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Behind the ROI of belonging at work: Why should employers care?
This Economic Times piece delves into why belonging has shifted from a ‘nice-to-have’ to a business imperative - demonstrating how a sense of belonging enhances engagement, performance, and retention. McLean & Company’s recent research is spotlighted, illustrating how belonging interventions, suc...
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10 Key Methods For Measuring Return-To-Office Policy Effectiveness
In this Forbes Human Resources Council article, contributors explore how organizations can meaningfully assess the success of return-to-office (RTO) mandates. Jennifer Rozon provides a data-informed perspective, emphasizing that effectiveness should be evaluated through more than just badge swipe...
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Unlocking belonging in the workplace: Harness the power of belonging to thrive together and drive success in any environment
CharityVillage examines how cultivating belonging can strengthen organizational culture and performance, particularly within purpose-driven sectors. McLean & Company’s research plays a central role in the piece, offering actionable insights into how belonging directly influences retention, engage...
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Winners of Readers’ Choice Awards for 2025
Canadian HR Reporter announced the winners of the annual Readers’ Choice Awards for HR for 2025. McLean & Company has been recognized for excellence in Employee Engagement Surveys and Leadership & Team Development for 2025.
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Are your employees ready to become ‘agent bosses’?
Raconteur explores how agentic AI - autonomous AI agents acting with minimal oversight - is poised to transform HR. McLean & Company provides a cautionary viewpoint based on recent research. The firm highlights the risks of piecemeal AI adoption and urges HR teams to lead on governance, readiness...
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Job skills in demand for 2025 and beyond
Fallan Mitchell, Senior Analyst for HR and Advisory Services at McLean & Company, discusses how the SAR (Situation – Action – Result) framework is used to help candidates articulate soft skills as measurable, results-oriented stories.
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Losing jobs to AI was just the start, Gen Z is outsourcing emotions too. New reports warn of a looming crisis
This article references insights from McLean & Company regarding Gen Z’s growing reliance on AI for emotional support. McLean cautions that this trend risks diminishing emotional intelligence and underscores the need for HR to balance AI adoption with investment in human-centric skill development.
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Generation Z employees say they rely on AI for emotional intelligence
The piece quotes McLean & Company’s guidance warning that over-dependence on AI may undermine soft skills like empathy and personal accountability. HR leaders are advised to create opportunities for interpersonal learning that AI cannot replicate.
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Skeptical about trending workplace terms? You're not alone.
In this article, Grace Ewles discusses skepticism around buzzwords like “quiet quitting”. McLean & Company’s latest research report, Buzzwords: Helpful or Harmful?, is cited in exploring how trending workplace terms - like “quiet quitting” or “rage applying” - can both reflect and distort employe...
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Press Releases
Organizations Risk Losing Top Talent Without Clear Career Pathing, Says HR Research Firm McLean & Company
As employees continue to seek meaningful development and internal mobility, many organizations are falling short in providing the clarity and support needed to retain top talent. McLean & Company's recent research, Develop an Integrated Career Pathing Framework, addresses this critical gap with a...
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Why Organizational Redesigns Fail and What to Do About It: McLean & Company Releases New Research on Implementation Strategy for HR Leaders
New research insights published by global HR research and advisory firm McLean & Company emphasizes that well-intentioned redesigns fall short without a clear implementation roadmap, strong change leadership, and ongoing optimization.
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The ROI of Belonging at Work: McLean & Company Research Reveals Why HR Must Build a Culture Where Employees Feel Seen, Heard, and Connected
What does it take to truly thrive as an organization? In an era marked by growing loneliness, disconnection, and change, new research from global HR advisory firm McLean & Company identifies belonging as a critical driver of individual, team, and organizational success. The report highlights how ...
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McLean & Company Named Winner in Two Categories of the 2025 Canadian HR Reporter Readers' Choice Awards
Global HR research & advisory firm McLean & Company has been recognized by Canadian HR Reporter for excellence in Employee Engagement Surveys and Leadership & Team Development for 2025.
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Buzzwords in the Workplace: New Research From McLean & Company Warns HR Leaders Against Reactive Responses to Trending Terms
Global HR research and advisory firm McLean & Company's latest research outlines the risks, rewards, and reality behind HR buzzwords, offering a practical framework to help leaders focus on what matters most.
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Updated HR Research Links Effective Employee Onboarding to Engagement, Retention, and Culture: McLean & Company Resource
Global HR research and advisory firm McLean & Company has released an updated resource, Develop a Comprehensive Onboarding Program, that contains research insights and expert advice that will help HR leaders build engaging, high-impact onboarding experiences that extend beyond orientation. The fi...
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Building Resilience: McLean & Company's Research Unveils the Formula for Thriving HR Teams
Research from global HR research and advisory firm McLean & Company offers HR leaders a practical roadmap for building resilience within their teams. As workplace demands rise, the firm's refreshed blueprint will help HR professionals strengthen their ability to manage stress, navigate change, an...
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Future-Ready HR: Agenda Details Released for McLean & Company's Signature 2025 Conference
A first look at the preliminary agenda for Signature 2025 November 2-4 in Houston, Texas, has been unveiled. Hosted by global HR research and advisory firm McLean & Company, Signature 2025 is the firm's renowned annual conference designed to equip HR leaders with practical strategies and future-f...
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Technology Futurist and Author Crystal Washington to Deliver Keynote at McLean & Company's Signature 2025 HR Conference in Houston in November
McLean & Company has announced a prominent keynote speaker for Signature 2025: Crystal Washington, technology futurist, strategist, and bestselling author. Known for her energetic and engaging style, Washington will take the stage at the firm's annual HR conference in Houston in November to help ...
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