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When Raises Stall: The Hidden Cost of Absenteeism
October 15, 2025
Tales from Trenches: Lessons from the HR and ER Frontlines By Mark A. Lema, MHR, SPHR, SHRM-SCP. At one of our client organizations, employees raised a legitimate concern — annual raises of only 3%
The HR Jobs AI Will Never Replace
October 15, 2025
Why the Human in Human Resources Still Matters. By Mark A. Lema, MHR, SPHR, SHRM-SCP. In an era where artificial intelligence is transforming business operations, many leaders are asking: Will AI
Your Greatest Risk—and Greatest Asset—in a Union Campaign
October 11, 2025
Front-line supervisors shape culture, influence votes, and define trust. Their alignment can mean the difference between remaining union-free or facing a costly election. By Mark A. Lema, MHR, SPHR,
Why Background Checks Are Essential— Even For Blue-Collar Jobs, and How to Do Them Right
October 3, 2025
By Mark Lema, MHRM, SHRM-SCP, SPHR In today’s job market, many applicants exaggerate or even lie about their history. That’s risky for employers. A resume alone can hide criminal issues, fake
The Fear of Conflict: A Hidden Risk to Workplace Culture—and How HR Can Help
July 11, 2025
Tales from Trenches: Lessons from the HR and ER Frontlines By Mark A. Lema, MHR, SPHR, SHRM-SCP. In my experience as an HR professional committed to building strong workplace cultures and preventing
“Nothing Has Been Done!”
May 26, 2025
Tales from Trenches: Lessons from the HR and ER Frontlines By Mark A. Lema, MHR, SPHR, SHRM-SCP. Every time we return to help a client for a second time, we often face a familiar and
Dear Fellow HR Professionals: Let’s Embrace AI as Our Partner in Progress
May 21, 2025
By Mark A. Lema, MHR, SPHR, SHRM-SCP., for LAHHR.com As an HR colleague, I’ve felt the same unease many of you might be experiencing about Artificial Intelligence (AI) creeping into our field. The
Can a Manager Remove Union Flyers from the Breakroom?
April 25, 2025
Tales from Trenches: Lessons from the HR and ER Frontlines By Mark A. Lema, MHR, SPHR, SHRM-SCP. I’ve encountered this situation countless times. When union activity begins to surface, employers
Employer Lockers: A Perk or a Legal Pitfall?
March 19, 2025
Tales from Trenches: Lessons from the HR and ER Frontlines March 19, 2025. By Mark A. Lema, MHR, SPHR, SHRM-SCP. Many employers provide lockers as a convenience for employees, offering a designated
Preventing Wage Compression: Strategies for Fair Salary Adjustments
February 19, 2025
Series: Best ER Practices Tips By Mark Lema, MHRM, SHRM-SCP, SPHR Lately, we have observed a growing level of discontent among tenured employees when companies implement across-the-board wage