Executive Protection: A Professionala (TM)S Guide to Bodyguarding

by Benny Mares

Book Overview

Being a bodyguard is not all sunglasses, dark suits and muscle. This book debunks the myths and stereotypes and describes the realities of protecting celebrities, executives and foreign dignitaries.... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 087364798X
• ISBN13: 9780873647984
• Release Date: November 1994
• Publisher: Paladin Press
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.5" x 8.4"

Customer Reviews

Great for Cops

... This book is the first piece of training I assign to my new employees, all of which are cops. The cons of hiring aggressive warriors (cops) are offset as this book clearly explains the new concept that capture of the enemy is NOT the goal, but rather, the invisible protection of the client. This is very valuable, and all for less than [price]! Great book!...

A Nuts-and-Bolts Primer

"Executive Protection" is a short but vital primer for anyone interested in pursuing a career as an executive/personal protection specialist. In a no-nonsense manner, Benny Mares debunks a lot of the myths surrounding this growing profession, tells you what skills and experience potential clients look for, and what the pitfalls of the job are and how to avoid them. A seminal work on a fascinating career.

An inside picture of executive protection

Reading this book is like sitting down with Benny Mares, the author, for a couple of hours while he explains the executive protection business to a beginner. Do you really want to be in this business? Read the book before deciding. What are the qualifications? Where do you go for training? How do you find work? Though the book is only 108 pages, it is well worth purchasing.

A great book for anyone considering a career in protection.

Anyone considering a career in the field of Executive protection would benefit from reading this book. I encourage everyone to read this book before attending a formal Executive Protection course. I wish everyone who called me for an interview would have previously read Mr. Mares book and taken to heart the invaluable information that is provided.

Informative to the uneducated and a god send for me

This book was a little gem to read, the author gives the reader a great insite in the life and subsequent demands the profession demands of it's practioners. The book in my opinion highlights the need to inform the uneducated and the seasoned veteran, with examples of what may happen on the job within a person/s career.The writing style is amusing, this keeps the reader on a casual level. The author keeps the general theme of the subject at a professional level, so that the reader understands that a career in protective service expects the highest level of service and commitment.Any Person/s keen to pursue a career in the field would find this book a valuable learning resource and reference.This book captured my attention, with it's compact but informative text layout, check sheets and useful contacts for futher study.In closing the book is a great buy, especially for value for money