help me in the