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More and more, female BODYGUARDS are being sought after by women celebrities. Because executive protection has been a male-dominated field, there is a lack of female talent from which women celebrities have to choose. Harlan Austin, President of BodyguardCareers.com attributes this shortage to the on-going perception that 'size matters.'
The simple fact is that a successful bodyguard should never have to use violence or draw a weapon. The belief in 'brawn over brains' is a misconception. With that in mind, there's no reason to doubt a woman can successfully manage the job.
There is also a 'boys club' attitude towards the field of Executive Protection, simply because the pools from which an bodyguard is selected has traditionally been from a male-dominated workforce; law enforcement, military personnel, martial arts and the like. Because women have now been more integrated into these traditionally male careers, they too, are candidates worthy of consideration for careers in executive protection.
Female executive protection specialists are as well trained in threat assessment, self-defense, weapons and tactics as their male counterparts. In addition, women have some highly prized skills that may be considered inherent in females?Cthe ability to listen carefully, utilize intuitive skills and successfully manage conflict negotiations.
Women celebrities (Lindsay Lohan, Beyonce Knowles, and J K Rowling, to name a few) often gravitate toward female bodyguards. The preference is to have a protector who is attentive, alert, quick on their feet, and won't draw attention in public?Cthe way a 6'5, 350 pound man would. For some celebrities, even the need to have a Bodyguard on hand can feel disruptive to living a 'normal' life. A female celebrity accompanied by a woman protector is a more natural fit and less obtrusive.
There may be fewer opportunities for female executive protection specialists, but because they are rare, these positions can be quite lucrative. If you are a woman interested in learning more about training programs or employment opportunities as an Executive Protection Specialist, contact Harlan Austin at jobalerts@bodyguardcareers.com for more information.
Harlan (Hucky) Austin
www.bodyguardcareers.com |
| Author: Robert Palmer |
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Author Bio:
About The Author: William Wynn a Fashion Designer and Manufacturer of apparel for over 15 years. So stop by and visit me at www.plussizefigure.com for more great clothing. |
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