The Million Dollar Organizer

Episode #48, is a basic overview of the collective bargaining process. What to expect upon certification of an NLRB win. Who is in charge of the negotiating committee? How will we know if the employer is bargaining in good faith? What are mandatory and prohibited items of bargaining? How long should the process take? The host answers all these questions and suggests resources for those who wish to participate in the bargaining process.

In Podcast Episode 47, we discuss discontent in the workplace today with up to 50% of workers considering quitting their current positions. We discuss the need for organizers to be sympathetic to workers in the face of employer mistreatment. A commentary about the reality of inflation destroying the middle class is also included.

In Episode #46, we discuss effective hashtag strategies and how to stir things up. What can we do to build engagement? What are some examples of successful hashtag marketing campaigns? How can we avoid hashtag fails? Then, we discuss a problem plaguing every worker today; runaway inflation. The secret is out. It's not "transitory" as the talking heads have tried to portray it. The poor and the middle class are being squeezed. What you need to know going forward.

In Episode 45 of The Million Dollar Organizer, we talk about the art of leafleting like a pro. How to get your message read by the public, strategic placement, what materials to use, what to include and how best to proceed. The host describes failed efforts by management to lessen the impact of leaflets distributed at a retail location. Listen for thoughtful uses of this often-underappreciated artform.

In Episode 44, we discuss the difference between union reps and union organizers. Tune-in to find out the distinction. The host recommends organizers utilize travel reward programs to get the most out of your stay. Hotels, airlines and car rental services offer credit cards for loyal customers. These benefits can result in free stays, upgrades, early check-in, flights, car washes, meals, points, etc. Are you participating? If not, you might be missing out.

In Episode 43, we mourn the loss of AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka who died of a heart attack at age 72. Congratulations to Liz Shuler who will serve the rest of President Trumka's term. She is the first woman to hold the office in the history of the labor federation. The subject today is the importance of retiring with enough energy to travel and pursue other interests.

In Episode 42, we discuss the global employment crisis. The host recommends writing representatives in Congress and the Senate in support of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Plan to create union jobs. There's one tip to make your communication more impactful. He also challenges listeners to reach out to one person who has been isolated during the pandemic, to give encouragement.

In this Episode, the host celebrates 33 years as a union member! He discusses the decision to go union, and some of the challenges he faced. Key updates to make your resume shine are recommended. New laws for preventing sexual harassment and discrimination have been passed. The host recommends reviewing your union's employment policy to familiarize yourself with these updates.

In Episode 40, we discuss how to improve your daily reporting and spice up presentations using video and access free commercial video. DescriptiveWords.org is a free website that has lists of descriptive words such as Positive Character Traits, Actions, Leadership, Attitude and Personality, etc. Microsoft Video Editor is included in Windows 10 and is a powerful editing tool. Combined all these tools can really improve your productivity.

In Episode 39 the topic is the need for career union organizers. The labor movement is challenged with replacing experienced organizing professionals. The host laments the loss of trained organizers and shares his interest in recruiting persons making union organizing their long-term career. Finally, some ideas for embracing the subject are suggested.