Manager vs Leader – Who are You?

by McKinney HR Team | 4 Sep 2023 | HR Blog

The terms “leadership” and “management” are often used interchangeably. There is some overlap between the work that leaders and managers do, but there are also very important differences.  Here are few of the most important differences that set leaders apart: Leader...

Exam Results Time – “I want to praise you like I should….”

by McKinney HR Team | 24 Aug 2023 | HR Blog

Early August is when exam results arrive in Scotland. This year (2023), one of the team’s daughters received their results – and was disappointed. They were fantastic results, As and Bs, however peer pressure to be better than the next person, the drive for all As and...

Sun Bed Wars. The consequences of an unhealthy culture.

by McKinney HR Team | 18 Aug 2023 | HR Blog

In August this year, newspapers reported British tourists caught up in “carnage” and “ferocious battles” to get poolside loungers in Spain. Queues of more than 100 people at 8am, free for all behaviours, rudeness, elbowing, shouting. Holiday makers were being left to...

How to protect your organisation against applicant fraud and minimise the risks associated with recruitment decisions

by McKinney HR Team | 10 Aug 2023 | HR Blog

At McKinney HR, we understand that building a strong and reliable workforce is of utmost importance to our clients. We are all aware of the challenges associated with finding the right talent, but how can you minimise risks during the recruitment process and how aware...

McDonald’s case: Sexual harassment as a serious workplace issue

by McKinney HR Team | 27 Jul 2023 | HR Blog

More than 100 UK McDonald’s staff have spoken out about the ‘toxic work culture’ of sexual assault, harassment, racism and bullying according to a new investigation by the BBC. Most of them also admit that senior managers failed to act after workers...