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Hiring Executive Protection Agents or Professional Bodyguards
Whether you are a corporate executive, a celebrity, a politician, or a high-net-worth individual, the acquisition of professional...
Atlas Admin
Jul 7, 20233 min read
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7 CRUCIAL SKILLS FOR EXECUTIVE PROTECTION AGENTS
In an increasingly uncertain world, the role of executive protection agents has become vital for ensuring the safety and security of...
Atlas Admin
Jun 17, 20232 min read
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RESPONDING TO CRISIS SITUATIONS
Executive protection is a high-risk job that requires constant vigilance and preparedness. Immediate Action Drills (IADs) are an...
Atlas Admin
Jun 14, 20232 min read
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EXECUTIVE PROTECTION: VEHICLE SECURITY
In today's world, personal and corporate security are essential for high-profile individuals, executives, and dignitaries. They are...
Atlas Admin
Jun 6, 20232 min read
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Executive Protection: Building a Good Relationship with the Principal
One of the most critical aspects of executive protection is building a good relationship with the principal. It is essential to establish...
Atlas Admin
Jun 3, 20232 min read
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Ambush on US Embassy Staff Convoy in Nigeria Raises Security Concerns
In a shocking incident that sent shockwaves through diplomatic circles, an ambush on a US Embassy staff convoy occurred in Nigeria...
Atlas Admin
May 31, 20233 min read
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Executive Protection: Maintaining VIP security during an Event.
The chance for clients to network and promote their company or brand can be thrilling at occasions like conferences, product launches,...
Atlas Admin
May 30, 20233 min read
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FIREARMS IN EXECUTIVE PROTECTION
The use of guns in the executive protection industry is a highly debated topic. Some believe that it is necessary for security personnel...
Clement Chew
Apr 19, 20232 min read
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CoVid-19 - Implications on the Protection Industry in Southeast Asia
A Southeast Asian take on the Coronavirus.
Atlas Admin
Mar 26, 20205 min read
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4 ways to get a good job offer in Close Protection
Follow these four points to get the best for yourself in this cutthroat industry.
Clement Chew
Aug 29, 20193 min read
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A day in the life of an Atlas Frontline CP Officer
Guest post by Adam (pseudonym): SIA Qualified CP Officer I was recently assigned as a CPO team leader of a 4-man team, guarding a top...
Atlas Admin
Jul 2, 20193 min read
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3 Things You Need to Know About Close Protection Jobs in Southeast Asia
Want to know more about the CP industry in Southeast Asia? 3 points of advice.
Clement Chew
May 10, 20193 min read
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5 stories that really stuck out to us - Atlas Stories
In every course we do, I personally make sure that each candidate is given some time to tell their story of who they are, why they came...
Clement Chew
May 8, 20191 min read
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3 Essential Things You Need to Get a Job in CP
It’s not just your qualifications. We get asked these questions all the time through emails, Facebook Chat and our website’s chatbox....
Clement Chew
May 2, 20194 min read
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Top 4 Types of people who come on our SIA CP Courses
The SIA Close Protection course isn't for everyone. Sometimes, we get people who ask hundreds of questions about the course, but at the...
Atlas Admin
May 1, 20191 min read
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Interested in working for us? 2 things you need to know.
I know that I’ve kept it under wraps for a number of months now, but late last year Atlas was approached by its first client based in the...
Clement Chew
Apr 30, 20192 min read
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Do you need a SIA License to work overseas? Read to find out more!
One of the questions that we are frequently asked is whether you actually need an SIA Close Protection License to work in companies based...
Clement Chew
Apr 29, 20193 min read
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Want to work in executive protection? This is how much you'll earn.
How do you know what sort of rate to pay when hiring CP officers? According to an article posted in 2012 by the Business Insider, wages...
Clement Chew
Apr 28, 20191 min read
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The benefits of having UK Government Accreditation under your sleeve
"SIA", "CP", "RQF", "Ofqual"... So many acronyms. All of them being thrown around in conversations with players in the protection...
Clement Chew
Apr 1, 20192 min read
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