Earning Respect

 Every guard can relate and agree that respect is something we don't usually get. It all boils down to the reality that many guards in uniform and security guard companies are rotten apples, giving us all a bad reputation.  Too long has the public had a negative image of security officers. I think if we put forth some effort, this can change. 

 

 Changing that image is important because as a security guard, our job depends on interacting with employees, customers, law enforcement, and even our own fellow officers.  Here is some friendly advice we can use to gain the respect of those in contact with us.

1. Take pride in your appearance and your uniform. Be clean-shaven, nice haircut. Often I've seen guards with long hair, overgrown mustaches, and faded uniforms. (use dry clean!) 
   
2. Leave your bad attitude, "I don't care" motto at home. Had a bad day prior to your shift? Don't take your angry out on everyone else. Also, don't swear within earshot of anyone else. Keep your opinions about politics, sex, and religion to yourself. Even in the break room or off the clock.
3. Be polite, courteous, helpful and professional. Don't be chauvinistic Be knowledgeable about where your work, the area, any information that may be related to your post. Should a person ask a question, find someone who can answer it. Show that you care. 
4. Come on time, or come early. If you come early, be ready to work or don't come early at all. This is a personal courtesy to us guards. We may need that extra time to beat traffic or go home and sleep. 
5. Remain cool, calm, and collected underpressure as much as possible. Guards who get emotional or get into arguments lose their posts are get reprimanded. We're here to observe, report, and protect life and property, not act a fool in public or around other guards.

 Should you recommend any additions to this list, please send positive comments. Harsh replies will be deleted. Thank you. Also, don't post ads in your comments...