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Very rarely does the end of a law enforcement career ACTUALLY mean retirement and enjoying life on the beach or with loved ones.

Whether you get a full career of 20+ years or not...you typically are NOT done working and have to begin the search for a new job or career. This week's episode covers 5 things to consider when searching for your new role.

Some may come as no brainers, but with a perspective from "the other side," from someone who's been there, done that. Some may be something you hadn't thought about when considering a new role. Some may not apply to your situation at all. But all of them are things I wish I'd been told about when making my initial transition, when I STRUGGLED with the seemingly constant rejection that led to lots self doubt and depressive episodes for almost TWO years!

I give an exercise for you to do in this episode and it might help to have a copy of the
 25 Transferable LE Skills sheet downloaded. If you want/need more assistance after completing the exercise, click here to schedule a FREE 1:1 call with me to discuss the exercise. 

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I am so excited to bring you this week's episode! It is a chat with Rachel Murdock, former FBI Forensic Interviewer who worked crimes against children and responded to multiple high profile scenes, like the Boston bombing and Highland Park shooting.

While not a first responder or even a sworn agent, Rachel has seen and been involved with Law Enforcement, traumatic cases, and traumatic events in a 10.5 year career as a civilian with the FBI then MOST first responders ever will. After about 3 years of debating, she left the FBI in January 2023 to re-open her group private practice, Beyond the Storm Behavioral Health where she serves as a culturally competent mental health practitioner to Law Enforcement (including their families) and survivors of trauma. Most recently, she also serves local police departments as they implement Law Enforcement Wellness Checks for their officers AND civilian employees.

In this episode, she deep dives into what it means to be a culturally competent practitioner and how it can help ease the barrier many first responders feel as they think about therapy or mandatory wellness checks. "No one gets it. No one will understand." She has heard it all and she UNDERSTANDS what the clients are saying, how to help them feel seen/heard, and how to give them the tools they need to take control of their mental health.

You can hear Rachel's passion for serving those who serve/have served and all those affected by this profession. Make sure to give her a follow on LinkedIn, tagged above, and on Instagram. You can also visit her website, tagged above, for more information on her services.

A sincere thank you to Rachel for sharing her Next Shift story and for being a light for those feeling the darkness this career can often bring. Together, we CAN and WILL end the stigma of not only asking for help when needed, but taking a proactive approach to protecting our mental health. 

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If this podcast resonates with you or you feel like it could help someone else, please feel free to share it with them and/or on your social media platforms...but be sure to tag me so I can personally say THANK YOU!

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Whether you realize it or not, you can create habits that stick. Do you brush your teeth every day?  Do you go to work daily?  Do you eat meals to nourish yourself daily? You see, you already have many habits in place!  The key is to ensure that your habits are supporting you and helping you to become the best version of yourself. 

Enter…. today’s episode!  This episode was created to help you assess your current habits to determine whether they are helping you reach your goals.  Within this episode, I share personal development's impact on my life.  I include five habits I use, modified from the Five to Thrive  by Rachel Hollis.  Additionally, I share an incredible book with you that helped me shift my mindset when I first began my growth journey, and I know it can do the same for you!

 Book Recommendation: The Compound Effect by Darren Hardy

 Habit Tracker Freebie: HERE

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Today’s episode is an interview with Ty Shoopman.  Ty has experience in both law enforcement and the military. As part of his transition out of the force, he worked for Walmart in the Anti-Money Laundering Department and is now taking on a senior management role as a Threat Management Pro.

 This episode is packed with transition advice, including tips for applying and interviewing.  Ty also shares his thoughts on overcoming imposter syndrome, something we all feel during our transition, and how to effectively communicate your desire to transition with your spouse or loved one.

Thank you, Ty, for serving our nation, both state-side and abroad.  Make sure to connect with Ty HERE.

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Raise your hand if you've ever uttered the phrase, "I'm just a cop" or "I'm stuck here at this point," while thinking about what's next?

While I have never said either one of those...I've always been willing to move along when something didn't seem right, including leaving my first department and hearing multiple veteran officers tell me they wish they had my guts to leave, but felt stuck.

