Military Culture Shift: The Impact of War, Money, and Generational Perspective on Morale, Retention, and Leadership

A guide to understanding and leading today's US military force.Significant shifts in military culture have created a complex set of challenges, impacting morale and motivation, recruitment and retention, and program participation. Military Culture Shift presents the story of US military service members, their families, and the institution itself, through the lens of multiple generations and key contributing factors. A licensed counselor and leadership consultant, author Corie Weathers draws from her professional work with military families and leaders, more than 15 years of research, and her own experience as the spouse of an active-duty service member, to offer narrative history, insights, and perspectives on: Generational viewpoints, from World War I veterans to today’s recruits (Gen Z)Short- and long-term impact of Department of Defense budget decisionsEmerging social trends within the military community, especially post-9/11Cumulative effect of two decades of war on military family wellness Of special interest to military leaders, service members, military family members, as well as historians, politicians, educators, and counselors, Military Culture Shift helps readers understand and embrace: How past decisions have led to the current stateGenerational differences in motivation, trust in authority, and learning stylesWhy families aren't turning up for in-person and social eventsCommunication shifts that impact cohesivenessLeadership strategies to influence positive changes going forward Read more