By the Editor – The author, as a former senior Career Manager, examines why Marines are leaving and what can be done to reduce these numbers. In doing so he exposes an underutilisation of strengths in HR management the Royal Marines already have. The essay is distilled from a recent HRM Masters Research Project, full versions can be obtained from the Author. “You need to get into the lads’ minds why they joined” Comment no. 9, Focus Group 4, February 2018 Context The RM has a high-quality workforce and a strong cultural ethos. Individuals are generally motivated to engage in behaviour that app…
