The presentation will detail Detective Mager’s fascinating & profoundly chilling account of the Shawn Grate investigation. A key to his conviction and death sentence were Grate's extensive recorded confessions to Detective Mager. As an experienced specialist in sex offenses and violent crime, she was the primary detective assigned to Grate's case. Grate immediately latched onto her, repeatedly demanding to speak to her and presumably convinced that he could somehow exercise his power over her in much the same way that he'd overpowered and controlled his female victims. He was wrong. Over a period of eight days, Mager conducted one interview after another. Using psychological strategy in a lethal game of wits, Mager successfully elicited his damning confessions to five murders, kidnapping, and multiple sexual assaults of women across Ohio. The case study will take attendees behind the scenes of one of the most appalling criminal cases in American history. There will be a focus on the take-aways from the perspective of a female officer. The hope is to energize officers to gain confidence to push through difficult moments and to realize potential in themselves and in every situation. Attendees will learn techniques to increase confession rates and how to build and maintain the “Be the One” mentality.
Emotional Intelligence is the cornerstone of a thriving work environment, whether it be sworn or civilian. Recognizing and understanding both personal and others' emotions fosters a mindful pause between triggers and reactions. This skill can transform often toxic work atmospheres. It identifies strengths, weaknesses, and focus areas, empowering students to take responsibility for actions and emotions. Equipped with self-awareness, they cultivate a positive work environment, demonstrating the transformative impact of Emotional Intelligence.
First responders often embrace a culture of compartmentalization, concealing the emotional toll of their roles. This has resulted in overwhelming stress and unaddressed trauma. Prioritizing self-awareness and listening to one's own body is crucial to mitigating additional stress and trauma, promoting overall well-being within this challenging profession.
