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Tailored HR Programs Can Help Hourly Employees, Report Finds
In HR Dive, McLean & Company’s latest research underscores the importance of designing HR programs that address the unique needs of hourly workers, who constitute over 60% of the U.S. workforce. Karen Mann, Senior Vice President, emphasizes that retention and engagement begin with inclusion, nece...
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The Business Case for Developing Better Leaders
This article explores why leadership development has become a top HR priority in 2025, drawing on findings from McLean & Company’s HR Trends 2025 Report. The report highlights that developing leaders, retaining top talent, and managing labor costs now outrank recruiting on the HR agenda. McLean &...
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Why More CEOs Are Heading for the Exit
In The Wall Street Journal, Elysca Fernandes, Director of Human Resources Research and Advisory Services at McLean & Company, explains that many organizations are struggling to retain high-potential talent, as fewer emerging leaders are interested in advancing into senior roles. Fernandes points ...
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Companies tend to hire based on vibes, not skills, study shows
HR Dive reports that many organizations still rely on subjective cultural fit over skills when making hiring decisions, often leading to misaligned talent choices. McLean & Company's data underscores the importance for using inclusive language in communications, and that it can reinforce an organ...
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AI might be taking over entry-level tasks, but that could be good news for recruits
This Globe and Mail article explores how AI is transforming entry-level roles. Principal Director Lisa Highfield highlights that organizations must view this shift as an opportunity: reskilling early-career employees and transitioning them into higher-value, strategic roles will not only future-p...
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How can HR navigate the social media jungle?
In Raconteur, the evolving role of social media in HR is explored, noting its importance in employer branding and talent acquisition. Director Elysca Fernandes shares that organizations must focus on authenticity, encouraging employee-driven content over corporate messaging to resonate more effec...
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5 workplace challenges holding early career workers back
In this HR Dive article, research highlights that early-career employees face challenges without strong onboarding, mentorship, and workload support, leading to early disengagement. Director Amanda Chaitnarine of McLean & Company emphasizes that extending onboarding beyond the first week — throug...
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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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Press Releases
Global HR Advisory Firm McLean & Company Releases New Resource to Help HR Leaders Effectively Promote HR's Value to Key Audiences
The lack of clarity around HR's role and its value has been a persistent challenge for decades. To help address this challenge, McLean & Company's new resource offers best practices on examining how HR creates value for key audiences, crafting segmented HR value propositions for each audience and...
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Organizations Must Navigate DEI Resistance and Misconceptions to Enable an Inclusive Future for All, Says HR Research & Advisory Firm McLean & Company
According to a new resource from global HR research and advisory firm McLean & Company, HR and DEI leaders face shifting challenges, misconceptions, and resistance in the DEI space as they seek to guide their organizations into an inclusive future of work. Leaders must uncover the root causes of ...
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McLean & Company Reveals New Agenda Details for McLean Signature, the Highly Anticipated Annual Industry Conference for HR Professionals
Global HR research and advisory firm and conference host McLean & Company has recently shared the full McLean Signature 2024 conference agenda. Set for October 27-29 in Las Vegas with speakers from Revvity, the Atlanta Braves, the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, and Partners Credit Union, a Walt D...
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HR Research & Advisory Firm McLean & Company Named Excellence Awardee in 2024 Canadian HR Awards "Best Service Provider" Category
Citing an all-time high volume and caliber of nominations for 2024, the Canadian HR Awards has recognized McLean & Company for the firm's excellence in providing exceptional services and experiences to its member organizations.
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Emotions Play a Critical Role in the Workplace - Emotional Health Is a Priority in the Future of Work, Says Global HR Advisory Firm McLean & Company
In a new thought leadership resource, global HR research and advisory firm McLean & Company highlights that although there has historically been little room for emotions in the workplace, future-focused organizations have a responsibility to drive a healthy emotional culture for employees or else...
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McLean & Company Launches New Learning & Development Resource Center and Learning Content Library to Streamline Member Experience
Global HR research and advisory firm McLean & Company has launched its Learning & Development (L&D) Resource Center and Learning Content Library to help HR professionals find the right resources to support them wherever they are in their L&D journey, create learning pathways that align with organ...
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Adopting Trauma-Aware Organizational Practices Fosters a Safe Workplace for All in the Future of Work, Says Global HR Advisory Firm McLean & Company
In a new industry resource, global HR research and advisory firm McLean & Company explains that experiencing trauma can significantly and negatively impact employee health and wellbeing and, in turn, organizational outcomes. The firm's insights outline how organizations can provide safe work envi...
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Organizations With an Effective Employee Listening Strategy Are More Likely to Foster Creativity, Inclusion, and Loyalty: New Research From HR Advisory Firm McLean & Company
Employee listening contributes to greater organizational and people outcomes, according to a new resource from global HR research and advisory firm McLean & Company. When organizations actively listen to employees, they are more likely to cultivate creativity, a sense of belonging, and a commitme...
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McLean & Company Named 2024 Winner by Canadian HR Reporter in Two Readers' Choice Awards Categories
Global HR research and advisory firm McLean & Company has been awarded Canadian HR Reporter's Readers' Choice Award in two categories in 2024. The honors are a recognition of the firm's excellence in enabling professional development and employee engagement evaluation for its members.
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