Ep. 27 From Marine to Manager: cultivating a culture of high performance

How does a foundation in the military drive success in a high-performance work culture?

Jonathan Beaney, Head of Talent Acquisition at Revolut, has honed the art of reinvention — and he’s sharing how ambition and a passion for growth shaped his journey.

From the Royal Marines to corporate leadership, Jonathan reveals his insights on thriving in a high-performance culture, standing out in performance reviews, and balancing career success with parenthood.

In this episode, host Alex Carril and Jonathan discuss:

- Settling in to his most recent role as Head of Talent Acquisition

- What fuels his drive to change roles and pursue his career goals

- How Revolut recognises and rewards employees who aim high

- The high-performance culture at Revolut

- Tips for employees to stand out during quarterly performance reviews

- Advice to take more control of your professional growth

- Jonathan’s experience in the Royal Marines and why he decided to join

- The transition to civilian life and starting in the corporate world

- Strategies to manage work-life balance as a parent

- Discovering potential in unexpected paths

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