Author Archives: Chris Chandler

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a good thing. It’s good for the people who work in Corrections and for the clients we work with. When implemented the right way with coaching, feedback and fidelity, it can be a tremendous asset in our efforts to change behavior and even improve our own work culture. But for several years nowContinue reading “Problems With Motivational Interviewing”

Not everyone wants to pursue a promotion in this field and there are a lot of good reasons why that might be the case for you. But even if you don’t want to become a manager, there are many other branches of career opportunities in this field, from lead positions to instructor roles. Whatever yourContinue reading “Career Path pt. 1: Get Out of Your Own Way”

Many people in Corrections use a hat as a metaphor for the role(s) of an officer. It’s often referenced when professional responsibilities which appear to be in opposition to each other are brought up. The hats are commonly labeled Social Work and Law Enforcement. Imperfect terms to be sure, but you get the idea. WhileContinue reading “Hats”

I’ve never been one to wait for the right time to act. If I waited for everything to line up perfectly or to become fully comfortable with something, I don’t think I’d be where I am in life. I certainly wouldn’t be writing this blog. It would be crazy to ignore the state of AmericaContinue reading “Timing is Everything?”

I  like to pitch ideas to people using the phrase hare-brained as in, “I got this hare-brained idea for a blog…” I use the term to lower expectations and excuse my lack of answers to legitimate questions like “How are you supposed to do that?” It doesn’t exactly inspire confidence but thats not really the point. Most ofContinue reading “A Hare-Brained Idea”