Executive protection careers, training and field lessons.https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/prince-bodyguard-arrest-1985/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/prince-bodyguard-arrest-1985/A firsthand account of the Prince bodyguard arrest 1985, examining what went wrong and the legal lessons every executive protection professional should know.Tue, 06 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Harlan “Hucky” Austin)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/executive-protection-skills-not-enough/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/executive-protection-skills-not-enough/Executive protection skills matter—but they’re not what gets you hired. Learn what decision-makers actually look for in elite EP professionals.Tue, 30 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Harlan “Hucky” Austin)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/the-illusion-of-safety-how-to-see-the-world-like-a-protection-professional/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/the-illusion-of-safety-how-to-see-the-world-like-a-protection-professional/From protecting Prince at Rock in Rio to everyday safety—learn the situational awareness principles professionals use. Free awareness checklist included.Tue, 23 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Harlan “Hucky” Austin)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/choosing-the-right-executive-protection-program-a-look-inside-pacific-west-academy/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/choosing-the-right-executive-protection-program-a-look-inside-pacific-west-academy/By Jordan Gonzalez The executive protection industry continues to expand rapidly, driven by global uncertainty, increased demand in the private sector…Thu, 15 May 2025 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Jordan Gonzalez)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/my-first-executive-protection-assignment-lessons-from-the-summer-of-84/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/my-first-executive-protection-assignment-lessons-from-the-summer-of-84/Executive protection rookie learns valuable lessons on first assignment. Mentorship and humility shape a career in VIP securityMon, 02 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Harlan “Hucky” Austin)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/protecting-a-prince-the-unsung-heroes-behind-the-purple-curtain/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/protecting-a-prince-the-unsung-heroes-behind-the-purple-curtain/When we think of Prince, we often picture the musical genius on stage, captivating audiences with his unparalleled talent. But behind every great artist…Sat, 31 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Harlan “Hucky” Austin)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/why-choosing-a-career-in-executive-protection-might-not-be-ideal/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/why-choosing-a-career-in-executive-protection-might-not-be-ideal/Executive protection: a high-risk, stressful career. Learn why it's challenging but rewarding for the right person.Fri, 30 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Harlan “Hucky” Austin)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/executive-protection-training-near-me-finding-the-right-school/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/executive-protection-training-near-me-finding-the-right-school/Find quality executive protection training near you. Tips for using Google, vetting schools, and considering top programs.Fri, 16 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Harlan “Hucky” Austin)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/executive-protection-myths-debunked-what-hollywood-gets-wrong/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/executive-protection-myths-debunked-what-hollywood-gets-wrong/I remember years ago having conversations with colleagues about which movies portray what it’s like to be a protection specialist. Surprisingly, the movie…Thu, 08 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Harlan “Hucky” Austin)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/executive-protection-training-the-path-to-becoming-a-highly-skilled-protector/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/executive-protection-training-the-path-to-becoming-a-highly-skilled-protector/Discover the essential skills and career paths in personal protection agent training. Learn how to safeguard VIPs and excel in this demanding field.Tue, 06 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Harlan “Hucky” Austin)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/stand-firm-on-your-worth-never-lower-your-rates/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/stand-firm-on-your-worth-never-lower-your-rates/Learn the key to higher earnings in executive protection: maintain your rates to signal quality and attract premium clients.Mon, 15 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Harlan “Hucky” Austin)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/6-reasons-why-youre-not-working/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/6-reasons-why-youre-not-working/Discover essential tips for executive protection professionals on training, networking, and adapting to the evolving job market.Sat, 06 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Harlan “Hucky” Austin)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/shortage-of-female-bodyguards/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/shortage-of-female-bodyguards/Addressing the critical shortage of female bodyguards in the executive protection industry. Vital insights and solutions.Fri, 29 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Harlan “Hucky” Austin)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/how-to-become-a-private-bodyguard-an-11-point-guide/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/how-to-become-a-private-bodyguard-an-11-point-guide/Discover how to become a private bodyguard with real insights and tips from The Bodyguard Insider podcast. Join us on Apple & Spotify.Sat, 23 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Harlan “Hucky” Austin)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/becoming-an-elite-executive-security-specialist/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/becoming-an-elite-executive-security-specialist/Explore essential training tips for becoming an Executive Security Specialist, including program selection and industry insights.Sat, 16 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Harlan “Hucky” Austin)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/more-than-muscle-the-comprehensive-bodyguard-job-description/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/more-than-muscle-the-comprehensive-bodyguard-job-description/Dive into our bodyguard job description guide to discover the essential skills and duties of a professional bodyguard.Wed, 13 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Harlan “Hucky” Austin)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/discreet-executive-protection-strategies/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/discreet-executive-protection-strategies/Explore updated 2024 insights on subtle executive protection strategies for ensuring safety without visibility in protective operations.Sun, 10 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Rick Colliver)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/getting-started-in-executive-protection/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/getting-started-in-executive-protection/Discover essential tips on getting started in executive protection, from training to advancing your career in this exclusive field.Tue, 05 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Harlan “Hucky” Austin)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/common-acronyms-every-executive-protection-specialist-needs-to-know/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/common-acronyms-every-executive-protection-specialist-needs-to-know/Unlock the secret language of executive protection specialist with key acronyms and terms essential for security expertsThu, 29 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Harlan “Hucky” Austin)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/bodyguard-course-price-revealed-get-the-best-bang-for-your-buck/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/bodyguard-course-price-revealed-get-the-best-bang-for-your-buck/Find