I didn't get it at the time...call it young and dumb I guess...but when my career got stripped from me due to an injury, I definitely FELT the, "What do I do now? Being a cop is all I know and want," mindset kick in. Well, after a few years, a LOT of mindset work, and seizing several job opportunities...I realized I am so much more than, "Just a cop," and it is my MISSION to help you see that too!

I am here to help you remember who YOU are/were behind the badge. In this episode I provide you with a few activities to help you look inward and start to REdiscover your identity, REdefine your purpose, and REignite your passions. They do NOT have to be done all at once and I would definitely set a timer to help you stay focused.

We often don't see how our skills from Law Enforcement transfer into another field and that is why I created the 25 Transferable Skills sheet. You may not even realize you have some of these skills, but this sheet will help you see just how many skills you have and provide examples of how/when you used them.

If after listening to this episode, you still FEEL like you are stuck or not sure what to do next...or maybe you got a fire lit under your butt... book a discovery call and let's see if we are a good fit to work together through 1:1 coaching and help you make your Next Shift.

If you haven't already...make sure you follow me on LinkedIn and on Instagram at @_nextshift_ AND  @the_jessflores

If this podcast resonates with you or you feel like it could help someone else, please feel free to share it with them and/or on your social media platforms...but be sure to tag me so I can personally say THANK YOU!

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In this episode, I interview Stan Partlow. Stan spent 25 years in law enforcement (4 years with the FBI and 21 years with the city of Columbus). He has successfully transitioned out of law enforcement and has been working for AEP, one of the leading electrical companies in the United States, for the last 15 years.  Stan recently retired from his job as  VP Chief Security Officer at AEP, but is still very active in the service of supporting others through multiple roles.

During our chat, we cover it all.  From considering the timing of your transition to truly knowing your WHY behind leaving law enforcement, Stan shares so many valuable questions for you to reflect upon as you begin your journey. Additionally, if you are worried about the interview/hiring process, Stan gives some great advice on how to stand out.

Thank you Stan for your service to our nation and the city of Columbus, Ohio. The continued impact you have on so many is truly inspiring!  Make sure to connect with Stan on LinkedIn HERE.

Would YOU or someone you know like to share THEIR story? If so, please reach out to me at [email protected]. 

If you haven't already...make sure you follow me on LinkedIn and on Instagram at @_nextshift_ AND  @the_jessflores

If this podcast resonates with you or you feel like it could help someone else, please feel free to share it with them and/or on your social media platforms...but be sure to tag me so I can personally say THANK YOU!

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"Where do I start?"  This is probably one of the many questions flooding your mind as you embark on your transition out of law enforcement. I know, and I get it.  In today's episode, I share 4 mindset tips I've learned throughout my own journey and WISH I'd known sooner.  From staying true to you to finding groups and communities that will encourage and support you during the transition, this episode has you covered.  At the core, this episode will remind you that developing a positive, growth-oriented mindset is essential to creating your Next Shift.  It may seem daunting or even impossible after the things we've done and seen, but trust me, it's more than possible and definitely worth it.  I am living proof!

Looking for more support and accountability during your transition?  Make sure to join the free Next Shift E-mail List.  You will receive a weekly email that provides you with a sneak peek of the next week's episode! Additionally, I send out a monthly newsletter with advice, support, and ways for you to connect to those a few steps ahead of you in the transition process.  You will also be the first to know about upcoming events and new Next Shift offers!

If you haven't already...make sure you follow me on LinkedIn and on Instagram at @_nextshift_ AND  @the_jessflores

If this podcast resonates with you or you feel like it could help someone else, please feel free to share it with them and/or on your social media platforms...but be sure to tag me so I can personally say THANK YOU!

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In this episode, I interview Ryan Mink, a former law enforcement officer and Combat Veteran, who is now a financial planner, focusing on first responder families. To say he's made quite the transition would be an understatement.

Like many of us in the field though, things started to change for Ryan with the politicalization of the job, the increased liability, and the steady decline in morale. He mentioned an all to common feeling of, "I love the job itself and the purpose, but all the other things around it..."

