NCJ Number
144863
Journal
Law and Order Volume: 41 Issue: 9 Dated: (September 1993) Pages: 125-128
Date Published
1993
Length
4 pages
Annotation
When correcting a subordinate's errors, police supervisors should avoid several common mistakes so that the result will be happy, effective subordinates in an efficient work environment.
Abstract
They should not condescend, berate, bellow, attack, belittle, or correct a subordinate in front of peers. In addition, they should address a problem promptly, avoid ambiguity, have a solution in hand, avoid showing prejudices, and avoid making light of the offense. They should not turn a small infraction into a major case, avoid taking themselves too seriously, and avoid allowing personality issues to affect their behavior. They should also be consistent, consider the most important issues, and remember to listen to the police officer regarding the reasons for the problem.