the best Bodyguard Course Price for a successful career in executive protection. Quality training at great value awaits.Sat, 24 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Harlan “Hucky” Austin)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/elite-defenders-tactical-executive-protection/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/elite-defenders-tactical-executive-protection/Explore Tactical Executive Protection: elite training, technology's role, and strategies to safeguard VIPs in our in-depth article.Thu, 22 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Harlan “Hucky” Austin)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/adapting-to-uncertainty-beyond-sops-in-executive-protection/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/adapting-to-uncertainty-beyond-sops-in-executive-protection/Discover why effective executive protection goes beyond SOPs, emphasizing adaptability and innovation in the security landscape.Wed, 14 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Harlan “Hucky” Austin)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/executive-protection-books/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/executive-protection-books/Before you invest in executive protection training, start here. 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But everything in the executive protection (EP) business has a cost connected to it.Sat, 20 Jul 2019 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Doc Rogers)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/tony-scotti-shares-knowledge-about-security-driving/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/tony-scotti-shares-knowledge-about-security-driving/For 40 years Tony Scotti has been catering to the training of governments law enforcement agencies and military organizations to avoid vehicle violence.Sun, 23 Jun 2019 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Harlan “Hucky” Austin)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/winning-tactics-about-executive-protection-from-jerry-heying/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/winning-tactics-about-executive-protection-from-jerry-heying/In 10 Minutes. I'll Give You The Truth About Jerry Heying. Jerry is a highly-respected leader in the field of Executive Protection.Mon, 13 May 2019 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Harlan “Hucky” Austin)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/executive-protection-training-3/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/executive-protection-training-3/Executive Protection Training is a very important element of Executive Protection. Training is considered key to succeeding in the industry.Sat, 30 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Damien Richey)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/bodyguards-need-fortitude/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/bodyguards-need-fortitude/Bodyguards are often betrayed as knuckle-dragging thugs. This common misconception couldn't be further from the truth. The truth is in this article!Sat, 02 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Doc Rogers)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/executive-protection-agent-assignment-planning/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/executive-protection-agent-assignment-planning/Executive Protection Agent Assignment Planning, and What you should know about executive protection in 2019. This article is by Doc RogersSat, 26 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Harlan “Hucky” Austin)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/3-day-executive-protection-training-course/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/3-day-executive-protection-training-course/3 Day Executive Protection Training Course Being Offered in Minneapolis, Minnesota October 11-13 2018 Limited Space Available This three-day intermediate…Mon, 10 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Harlan “Hucky” Austin)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/bodyguard-movies-ranking-the-10-greatest/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/bodyguard-movies-ranking-the-10-greatest/The 10 best Bodyguard Movies of all time, according to Harlan Hucky Austin former Prince Bodyguard and President of Bodyguard Careers.Mon, 20 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Harlan “Hucky” Austin)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/personal-bodyguard/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/personal-bodyguard/Being a personal bodyguard is one the most exciting and rewarding careers that one could come across. This article explains how to do it.Mon, 02 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Harlan “Hucky” Austin)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/executive-protection-schools/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/executive-protection-schools/Beware of executive protection schools that promise you a career in EP for $1500. Here's the truth about executive protection training.Thu, 15 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Douglas Belton)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/close-protection/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/close-protection/Hans Van Beuge (Principal Partner: SAVIOUR Services, specializing in stalker & violent offender response) gives Close Protection operatives a checklist of…Wed, 14 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Harlan “Hucky” Austin)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/executive-protection-specialist-2/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/executive-protection-specialist-2/Working as an Executive Protection Specialist will lead you to be placed in various locations and assignments as well as being exposed to various clients…Tue, 13 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Nathan Seabrook)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/female-bodyguards/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/female-bodyguards/Looking for a new career. Female Bodyguards are being sought after by many clients. Because executive protection has been a male-controlled field.Sat, 03 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Harlan “Hucky” Austin)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/entry-level-personal-protection-specialists/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/entry-level-personal-protection-specialists/Looking for regular Personal Protection work but have limited experience. Read this article by Jerry Heying, CPP, PPS, CST, Executive Director, Executive…Fri, 02 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Jerry Heying)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/professional-security/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/professional-security/Are you wondering how to get a quality professional security program. This article has 10 benefits that may change your perspective.Fri, 02 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Bodyguard Careers Staff)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/how-to-become-a-bodyguard-by-doc-rogers/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/how-to-become-a-bodyguard-by-doc-rogers/How to become a bodyguard By Doc Rogers Considering a career change from your present line of work, maybe the bodyguard industry is the right fit forThu, 01 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Doc Rogers)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/bodyguard-380/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/bodyguard-380/In-depth review of the Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 380 by Gun Specialist Mark Six James. See why this little gun is the best bang for your buck.Wed, 17 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Mark Six James)https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/5-steps-needed-to-start-your-executive-protection-career/https://www.bodyguardcareers.com/5-steps-needed-to-start-your-executive-protection-career/By Doc Rogers 1. Get properly trained. Some people attempting to break into an executive protection (EP) career believe they can do so without the proper…Fri, 02 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMTinfo@bodyguardcareers.com (Doc Rogers)