Tag: loss prevention certifications

Cognitive shortcuts are incredibly important for our survival and sanity. We simply don't have the cognitive resources to invest large amounts of time and effort (and money) into every single decision we make.

Talents, abilities, experience, expertise, leadership—all of these attributes can be misunderstood, underestimated, or even overlooked altogether if we fail to send essential messages during the course of the job interview.

The resume has to be more than an accumulation of dates and facts. It has to tell a story. It has to grab attention. It has to send a message. But it also has to be honest and genuine.

Understanding how to calculate shrinkage in retail is important. However, understanding why it is important to control these results and how we can impact company profitability by both improving sales and controlling retail shrinkage is the key to success.

When trying to obtain the truth from a dishonest employee or other interview, we typically see five types of lies. Here they are.

On the anniversary of each Pearl Harbor Day, I always think of my first mentor in loss prevention. His name was Lane Cooke, and...

Editor's Note: As we continue to work through the diverse challenges associated with the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s essential that all of us diligently explore...

In the multi-billion dollar thrift store industry, donations of merchandise can be a loss prevention nightmare.

Retailers also need a post-incident management game plan for when the waters recede and the immediate threat is squelched. Is your retail organization ready for the “Then what?”

What does it really mean to excel as a professional? Many of us will attempt to measure the quality of our career in terms...