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Organize New Members using Facebook
Posted on April 4, 2010 | 6 CommentsQuick question: How many union organizing leads have you missed because you’re not using Facebook? Here’s 6 proven ways to recruit members using Facebook (and 3 ways that will fail miserably) Here’s what works: Fan Pages for Campaigns – Engage non-union workers in campaign for... -
Three Ways to Create Volunteer Organizer Superstars
Posted on March 22, 2010 | No Comments1. Keep ‘em Happy “A good tactic is one your people enjoy. If your people aren’t having a ball doing it, there is something very wrong with the tactic.” Thanks Alinsky. Ask member organizers what they would like to learn, what they would like to... -
25 Keys to Winning Union Elections
Posted on February 25, 2010 | No Comments1. Set benchmarks before filing Employers pad the employee list. The only thing that can overcome cheating is mass support and using benchmarks before filing. 2. File unfairs early and often Set the tone of the campaign. If union busters get away with a small... -
How to Write Great Union Leaflets (even if you’re not a great writer!)
Posted on February 17, 2010 | 1 CommentStaring at a blank screen not sure what to write? You can talk right? PERFECT, then you can write a union leaflet. 1. Write Just Like you Talk Picture the worker you want to reach. Talk with them. Write down what you say. (Can’t type... -
A Union Organizer’s Secret Weapon
Posted on January 31, 2010 | 4 CommentsTestimonials – Good Testimonials with a picture – You’re almost there! Video testimonials – You win! Video testimonials are the next best thing to having a member in the room with you. The employer will do their best to convince workers that negotiations is some...