Jess Flores, Founder of Next Shift, LLC, began her law enforcement career at just 21 years old. But at 31, everything changed when an injury and failed surgery abruptly ended the career she thought she’d have forever.
After YEARS of struggling to rediscover her identity and purpose without the badge, Jess finally found her way forward—and she’s made it her mission to help others do the same.
Now, through Next Shift Academy, Jess is dedicated to helping current and former LEOs:
REdiscover their IDENTITY
REdefine their PURPOSE
REignite their PASSIONS
At Next Shift Academy, you’ll find a supportive community and resources designed to help you remember who you are BEHIND the badge and prepare for a fulfilling life after law enforcement. Your Next Shift starts here.
The end of your law enforcement career, whether by choice or by force, is inevitable—and it’s often far more challenging than we anticipate.
But here’s the GOOD news: You don’t have to navigate this journey alone. There are more resources available now than ever before, and Next Shift Academy is here to support you every step of the way.
Many of the officers I’ve worked with have shared feelings like:
GUILT for leaving others behind
DOUBT and the "WTF did I do?"
FEAR of the unknown
ISOLATION from former colleagues/friends
These emotions are completely NORMAL, and the best part? We can work through them together. At Next Shift Academy, you’ll find a community where you’re SEEN, HEARD, and UNDERSTOOD by those who have been there, done that.
After coaching and DEBRIEF calls, many say they’ve gained a new sense of clarity and the confidence to take decisive action toward creating their Next Shift. You’re not alone in this transition—together, we’ll help you embrace your next chapter with purpose and confidence.