Currently, there are (at least) two modes of thinking surrounding the onslaught of technology (Zoom meetings, apps to order food, driverless cars, social media, Amazon, on-demand entertainment, virtual reality, AI, etc.): (1) Wow, this makes life easier. (2) Where is the human connection in all of this?
There is a certain level of fear happening right now as society tries to find the balance between human flourishing and technological innovation.
Is it possible there are lessons we can learn from the US Military?
If there is one organization that has mastered the art of weaving human assets and technology together, it is the military. While the US military has been at the forefront of technology since the dawn of the military, core to each branch’s mission is people.
US Marines’ Mission Statement: To fight through anything—with everything.
Everything. This means people.
Have you talked to a present or former Marine? They are proud folk.
What can the larger society learn about the combination of technology and people through the US military?
Published by JC Hurtado-Prater | Culture Strategist + HR Consultant Specializing in Org Dev & Org Design
A culture strategist + HR consultant, educator, speaker and author on leadership + culture, I am committed to helping organizations thrive while elevating human flourishing for the betterment of the local and global community.
In a practical sense, I help organizations develop empowering leaders, cultivate high-performing teams and build strong cultures through training, consulting and team coaching.
The philosophy that drives me: “Above everything… people. Every human being is filled with the potential to lead, create or innovate. Therefore, one's work is the most sacred act one can give away...and time the greatest resource to expend.”
I am on a lifetime mission to help dynamic organizations become more effective in the local and global community by helping senior and HR executives attract, recruit, retain and ignite today’s top talent.
People. First. Always.
Find out more at jcco.io.
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