An Introduction to Celebrity Protection and Touring: A Guide to Mastering the Business of VIP Protection

By: Elijah Shaw, Dale June

Narrated by: Elijah Shaw

Length: 5 hrs and 23 mins

Publisher's summary

An Introduction to Celebrity Protection and Touring offers a peek behind the scenes of the close protection industry, more commonly known as the bodyguard business. More than the stereotypical bullet blocker, the modern protection specialist is a skilled practitioner who utilizes verbal judo much more than its physical counterpart. 

This audiobook, written by industry experts, Elijah Shaw and Dale June (USSS ret.), also narrows the focus, centering in on an exciting, but misunderstood, sector that involves working with celebrities ranging from actors to musicians and entering into their world of touring, filming and promotional appearances. While many may think that celebrity protection is one size fits all, nothing could be further from the truth, as you are not only dealing with the protection of the client, but the client's reputation. All this with the added pressure of the entire world looking over your shoulder, just waiting for a misstep. 

With real world advice, tactics and techniques on how to identify and defeat potential attackers, as well as covering everything from dealing with overzealous fans, to hyper-aggressive paparazzi, this audiobook offers proven solutions from two experts that have covered the gambit from the Grammy Awards to the White House.

©2018 Charles C. Thomas Pub Ltd. (P)2020 Elijah Shaw

Celebrating Protection

The content within this introduction gave me a good perspective into this domain. Nicely done!

Def listen full of real world knowledge

This was a great listen! Author knows his business and makes it easy to understand for anyone interested in the field. Loved having it in the car while I had to drive a lot. Also great to have the physical book on hand too. Great reference to go back to.

I must read for anyone in the Security world!

I’ve been following Elijah’s work for a few years now and have definitely learned a lot from him. When I saw Elijah was releasing a book pertaining to his processes and standards I immediately knew it was a must buy!
I decided since I had a trip coming up I would download the audiobook that way I could listen while on the airplane and while hanging out in the hotel.
Long story short I knocked the Audiobook out in 2 days and have now started it for the second time so I can make notes as I go.

This book is excellent for anyone who is already working or has an interest in the Security world.
Elijah covers all topics and details pertaining to the Do’s and Dont’s of the
VIP Protection Field.
I honestly believe this book is the standard and you should also purchase the paperback so you can make notes and use it like a quick reference guide when needed. I could go on and on about this book but...I’ll let you download it and find out for yourself!

Kevin - Charlotte, NC

Keep listening

Donald Sadler review: This was a great read and now we have the greater benefit of always being able to get the truths of the pages on the go. The lessons learned from the pages come alive with the true expression of the author who himself has narrated this piece of work. While in my vehicle, doing chores around the house, on the plane or wherever you use private audio, this is definitely an on the go story that keeps giving to those in the protection industry. Heck, I see it being used in the training classrooms too. The information is so easily digestible, even those who seek our services will better understand what it is they should be looking for and how we should be operating as personal protection agents. The truth has been made plain for all to understand.

All Ears!

Elijah has done it again by taking the craft to the next level! Be it novice or seasoned professionals, one can use this as an everyday tool while on the go or “hurrying and waiting”. Big ups and much respect!

Great Listen

Thanks man , i did 16 years in the af , worked along side with secret service for years and dod , 170 countries doing Presidential security and u reminded me of so many things i tend to forget from time to time as far as protection etiquette

Thank u

An entertaining masterclass!

Having read the book, I’m amazed at how listening made it even more amazing; Hearing it directly from Elijah’s mouth made it come more alive. His personality, voice inflections, and tone... made it an entertaining masterclass. It’s like having an expert in your ear giving you the game at any moment. I highly recommend for anyone that already has the book, and to those just being introduced.

This is for the experienced as well as the novice practitioner.

This is an absolute must-have training tool for anyone looking to make their break into the celebrity protection world, as well as executive protection. With over 30 years of experience by the authors, this presentation covers it all: from the excitement of getting on a celebrity detail, to the more mundane aspects such as advance work and arranging venue operations. From dealing with management in the music industry, to dealing with your protectee’s entourage. No one covers the true aspect of celebrity protection like Elijah Shaw, as he practically refined it to a tee. Just ask Usher...

Interesting for outsiders too

Great peak on what goes on behind the curtain to make celebrities stars. Engaging, making it a great listen.

Excellent!

There are few books that gives you an in depth view of what Executive Protection is. Having read the book I've found it to be one of the more comprehensive books on the subject. Now having the audio version pursuit all that information in your pocket and allows you to get a refresher on the go. Kudos to Mr. Shaw for providing this handle manual in audio version. it will definitely come in handy.