Marines Talent Management 2030:
In praise of older, more mature talent:
Advancements in neuroscience since 1985 have significantly expanded our understanding of the human brain, which we now know does not fully develop until a person reaches their early to mid-twenties. Until that point, a person is psychologically at a deficit, more likely to make poor decisions and accept unnecessary risk, and less able to control impulses. Marine Corps safety data support this finding: our youngest Marines are responsible for a disproportionate share of the total costs to the service as a result of mishaps, both on- and off-duty. Our youngest Marines are also responsible for a disproportionate share of misconduct across the force. This simple fact of biology cannot be overcome by training, education, or leadership.
Biology cannot be overcome by training, education, or leadership.
More physically fit, more physically mature.
Thought —
More wisdom in the military, and military generals than others.
General Gray — Grayisms as really fascinating.