TIPS FOR BECOMING A WHISTELBLOWER
There has been a long open debate on whether you are a whistleblower or just a leaker of information. That is up to each individual to decide. If you do decide to become one, you must keep a few things in mind. You always have to protect yourself, no matter what.
Doing this as a profession is not easy. There are going to be some who don't like you. It's not you they have a problem with, it's your job. You have to learn to separate the two. Because it comes with the territory, get used to it.
Here are a few things to keep in mind, in order to make your job and life easier.
1) Be sure the information you get is factual, not just another rumor. If the documents are not considered classified, keep a backup copy for yourself. This will cover your tracks in every way. It will also help you to prove the validity.
2) Seek out legal counsel. I can't stress this enough. This falls under protection. If you are bringing charges against someone, you need to prove it. Don't take this part of the job lightly. You may be just the messenger, but you are involved. Your lawyer can see if the case is valid or just a smokescreen. By not protecting yourself, you are putting yourself further at risk.
Do everything the right way. Make sure that legal action is really required. Don't cut corners. Know that your life will change. Even though you may feel that you are doing the right thing, once you expose someone, there is no going back.
Become a whistleblower here and receive a financial reward.
Doing this as a profession is not easy. There are going to be some who don't like you. It's not you they have a problem with, it's your job. You have to learn to separate the two. Because it comes with the territory, get used to it.
Here are a few things to keep in mind, in order to make your job and life easier.
1) Be sure the information you get is factual, not just another rumor. If the documents are not considered classified, keep a backup copy for yourself. This will cover your tracks in every way. It will also help you to prove the validity.
2) Seek out legal counsel. I can't stress this enough. This falls under protection. If you are bringing charges against someone, you need to prove it. Don't take this part of the job lightly. You may be just the messenger, but you are involved. Your lawyer can see if the case is valid or just a smokescreen. By not protecting yourself, you are putting yourself further at risk.
Do everything the right way. Make sure that legal action is really required. Don't cut corners. Know that your life will change. Even though you may feel that you are doing the right thing, once you expose someone, there is no going back.
Become a whistleblower here and receive a financial reward.