Union Proof: Creating Your Union-Free Strategy
Today, organized labor is fighting for its very existence. They’re using every weapon at their disposal - including every channel of communication, running corporate campaigns, and influencing politics and legislation with large donations. Their foot soldiers are waging an all-out war against corporate America, and the spoils of victory are your employees. In Union Proof: Creating Your Successful Union Free Strategy, Peter Bergeron, a 33-year veteran of labor relations and human resources, shares his experiences, offers advice and gives you the “best practices” that truly make a difference in remaining union-free.
Many organizations struggle to protect their business and employees from the often strong-arm tactics of union organizers and leaders. With 33 years of experience helping organizations remain union free, Peter Bergeron offers strategies and best practices. Bergeron's insight on union avoidance and straightforward, real-world examples make this book an invaluable tool for companies currently or potentially facing union organizing drives.
Union Proof discusses best practice methods to help organizations develop their union avoidance strategies throughout the stages of a union petition campaign. Bergeron outlines the four phases of unionization and notes that all organizations fit into one of these 4 phases:
- Union-free maintenance
- Early whispers (pre-petition)
- Petition phase to election
- Post-election union-proofing
Not only should organizations assess which phase they are in, he also advises them to assess which type of organization they are in terms of size, location, culture, and industry. These factors directly impact the costs of unionization and are critical for understanding your company's needs and choosing the most effective communication method(s).
Ultimately, Bergeron informs readers that a solid communication plan for union avoidance should not be treated as an isolated occurrence. Instead, open communication among management and employees should be woven into the company fabric and made an integral part of company culture. Organizations remain union free by having informed, satisfied employees, and consistent communication and attention to employees' needs is the primary way to achieve this.
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