The reality of the bodyguard lifestyle is not nearly as glamorous as portrayed in movies and TV. When you do actually see a working bodyguard, it’s just for a small percentage of the time they are transporting a client between locations or working a crowd.
Professional bodyguards (or Executive Protection Agents) do much more of their work behind the scenes. They are generally highly trained and disciplined, especially at the most elite agencies. They often come from specialized military or law enforcement backgrounds. Let’s take a look at the most common bodyguard responsibilities.
