Dec 23, 2019
On today's show, we cover what to do if a campaign stalls out after you've filed. Do you keep going, hoping things will work out? Are you obligated to have the election and take a loss? Do you allow the organizing committee to count votes as leaning yes or leaning no? Pay close attention to all the clues. Trust your...
Dec 16, 2019
In this episode, we cover two ideas that could lead to your success. Help create interest among union members to get more involved in organizing. Could you use more support? Would having additional volunteers help? How can you inform members about activities they should get involved with? Start an organizing bulleting...
Nov 25, 2019
Are you always in campaign mode? It can lead to organizer burnout. Stop and celebrate small victories. Find some way to recognize efforts by volunteers, before leaning on them for more help. Everyone needs to be recognized and appreciated. Celebrate the wins before moving on to the next campaign. Take notes of...
Nov 18, 2019
In this episode, we talk about common mistakes made during organizing campaigns. Choose when to respond to management's claims. Don't go off into the weeds. Stick with proven tactics and issues that really matter to workers. Tell the workers what's likely to happen. The time to communicate is before filing for election....
Nov 11, 2019
In this episode we break through barriers. We cover how to deal with discouragement. What should you do when a campaign fails to get off the ground? How can you pick yourself up after defeat? We answer these questions and more using a Gospel passage. Find out who's to blame, and how much time should you spend to find...