Aligning data and workforce strategy to business goals.

Esther L.

Jean,

PhD

ABOUT

About Dr. Esther L. Jean
Dr. Jean is a is an accomplished researcher, business scholar, and consultant specializing in workforce strategies, organizational health, future of work design, and workforce analytics. Currently a Senior People Analytics Researcher at Google, she leads initiatives that use predictive modeling and data insights to optimize organizational design, productivity, and employee engagement.

Her work bridges the gap between evidence-based research and actionable business solutions — helping senior leaders make informed, strategic decisions that drive measurable impact.

Dr. Jean’s research has appeared in top journals including Journal of Applied Psychology, Journal of Organizational Behavior, and Human Performance. She has held faculty and research positions at the University of Miami, the University of Texas at Arlington, and the University of Illinois.

Core Expertise

  • People Analytics & Workforce Planning

  • Organizational Health & Performance Optimization

  • Predictive Modeling & Data Visualization

  • Research Design & Insight Generation

  • Leadership Development & Talent Strategy

Signature Approach:

Dr. Jean combines academic depth, analytical precision, and a collaborative consulting style. Her approach is methodical yet human-centered—grounded in data, driven by strategy, and focused on sustainable growth.

FEATURED PUBLICATIONS

📌 Identity Work Support Perceptions (IWSP) Scale
📌 Thought Experiments – Review & Recommendations

When employees feel supported in exploring and expressing both their work and non-work identities, they show stronger attitudes and are more willing to support others in the workplace. Leaders should create environments that enable authentic identity expression—particularly for marginalized groups—while thoughtfully managing the potential risks of reinforcing divisive or harmful identities. The IWSP scale allows organizations to measure inclusion efforts and design strategies that strengthen authenticity, belonging, and engagement.

Thought experiments provide leaders with a risk-free way to test ideas, evaluate strategies, and uncover blind spots—especially in times of uncertainty or change. When intentionally integrated into leadership practice, these mental simulations help organizations foster innovation, challenge assumptions, and develop future-ready strategies. Leaders who prioritize this reflective thinking approach make more visionary, high-impact decisions.

📌 Structural Equation Modeling (SEM)

SEM equips organizations with a powerful analytical method to uncover the true drivers of outcomes such as engagement, performance, and well-being—moving beyond surface-level metrics. By testing theoretically driven models, leaders gain data-backed clarity on what actually works, enhancing confidence in strategic talent and culture investments. For organizations seeking precision and impact, SEM bridges research and real-world results.

Turning complex human dynamics into clear strategic insight.

Helping employees bring their full selves to work—responsibly and intentionally.

Using structured reflection to power smarter leadership decisions.

Partnership Opportunities

Organizational Strategy & Effectiveness
Workforce Analytics & Predictive Modeling

Design and deliver leadership programs that foster engagement, resilience, and effectiveness—grounded in research and real-world application.

Develop data-driven strategies that enhance performance, streamline operations, and strengthen organizational health.

Turn complex data into actionable insights. From predictive analytics to custom dashboards, gain visibility into the metrics that matter most.

Leadership & Talent Development
Research & Insight Generation

Conduct custom studies to address critical business questions—combining qualitative and quantitative research to reveal trends, opportunities, and solutions.

Signature Approach: Dr. Jean combines academic depth, analytical precision, and a collaborative consulting style. Her approach is methodical yet human-centered—grounded in data, driven by strategy, and focused on sustainable growth.

CONTACT US

If you're interested in partnering, have a research proposal, or are interested in training opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.