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Time Management

Posted on March 21, 2020March 20, 2020 by Jeff Gonzales

One of the most challenging traits to develop as an instructor is time management. While many of the other traits such as SME, curriculum management and podium presence are important, [Read More]

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Trigger Finger Dangers

Posted on March 7, 2020March 6, 2020 by Jeff Gonzales

Police instructor's accidental death provides a final lesson.

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Mar

Many self-inflicted gunshot wounds are preventable, many are a result of negligence. Some can be really accidents, but most are the result of human error.

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The Need For Speed

Posted on February 8, 2020February 7, 2020 by Jeff Gonzales

A shooting range with gold bullets on the floor.

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Feb

Speed is a goal, speed is a necessity. Speed is not the priority. Guarantee Your Hits That might seem contradictory, but it is the truth. Speed is a critical piece [Read More]

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Sustainment is Happiness

Posted on February 1, 2020February 1, 2020 by Jeff Gonzales

A man in glasses is pointing at a target in a shooting range.

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Feb

Have you ever watched a dog chase their tail. The pure joy of this simple act is meet with a now what once caught. A Beginners Path I finished up [Read More]

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Instructor Conduct

Posted on November 9, 2019November 8, 2019 by Jeff Gonzales

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Nov

Your role as an instructor is to mentor your students towards achieving their goals. It is not about belittling them or their current knowledge base, or their current practices aside [Read More]

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Control…The Grand Illusion

Posted on October 26, 2019October 26, 2019 by Jeff Gonzales

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Oct

Deadly force encounters are chaotic and fast moving. There is not a lot in your control, but rather than worry about what is not in your control your focus should [Read More]

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Curriculum Development

Posted on September 14, 2019September 13, 2019 by Jeff Gonzales

A white board with writing on it in a room.

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Sep

There are few in this industry who truly understand curriculum; how to create, manage and administer curriculum. The problem as a consumer is knowing the difference between a well thought [Read More]

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The Two Confidences

Posted on June 29, 2019 by Jeff Gonzales

It happens all too often, you start off real slow and before you know you are some sort of ninja. Well, at least in your mind you are a ninja, [Read More]

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Shooter Diagnostics

Posted on April 27, 2019April 28, 2019 by Jeff Gonzales

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Apr

A major factor in students continuing their education is having a positive experience. Loosely translated, this means hitting the target on demand. Stick to the Program I love seeing students [Read More]

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Appendix Carry’s True Strength

Posted on April 20, 2019April 20, 2019 by Jeff Gonzales

A screenshot of a spreadsheet in microsoft excel.

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Apr

When I get asked for my opinion on appendix inside the waistband (IWB) I enjoy sharing my experience and observations. Many times, the students are surprised by my answer. It’s [Read More]

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