DISCRETION - There's no great secret to the prerequisites for a successful investigator. By applying himself, the neophyte can acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to his vocation. With experience, he'll harden himself against criticism and learn to observe and quickly determine what factors are relevant to the matter at hand while not expending his energies on those that are not. As I frequently reiterate, though, there are personal characteristics, unattainable on courses, without which his best intentions count for nothing. In order of prominence, these are Discretion, Intuition, Valour, Integrity and Tenacity (easily remembered by the acronym D.I.V.I.T) While the last named qualities are obvious assets to any endeavour, many otherwise gifted investigators forget the necessity of discretion. Put simply, a blabbermouthed investigator, however proficient, is a liability. Quiet satisfication should be sufficient to the successful conclusion of any case. Anyone who feels compelled to blow his trumpet should join a band and leave the delicate business of investigation to those who can keep their own counsel.

Home

Glossary

Hamilton Live

Casebook

 

Contact