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Business Book Awards 2026 Shortlisted in Specialist category
‘Anyone interested in protecting themselves or others should read this book.’ - Neil Basu QPM, former head of UK Counter Terrorism Policing
Take the guesswork out of protecting clients.
Public figures are increasingly receiving death threats. Ordinary people are struggling with toxic behaviour in the workplace. Psychological and reputational harm are both on the rise. How can security and HR professionals identify, assess, and manage targeted threats smarter in what feels like an ever more dangerous world?
Drawing on the latest research and methodologies used by government departments, Philip Grindell, one of the world’s most trusted leaders and advisors in lone actor, fixated, and workplace threats, provides a proven, science-based framework together with practical personal security measures that will help you take the guesswork out of helping clients and colleagues feel safer.
Bringing together elements of forensic psychology, protective intelligence, and personal safety, and with contributions from experts including former members of the FBI and US Secret Service, forensic psychologists and protection specialists, he sets out a practical blueprint for an intelligence-led response to some of the most challenging security threats we face today.
'Timely and valuable to anyone in the public eye.’ - Richard Madeley , Writer and broadcaster
’Whether you’re dealing with physical security, online threats or crisis management, this book is a comprehensive and useful guide to keeping people and assets safe.’ - G.B. Jones, Chief Safety & Security Officer, FIFA World Cup 2026; former FBI Special Agent
’This book is a significant resource to anyone involved in helping others feel safer.’ - Kim Leadbeater, Member of Parliament for Spen Valley (sister of Jo Cox MP)
'A great, multifaceted explanation on safety and security. In a world in which threats to the individual and organisations have (and are) expanding exponentially, when bad actors are not just on street corners, but behind every IP address, Philip delivers a practical explanation on threats and how to counteract those threats.' - Amazon 5*
'A fantastic resource for anyone involved in personal security. Having worked in Royal & VIP security, as well as protection of major events, embassies, airports and airlines, I found great value in the information, lessons and case studies provided in this volume. Any professional in this field is missing out if they don’t read this.' - Amazon 5*
During his time as a Scotland Yard Detective, Philip Grindell’s expertise in identifying threats was put to the test when he was tasked with protecting MPs following the assassination of Jo Cox. He is now one of the UK's most trusted leaders and advisors in lone actors, fixated and workplace threats.
- Cover
- Praise for Personal Threat Management
- Title
- Copyright
- Dedication
- Contents
- Foreword
- Prologue
- Part 1: Understanding the threats
- Chapter 1: Security vs safety
- Chapter 2: Fixated threats
- Chapter 3: Unwanted attention
- Chapter 4: Communicated threats
- Chapter 5: Work-related violence
- Chapter 6: Threat escalation
- Chapter 7: Pre-attack warning behaviours
- Chapter 8: Safer events and functions
- Part 2: Managing the threats
- Chapter 9: Interviewing and gathering information
- Chapter 10: Be situationally aware
- Chapter 11: Trust your intuition
- Chapter 12: Personal safety
- Chapter 13: Stop giving away your secrets
- Chapter 14: Complacency kills
- Chapter 15: The security profession
- Afterword
- Endnotes and further publications
- The author
- Index