I’ve supplemented my education with various books during my law enforcement career. Here are some that are invaluable to anyone.
Sound Doctrine Sid Heal
Unlike most tactical books, which teach tactics as a “skill set,” this book emphasizes an intuitive application of fundamental principles.
Field Command Sid Heal
To facilitate understanding, illustrations are abundant and not only clarify the text but amplify it with new insights and applications.
Concepts of Non-Lethal Force Sid Heal
Sid Heal shares his knowledge and experience in a succinct, understandable way.
Legacy James Kerr
In his global bestseller, Legacy, James Kerr goes deep into the heart of the world’s most successful team.
Leadership in the Shadows Kyle Lamb
Kyle Lamb spent most of his twenty plus military career with multiple operational units within the Special Forces community.
Meltdown Chris Clearfield and András Tilcsik
Meltdown is a powerful and grounded account of system failures and how to overcome them.
Norco ‘80 Peter Houlahan
5 young men. 32 destroyed police vehicles. 1 spectacular bank robbery.
Leadership and Training for the Fight Paul Howe
Howe tells riveting stories of military operations and analyzes leadership concepts.
Left of Bang Patrick Van Horn
The book provides a valuable overview of the changing nature of conflict.
Newhall Shooting - A Tactical Analysis Mike Wood
This book is the definitive story of the most deadly law enforcement shooting of the modern era.
12 Rules for Life Jordan Peterson
What does everyone in the modern world need to know?
The Rise of Superman Steven Kotler
This groundbreaking book decodes the mystery of ultimate human performance.
Gates of Fire Stephen Pressfield
The story of the 300 Spartans and the battle of Thermopylae, 480 BCE.
Never Split the Difference Chris Voss
A unique perspective on the art of negotiation, breaking away from the win-win approach.
Call Sign Chaos Jim Mattis
A clear-eyed account of learning how to lead in a chaotic world.
The Culture Code Daniel Coyle
Combining cutting-edge science, on-the-ground insight and practical ideas for action.
Risk Stanley McChrystal
Retired four-star general Stan McChrystal has lived a life associated with the deadly risks of combat.
Wins, Losses and Life Lessons Lou Holtz
Legendary football coach and motivational speaker Lou Holtz writes his inspirational autobiography.
Emotional Intelligence Daniel Goleman
In this book, Goleman posits that emotional intelligence is as important as IQ for success, including in one’s life’s academic, professional, social, and interpersonal aspects.
The Contrarian's Guide to Leadership Steven Sample
In this offbeat approach to leadership, college president Steven B. Sample challenges many conventional teachings on the subject.
