Last Thursday I had the privilege of presenting my memoir The Courage to Lead – Resilience and Compassion in Police Command, to the long standing Author platform,Writers at Stanton, https://www.northsydney.nsw.gov.au/writers-at-stanton, North Sydney Library.
My book takes you through my 40 years of service as a New South Wales Police Officer, with a deep dive into my 15 years as a Police Commander. Some of the themes covered are:
🌟 The Art of Failing Forward: I share my journey of learning from mistakes and growing as a leader. It’s about seeking help, building a supportive team, and empowering others in challenging situations.
🤝 Making a Difference: I volunteered for as the Police Sponsor for Homelessness, leading collaborative efforts that housed hundreds of homeless individuals in the Sydney CBD and the Northern Districts of Sydney from 2013-2020. It’s a story of working smarter to create a positive impact.
🙌 Courage to Empower: I firmly believe that “The true measure of a leader is how many other leaders they create.” I’ll discuss the courage it takes to empower others.
🌞 Prioritizing Well-being: My experience as a commander taught me to prioritize the well-being of officers over performance. Creating a supportive and inclusive workplace is key to helping people thrive.
👥 The Power of Teamwork: Teamwork and creating a supportive environment are essential. I’ll highlight the significance of connection and purpose, showing that with the right preparation in leadership, almost anything is possible.
My book is not just for Police or Emergency Services leaders; it’s for anyone who’s made a mistake and wishes to learn, grow, and keep moving forward.
Writers at Stanton was an amazing audience and the questions and the conversations after my presentation were a joy.
“Leading is not easy, but if you never stop learning, build a formidable team, and empower others to create a supportive and inclusive workplace, amazing things will happen.” Allan Sicard
The Writers at Stanton do a podcast of each writers presentation so here is the link to my talk about The Courage to Lead.
If you want your own copy of my book here is the link: