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Survival to Success: Stay Solvent, Financially Secure Leading In Scary Times
This article from Take The Lead discusses strategies for maintaining financial stability and effective leadership during uncertain times. McLean & Company highlights the importance of proactive planning, transparent communication, and embracing change as opportunities for innovation. By leveragin...
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20 Ways HR Leaders Can Strengthen EQ For Greater Impact
In this Forbes article, HR leaders share strategies to enhance emotional intelligence (EQ) within their organizations. President Jennifer Rozon emphasizes that developing EQ is crucial for HR professionals to navigate complex interpersonal dynamics, foster inclusive cultures, and drive organizati...
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Friendships at work: Hindering team performance or boosting the retention game?
McLean & Company's Employee Engagement Trends Report 2025 reveals that 78% of employees report positive relationships with their co-workers, highlighting the significant role workplace friendships play in enhancing engagement and retention. As discussed in this article from ET HRWorld, fostering ...
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Transforming Performance Management: Insights from McLean & Company
McLean & Company introduces a comprehensive framework aimed at modernizing performance management practices. As detailed in this piece from Investors Hangout, the approach emphasizes aligning personal growth with organizational objectives through a three-step process: defining a performance manag...
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The Future of HR: Shifting from Administrative to Strategic Roles
In this article from 15Five, McLean & Company's HR Trends 2025 Report is cited to illustrate the evolving role of HR from administrative functions to strategic partnerships. Key trends identified include redefining manager roles to focus on upskilling, adopting skills-based hiring practices, brea...
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New report examines drivers of employee engagement
Charity Village highlights McLean & Company's Employee Engagement Trends Report 2025, revealing that organizations proactively measuring and addressing engagement data are better equipped to navigate uncertainties and maintain workforce productivity. The report indicates that 62.6% of employees a...
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Payroll accuracy helps productivity – and reduces liability
This HRD Canada article emphasizes that precise payroll compliance is crucial for building trust, boosting productivity, and ensuring employee well-being. Lisa Highfield, Principal Director, Research and Advisory Services at McLean & Company underscores that accurate payroll systems not only enha...
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Customize pre-employment assessments to reduce risk of bad hires, McLean says
In this article from HR Dive, McLean & Company recommends a structured, multi-step approach that leverages tailored assessments to improve hiring accuracy, enhance candidate experience, and support long-term talent success. Senior Vice President Karen Mann shares that customizing pre-employment a...
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5 challenges of AI in recruitment
Director Will Howard emphasizes that while AI can bring efficiencies to the hiring process, it also introduces new challenges - including bias, data privacy risks, and poor candidate experiences. In this piece from TechTarget, McLean & Company highlights that HR must remain actively involved in A...
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Press Releases
HR Must Identify Critical Roles to Reduce Talent Gaps in Succession Planning, Says McLean & Company
HR leaders must guide organizations in separating role criticality from individual performance to ensure operational continuity and long-term success, according to new research from McLean & Company. The HR research and advisory firm reports that organizations often struggle to distinguish roles ...
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McLean & Company's Flagship HR Conference, Signature 2025, Heads to Houston, Texas for November
Signature 2025 has been announced with a bold theme for this year's event: "Human Centric. Future Ready." McLean & Company's annual research-based conference challenges HR executives and leadership teams to rethink, reimagine and transform the workplace with next-level strategies designed for the...
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HR Plays Key Role in Maximizing Social Media Benefits for Organizations: Guide From HR Advisory Firm McLean & Company
In a newly updated resource, global HR research and advisory firm McLean & Company explains the importance of making better use of technology, including social media, to deliver on organizational goals and priorities. HR's expertise is the key to unlocking social media's potential to engage the w...
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Strategically Redesigning the Structure of HR Functions Is Essential for Long-Term Success, Says McLean & Company
A new resource from global HR research and advisory firm McLean & Company outlines a four-step process to help HR leaders redesign the structure of HR functions. The firm's research findings and recommended approach will help HR leaders ensure that HR structures are strategically aligned, adaptab...
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HR Must Leverage Skills Practices That Are Suited to the Organization's Unique Needs, Says HR Research Firm McLean & Company
Global HR research and advisory firm McLean & Company explains that organizations exist along a spectrum ranging from job-based to skills-based operating models, with "skills-aware" falling between the two. While a full skills transformation has many advertised benefits, it is not the answer for ...
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Amid Rising Workplace Demands, McLean & Company Offers Capacity Planning Guidance to HR Leaders
A new guide from global HR research and advisory firm McLean & Company provides actionable insights to help HR leaders support capacity planning, optimize people resources, and reduce burnout. In the resource, three key sections prepare HR leaders to anticipate capacity demands and choose appropr...
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HR Priorities Shift in 2025: Leadership Development and Retention Take Center Stage, Says New HR Trends Report from McLean & Company
A new report from McLean & Company, one of the world's leading HR research and advisory firms, highlights the critical priorities for HR organizations in 2025. The firm's research reveals that leadership development, employee retention, and cost management are essential focus areas for HR as orga...
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Developing Leaders is a Top Priority for HR in 2025, Plays Critical Role in Influencing Financial Results and Driving Employee Engagement: Research Insights From McLean & Company
In a newly updated resource, global HR research and advisory firm McLean & Company spotlights that leaders at all levels are key drivers of organizational success. As developing leaders is the leading priority for HR in 2025, the firm's updated resource includes a four-step process to build impac...
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HR's Role as Strategic Partner Stagnates for First Time in Four Years: HR Must Adapt to Shifting Priorities and Demonstrate Data-Backed ROI in 2025, Says New Trends Report From McLean & Company
Global HR research and advisory firm McLean & Company has published its highly anticipated annual HR Trends Report. The 2025 report outlines current and future trends in the HR space, identifies top priorities for the coming year, and provides data-based insights to help HR leaders prepare their ...
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