100 RULES FOR THE NEW BODYGUARD: PART ONE

By Mark Phillips

Do you feel that it is time for a career change? Are you interested in learning what it is like to be a bodyguard? Have you sought training only to find that courses are scarce and very expensive?

In 100 Rules for the New Bodyguard, industry expert Big Mark the Bodyguard talks straight about what it is like to be the protector

• Language: English
• Publisher: Phillips Technical Consulting, LLC
• Release date: Sep 14, 2023
• ISBN: 9781733367714

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FOREWORD

There are some people who are born protectors. Who when trouble arises - runs toward the problem, not away, to ensure the safety of all involved. Big Mark the Bodyguard is one of those people.

Literally, from the day we met, I have observed Mark protecting others. I’ve learned from him as we worked countless details together. We co-founded BODYGUARDS DETROIT and BODYGUARDS4HIRE.COM, worked tirelessly for our clients, trained bodyguard courses and grew our business to the #1 Bodyguards Service in the United States with a 100% success rate.

If you are considering a career in protections, if you are also a natural protector, or if you just want to know what it is like to work near and around celebrities, top executives, and the wealthy, then you will find this book valuable. Why try to navigate this exclusive industry alone? In this book, Mark shares with you easy-to-apply advice to help you decide what type of training you need, how to work with clients, where to secure details and develop clientele, as well as health and wellness strategies to prepare you for the work which requires physical and mental toughness. In Part 2, which I have had the privilege of early access – He continues setting you up for success by digging into protection strategies, tips, and tricks to set yourself apart in the industry and much, much more.

On a personal note, there is no one who could be prouder to watch their business partner and husband share his depth of knowledge and experience with each of you. I have always felt completely safe in Mark’s presence and much safer when navigating this world based on all I have learned from him over the years. I have watched Mark masterfully navigate this industry’s challenges and because of his leadership we have secured an amazing clientele, worked with industry elite, been on concert stages, television and movie sets, walked red carpets, and more. Big Mark the Bodyguard is a thought leader, public speaker, and a true influencer for the protections industry. Adding author to that list is a natural progression. Mark, your vision and unyielding perseverance has taken us on such a wonderful adventure. I can’t wait to see what’s next for us! If I told you the sky was the limit you would find a way to get us to the stars!

Your loving wife,

LaToya Phillips

CEO of BODYGUARDS DETROIT & BODYGUARDS 4 HIRE

PREFACE

Daily, our company receives phone calls and inquiries from interested individuals looking to join the elite network of bodyguards at our company, Bodyguards 4 Hire. Some have a security, military, or law enforcement background. Many are just starting out.

I have enjoyed a successful career as a celebrity and corporate bodyguard. Due to my experience and expertise, I’ve enjoyed working with the elite, the famous (sometimes infamous) and being mentored by those who set the bar for celebrity protection. The goal of Bodyguards 4 Hire: 100 Rules for the New Bodyguard – Part 1 is to answer the question: What does the new bodyguard need to know before getting started? There is much to learn about the protections industry. And if you are trying to determine your career path, you may not be ready to travel across the country and invest in pricey courses just to find out if this is the right industry for you. This book will save you both time and money all while providing a foundation for you to build your career in protections upon.

WHY SHOULD YOU READ THIS BOOK?

Of course, I am biased and think you should read this book. However, you could benefit from reading any reference book that focuses on the protections industry. So why read this book? Bodyguards 4 Hire: 100 Rules for the New Bodyguard – Part 1 isn’t focused on theory. Rather, it contains real- world tools, techniques and exercises which make a huge difference in your ability to apply what you read. Within these pages, you will find numerous straight-forward examples which relate to each specific topic and questions that will help you to retain and apply each concept and how it can be used in the real world.

HOW TO READ THIS BOOK

The 50 rules in this volume have been grouped together based on topic. You don’t have to read this book cover to cover, nor completely in sequence. If you need to know more about a specific topic, use the contents page to find your way directly to it. We want you to be able to apply the direction and advice as you need it and refer often to benefit from the practical wisdom you have at your disposal. The terms client and principal are used interchangeably throughout the rules to represent the person or people being protected.

Within some rules, we may offer additional digital products – free to you for purchasing this book. You will find links to those products, so that you may always access the latest and greatest versions.

And that’s it. I hope you enjoy and benefit from the first half of the rules written specifically for you!

Mark Phillips

Author

COO of BODYGUARDS DETROIT & BODYGUARDS 4 HIRE

THE BODYGUARD & TRAINING

An empty training room that could be used for bodyguard training.

RULE 1: GET TRAINED

A common concern of those entering the bodyguard industry is whether or not to invest in training courses, and if so, what school would be best suited to you? One reason to consider attending one or more training schools may be