Ryan now serves his community in an entirely different way, but feels that sense of purpose again. He now works at a firm called 3 Creeks Capital and can be found on their site or LinkedIn at Ryan Mink, if you would like to personally connect with him.

I want to thank Ryan for not only his service to our great nation, but also to his Ohio community and now his first responder community, and for being willing to share his story to help others in similar situations.

If you would like to share YOUR story or know someone who might, please reach out to me at [email protected]. 

If you haven't already...make sure you follow me on LinkedIn and on Instagram at @_nextshift_ AND  @the_jessflores

If this podcast resonates with you or you feel like it could help someone else, please feel free to share it with them and/or on your social media platforms...but be sure to tag me so I can personally say THANK YOU!

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This episode is a QUICK intro into who I am, where I came from, how I got into Law Enforcement, and in the words of the Fresh Prince, "Now this is a story all about how my life got flipped upside down..." 

In all seriousness, that is exactly how it felt when my law enforcement career was suddenly taken and I found myself not knowing who I was, what I was going to do, or even what I wanted to do.

There were a LOT of years spent just going through the motions, feeling unfulfilled, like there had to be more to life than waking up and cussing at the alarm clock, and finally one day it hit me in the middle of a conversation with a friend..."I can help ex-cops who lost their career!" It was a lightbulb moment and it changed everything!

I suddenly had a feeling of knowing exactly who I was and a renewed sense of purpose and passion for serving a community I once served alongside. I did not go into detail about what all it took to create Next Shift, LLC due to time...but if that is something you want to hear more about, please reach out and let me know. It could be a future episode. What I can tell you, is it was not a QUICK process and it is still in its infancy...but day by day, it is growing and I cannot wait to see the IMPACT it will make on so many in the midst of creating their own Next Shift. 

As mentioned at the end of the episode, you can follow me on both Instagram accounts and LinkedIn. You can also work with me 1:1 if you would like. You can book your discovery call, book/pay for your coaching sessions, and/or schedule your Next Shift Interview at this link https://calendly.com/kcjess 

Thank you again for choosing to spend your time with me! Until next time, see you Next Shift!

If you haven't already...make sure you follow me on LinkedIn and on Instagram at @_nextshift_ AND  @the_jessflores

If this podcast resonates with you or you feel like it could help someone else, please feel free to share it with them and/or on your social media platforms...but be sure to tag me so I can personally say THANK YOU!

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Well, I can tell you THIS was never in my plans for my life...but here I am, starting a podcast FOR YOU!

The past couple of years, it has been engrained in me that it is out DUTY to share the things we know and the lessons we've learned with others in need of help. 

I for one needed help when I lost my law enforcement career unexpectedly, due to an injury, and felt like I had NONE. I felt alone, like no one understood me, afraid of what was next and like I didn't know who I was without being a cop. To be totally real with you (and I ALWAYS will be), it was terrifying to not know who I was and what I was supposed to do with the rest of my life...I was only 31 at the time...and  it was absolutely defeating being turned down by "real world" job after "real world" job...like my experience in LE meant nothing. Honestly, it didn't. No one "out here" cares that you were a cop or about what you did. So I can see why so many officers transition into similar roles when their career is over. 

I tried to stay in similar roles, however none of them worked out...and I see why now. I took an interesting path, full of new opportunities, with plenty of twists/turns, and definitely some curveballs...all of which landed me right here, starting this podcast to go along with my current 1:1 coaching opportunities! More on ALL of that in later episodes.

This podcast will be a mix of solo episodes, mixed with interview style episodes, with a purpose of helping YOU create your Next Shift. 

Thank you so much for being here and CHOOSING to spend your time with me! 

If you haven't already...make sure you follow me on LinkedIn and on Instagram at @_nextshift_ AND  @the_jessflores

If this podcast resonates with you or you feel like it could help someone else, please feel free to share it with them and/or on your social media platforms...but be sure to tag me so I can personally say THANK YOU!

Be sure to subscribe by clicking the + sign at the top and if you feel called to do so, I'd love to hear your thoughts in a review. 

You can NOW wear the mission of The Next Shift Podcast, with merch! Check out our current designs, here.

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