In today's episode, Donna interviews Jeff Hill, a former police officer turned CEO of Harrier Global Limited. Jeff shares his journey from a fulfilling 30-year career in the police force to establishing a business that provides strategic security advice to high-net-worth individuals and corporations. He discusses the motivations that led him to join the police, the importance of maintaining a work-life balance, and the challenges of transitioning into the business world.
Joining the police force was driven by a desire for a fulfilling career that offered excitement, variety, and the opportunity to make a positive impact. This sense of purpose can be crucial for job satisfaction.
Establishing boundaries between work and personal life is vital. Prioritising family commitments and setting clear expectations with colleagues can help maintain a healthy balance, especially in demanding roles.
Skills gained in public service, such as communication, problem-solving, and risk assessment, are highly valuable in the business world. Recognising and leveraging these skills can enhance confidence and effectiveness in new roles.
Transitioning from public service to business requires adaptability and the ability to build new professional relationships. Networking and understanding the market are key to establishing credibility and securing clients.
In the security industry, the emphasis should be on providing reassurance rather than instilling fear. Educating clients about risk management and the importance of proactive measures can foster trust and long-term relationships."I was always of the view that you made your own luck. You have to actually go out and be very proactive, sometimes very bold, very innovative and creative to generate the opportunity to gather evidence against people."
"We never sell fear. We're not the kind of company that will go to speak to a client and say, oh God, you need to be doing this. It's not what we do. We're actually quite the opposite. We sell reassurance."
"The better we understand an individual, the better our relationship with them. If you're not prepared to share it with us, we're not necessarily going to know about it, we can't counter the threat that's there."
Donna is a Registered Nurse who has worked in the NHS for three decades.
She brings you real-life stories from people in front-line public service roles. Some of the stories discuss war, terrorism, suicide, abuse, COVID, death, and vicarious moral injury, which may be triggering for some listeners. Alongside these are stories of joy, hope, empathy, and humanity, highlighting the positive impact individuals have made. Many of her guests have navigated career changes, found work-life balance, or transitioned into new roles, including charity work or entrepreneurship. If you have a story to share that could inspire others seeking change or additional income, please get in touch. Inviting individuals from fire, police and probation services, healthcare, military, teaching, social services, local government, and civil service.
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This podcast features real-life stories from frontline public service workers, covering tough topics such as war, trauma and loss, and may be triggering to some listeners. Guests also share their tales of everyday heroism, inspiring joy, hope, empathy and humanity. If you have a story to share that could encourage others seeking change or additional income, please get in touch.
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