Frequently Asked Questions

General Queries

What can I do RIGHT NOW, FOR FREE to make a start on my promotion preparation?
If you are serious, take action! There are a range of free digital police promotion guides available to download right now. There is more free valuable content on my Rank Success blog, a suite of guest posts at Police Hour, and a series of videos on YouTube. That’s an option to leap forward with your preparation today by supporting, challenging & provoking your thinking and to lay down some solid foundations ahead of your promotion opportunity. The guides are full of insights of what works, to help provide you with an an edge over the competition. The most common mistake made by aspiring candidates is not preparing ahead of opportunity.

Is my force included?
Yes. Rank Success supports all UK police forces, covering: England & Wales (including the Met Police), Police Scotland and PSNI. Most forces now use the Competency and Values Framework (CVF) to assess promotion candidates, but please note: sometimes forces (e.g. Police Scotland) choose to tailor the CVF for local needs, some are still using the PPF. However, the essence remains the same and the support will help you prepare effectively for your force and framework.

Why should I choose Rank Success?
Rank Success provides a simple and accessible service of 'What Works' in a manner flexible to your needs and duties. You receive incredible value for money from an approach which prepares you to become a great leader, connecting you with the important things in police leadership and promotion. This includes for example: Understanding the role; improving your attitude; developing your mindset; connecting you with your inspiration; improving your ability to clearly articulate your skills. 'The proof is in the pudding'.

Are your services relevant for Chief Inspector?
Yes! Rank Success specialises in supporting all Federated ranks, so the guides and other services are suitable for promotion to Sergeant, Inspector and Chief Inspector. A number of successful Chief Inspectors have been kind enough to share their success having used the guides or other promotion services.

What guarantees do you offer?
Rank Success offers no guarantees. Promotion isn't easy and will come from your own efforts: only your action, smart work and determination will achieve that. Rank Success helps you prepare ahead and take that meaningful action, target your efforts and build your determination / confidence to succeed.

Masterclasses

How do I book on a Police Promotion Masterclass?
Take a look at the masterclass availability and select a date best for you. Clicking the booking link will take you through the brief booking and payment process. Then just turn up! All materials you will need are provided on the day.

Can you deliver a promotion seminar in my force?
Sure! Please get in touch and we can talk through what you need and at a fair price for individuals. I also offer FREE seminars for forces with larger audiences (50+). So what have you got to lose?

Police Promotion Guides

Is my force promotion framework included?
Yes. Different forces have different processes (aligned to the National Police Promotion Framework Step 3) in place at different times for different ranks. The main competency (behaviour) frameworks in use for UK police promotion across England, Wales, Police Scotland and PSNI is the Competency & Values Framework (CVF). The guides (and my free blogs / YouTube channel) cover  this extensively. Also included for context and to aid wider preparation are the additional, previously-used behavioural frameworks called the 'Metropolitan Leadership Framework' (MLF) and the 'Policing Professional Framework' (PPF). The guides also recognise the differences in local processes being conducted by different forces (e.g. assessment tests, applications, presentations and interviews).

Do I need to register or have a login / password?
No! Unlike dreaded online learning platforms, access is hassle-free and you can read at your leisure once downloaded; there are no complicated logins and passwords to gain access to your purchased content, once you've bought it, it's yours for viewing on your chosen device at any time.

How quickly do I receive the guides I bought?
The link to download will arrive almost immediately after you have made your purchase. Check your 'Spam' folder just in case!

How do I download the digital guides?
Once your payment has been authorised, you will soon receive an email. This is delivered through a secure digital delivery system and includes a personalised activation link (single-use, valid for 3 days). Simply click the link to download and save to your PC, Mac, tablet, smart phone or other chosen device.

What format do the downloadable guides come in?
They are secure PDFs and look best when viewing on a tablet device, laptop or PC.

How long can I access the guides I bought?
As long as you like! Just save the PDF on your device and it's yours. Rank Success believes in value for money and that unlike online learning platforms, you should be able to access the information you bought at your leisure and be able to navigate sections quickly. The guides are rich in content and many have officers use them through more than one promotion process, without being forced to pay again.

Can I print the guides?
No, they are digital guides. They are delivered quickly and securely for you to download to your chosen reader. This protects the copyright and allows me to give the best value for officers.

Can I share the guide or any of the content?
All material is copyright protected and so any sharing with others is strictly prohibited. Should someone ask you for a copy, please advise them to download for themselves. I will provide exclusive discount codes for officers who want to buy as a team. The purchased guides include a watermark demonstrating the original purchaser, to help protect the intellectual property of Rank Success.

Coaching / 1-to-1 Support

How do I arrange one-to-one support?
Get in touch and we'll take it from there. The sessions can be in person, by phone or using tools like Skype or FaceTime. We will work around shifts and life commitments wherever possible, e.g. early morning or late evening sessions can be arranged.