🚫 Workplace Bullying: How to Prevent the Silent Threat Undermining Your Culture and Safety
“It’s just a personality clash.” “She’s tough, but that’s her leadership style.” “He’s just under…
Author | Speaker | Expert Witness | Retired Police Lieutenant
Stopping Workplace Violence Before It Starts
Workplace violence doesn’t just happen—it builds.
The earlier you see it, the easier it is to stop.
Meet Paul Manley
Board-Certified Workplace Violence & Threat Specialist
Empowering safer workplaces through proactive solutions, early intervention, and leadership-driven culture change.
Paul Manley is a retired Police Lieutenant, former Court Prosecutor, and the author of How to Stay Calm and Aware in Any Situation and Beyond the Blaze. With over 30 years of frontline and executive experience, Paul has devoted his career to preventing the preventable—by equipping leaders with the tools to recognize early warning signs of violence, address root causes, and protect their people before crises unfold.
He is a Board-Certified Workplace Violence & Threat Specialist, a Certified De-escalation Instructor, an Adjunct Lecturer, and a nationally recognized speaker and expert witness in negligent security, inadequate security, and premises liability.
“I believe real safety starts with awareness—and courageous leadership that knows when to act.” —Paul Manley
Want to learn how Paul can help strengthen your organization’s safety culture? Connect With Paul
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Bring Paul to Your Organization
Paul delivers high-impact keynotes and hands-on training that change how leaders think about safety, accountability, and prevention. He’s trained 1,000s across sectors—and he brings real-world credibility to every room he enters.
Situational Awareness & De-escalation
Master how to assess your environment for potential threats and use effective techniques to calm tense situations before they escalate.
Fixing the Culture of Silence
Tailored programs to equip staff with skills to recognize and address potential threats.
Legal Liability & Leadership Accountability
Understand the legal responsibilities of your actions and how leadership plays a crucial role in maintaining safety and accountability.
Hostile Intruder & Crisis Response
Learn life-saving strategies for handling hostile intruder situations and other high-stress emergencies with confidence.
How to Stay Calm and Aware in Any Situation
By Joseph Paul Manley
A Practical Guide to Situational Awareness and De-Escalation Strategies.
Do you ever feel anxious, threatened, or overwhelmed by the situations you face in your daily life? Do you wish you had the skills to manage any challenge with confidence and ease? If so, this book is for you.
In this practical and empowering guide, you will learn how to use situational awareness and de-escalation strategies and techniques to stay safe and calm in any situation. Whether you are at work, in public, or at home, you will discover how to:
● Assess your environment and identify potential threats
● Avoid or escape dangerous situations before they escalate
● Communicate effectively and assertively with others
● Manage your emotions and cope with stress
● Resolve conflicts peacefully and constructively
By applying the principles and strategies in this book, you will be able to prevent or reduce harm, protect yourself and others, and achieve positive outcomes in any situation. You will also gain more confidence, resilience, and peace of mind in your everyday life.
Do not let fear or uncertainty hinder you from living your best life. Are you ready to take control of your safety and peace of mind? Learn how to stay safe and calm in any situation today!
Beyond the blaze
By Joseph Paul Manley
Your guide to turning emotion into strength and staying aware under pressure. .
What if anger weren’t something to suppress, but a force you could shape into strength?
Beyond the Blaze invites you to rethink your relationship with frustration, offering real-world strategies for mindfulness, communication, and emotional resilience. Whether you’re navigating tension at work, conflict in relationships, or stress in public situations, this book equips you with the tools to transform anger into growth. If you’re ready to stop being consumed by emotion and start using it to fuel a more grounded, empowered life, Beyond the Blaze is your guide forward.
7 Early Warning Signs of
Workplace Violence
What Every Responsible Leader Needs to Know.
Before It’s Too Late.
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Trusted in Courtrooms & Boardrooms
Paul is a seasoned expert witness in workplace violence, negligent security, and premises liability cases. His rare blend of experience—as a former law enforcement leader, courtroom prosecutor, adjunct lecturer, and corporate consultant—gives him the strategic insight and authority to navigate high-stakes litigation and deliver impactful testimony… why? I think it leans into power and value a touch more
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Trusted in Courtrooms & Boardrooms
Paul is a seasoned expert witness in workplace violence, negligent security, and premises liability cases. His unique background—as a law enforcement leader, courtroom prosecutor, adjunct lecturer and corporate consultant—makes him a powerful asset in complex litigation.
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It’s a certification for experts in preventing and addressing workplace violence. Joseph Paul Manley holds this certification and uses his expertise to help organizations stay safe.
I provide tailored security strategies, risk assessments, and team training to help organizations prevent workplace violence.
It’s an evaluation of your workplace to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities, aiming to reduce risks and prevent crises.
These techniques help spot warning signs early and prevent conflicts from escalating into serious threats or violence.
It represents advanced expertise in handling emergency crisis situations, ensuring preparedness and safety in any crisis.
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read our blog & article that might help you
The Hidden Link: Mental Health and Workplace Violence
Workplace Violence is a Leadership Problem—Not Just a Security Issue Workplace violence isn’t just an…
Beyond the Blaze: Quick-Start Handbook for Anger Management and De-escalation
“Stay calm.” Easier said than done, right? One heated comment. One wrong move. Suddenly, tensions…
Featured Interviews
Media Highlights
Joseph Paul Manley has been featured by national news outlets including NBC, CBS, ABC, and Experts.com for his expertise in workplace violence prevention, negligent security, and leadership-driven safety. His insights have helped shape national conversations on proactive risk mitigation and the role of leadership in preventing harm. Below is a curated selection of recent interviews and media appearances.
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