In this episode of the Expert Series, Dan Doran discusses retention challenges in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), emphasizing the need for leadership to prioritize retention and address the CAF’s risk-averse culture.
He highlights that slow recruitment processes and a focus on procedure over results are key obstacles to retaining top talent, and calls for a shift towards a more dynamic, risk-tolerant culture, citing historical and global examples like WWII promotions and Australia’s flexible service model. He also stresses the importance of offering diverse incentives and speeding up recruitment to stay competitive.
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