Police Personnel
Communications
The ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner is the most vital single skill that a supervisor can have. This can be attributed to the fact that it is fundamental to comprehend the point of view of the subordinate and pass on to him the goals of the enterprise. However, communication is normally the biggest areas of weakness and one of the most neglected among supervisors (Garner, 2019). In many cases, individuals are prone to taking for granted that comprehension occurs when they communicate with each other (More & Miller, 2010). Without communications that are understandable, coordination of efforts becomes difficult, and without synchronization, an organization cannot be constructive. It is, therefore, vital for the police supervisor to come to the realization that decisions and ideologies can be more readily interpreted into the desired action when they are conveyed to others with giving some consideration to the emotional requirements of the recipient and to his environment.
Good communications are attained not only using words, but also deeds and tones. In most cases, these are more vital than verbal expressions, as the old adage states “actions speak louder than words.” A gesture, which basically denotes to an attitude or an intonation in the voice, will regularly communicate more meaning compared to the spoken word. For this reason, it is paramount for the supervisor to analyze from time to time the fundamentals of good practices of communication, since they all too regularly have the tendency of becoming submerged in the daily routine (Whisenand, 2010). Few chances in the setting of an organization provide the supervisor with greater opportunity of making his marking than the occasion to preparing a proficient report and then convey its content to subordinates and superiors alike. Therefore, this research will focus on the importance of supervisors acquiring communication skills.
References
Garner, G. W. (2019). Supervising Police Employees in the Twenty-First Century: A Problem-Solving Manual for Law Enforcement Leaders. Charles C Thomas Publisher.
More, H. W., & Miller, L. S. (2010). Effective Police Supervision: -. Routledge.
Whisenand, P. M. (2010). Supervising Police Personnel: The Fifteen Responsibilities. Prentice Hall.
