Show notes
Jas Dhillon, a former professional football player and current police officer, shares his journey from the football field to law enforcement. He discusses the excitement of draft day and the challenges he faced transitioning from a defensive player to an offensive lineman. Jas highlights the importance of teamwork, resilience, and determination in both football and policing. He emphasizes the need for effective communication and building trust with the public, especially in diverse communities. Jas also reflects on his personal experiences with the police and the cultural differences that can impact interactions with law enforcement. In this conversation, Jas Dhillon, a police officer, discusses his experiences with law enforcement and the community. He shares how his South Asian background and proud military history influenced his decision to become a police officer. Jas emphasizes the importance of positive interactions, trust, and respect in building relationships with the community. He also highlights the significance of effective communication, humility, and listening in achieving the platinum standard as a police officer. Jas shares stories of his worst and best calls, showcasing the emotional impact of the job. Overall, he emphasizes the importance of teamwork, culture, and mentorship in law enforcement.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Football Career06:14 Transition from Football to Policing12:54 Lessons from Football Applied to Policing20:15 Building Trust with the Public26:36 Personal Experience with Police and Cultural Differences30:26 Interactions with Law Enforcement31:17 Proud Military History32:08 Positive Interactions with the Community33:08 Policing in the Neighborhood34:37 Building Trust and Respect35:17 Achieving the Platinum Standard36:13 Continued Learning and Growth37:35 Effective Communication and Respect38:21 Humility and Listening39:05 Being Heard and Treated with Decency40:24 Dealing with Newcomers and Long-Time Residents41:31 Recognized as a Police Officer42:04 Connecting with the Community43:15 Teamwork and Leadership44:17 Importance of Communication and Culture48:10 Field Training and Mentorship49:08 Worst and Best Calls55:26 Family History and Sikh Culture57:04 Connecting with Jas Dhillon58:41 Appreciation for ServiceTo follow or connect with Jas check out the links below:Instagram: @jdhillon54Email: [email protected] Pinto - Mortgage BrokerMortgage consulting services for those who serve. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Thank you for listening! For more Team Ten Eight content, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn!
