Labor Management

This book explores five different organizational topics including legal teams, labor unions, negotiation, record keeping, and employee reviews. Each topic is described and exemplified for better comprehension of the subject matter. The text is informative and educational, and it is written for easy reader understanding at all levels.

Dr. Faith, author of the best-selling Unf*ck Your Brain and Unf*ck Your Intimacy, tackles one of the toughest emotional topics there is with her trademark mix of neuroscience, gentle encouragement, and no-nonsense language. This book isn’t about getting rich quick (or necessarily at all) - it’s about figuring out your own economic values and baggage, and learning to be the person in the world you know you have it in you to be.

This book is excellent for beginners or those new to learning about unions because it helps them gain an understanding of the subject matter. It discusses union types, structures, activities, and functions while analyzing the role that they play for their members. It does not support or oppose unions in workplaces, nor does it argue the topic from any perspective. The goal is simply to educate readers about unions so they can formulate their own opinions.

Becoming a Class A contractor requires more than field experience. It demands mastery of business law, estimating, project planning, codes, safety practices, and financial control. This comprehensive study guide presents core construction knowledge in clear, structured language designed for efficient learning and long-term retention. Each chapter builds practical understanding of real-world contractor responsibilities and technical principles that govern professional construction work. Readers and listeners explore the full spectrum of contractor competencies, including bidding strategy, ...

From Attorney Ryan, the most well-known labor lawyer in America, the complete guide to workers’ rights that your boss doesn’t want you to read Life for working people is getting harder and more expensive. While employers clamp down with return-to-office mandates, productivity trackers, and...

From licensed educator and TikTok phenom Laura Danger, an insightful and practical guide that will teach you how to recognize unproductive dynamics at home, transform your relationships, find your community—and break free from a life of mediocrity. Ever had the feeling your spouse is totally...

This concise advanced study guide is designed for experienced contractors who operate beyond basic trade knowledge and into the business, legal, and financial realities of construction operations. It focuses on the decisions that shape profitability, liability exposure, and long-term stability, addressing the responsibilities that arise once a contractor controls estimating, contracts, workforce practices, and project execution at scale. The book provides focused coverage of advanced estimating and bidding strategy, contract formation and administration, project planning, and enterprise ...

ATTENTION STUDENTS: If you need to write a paper on labor unions or negotiation in organizations, then this is the perfect reference. It's simple, easy to understand, and right to the point. Labor Unions Labor unions have had a significant impact on organizations in the United States, and they are very important to many employees. Debates on the value of unions often end up in heated discussion, and it is highly unlikely that one side will ever completely agree with the other. However, one thing is for sure… workforces would not be the same without unions. This eBook examines employee ...

One of the central dynamics shaping organizations today is a contradiction managers face between ensuring workforce discipline and harnessing worker creativity. In manufacturing, global best practice includes lean production with substantive worker empowerment; cross-training in enlarged tasks and inclusion in problem solving and decision making. Yet, many managers instead face these conflicting pressures by training workers in narrow tasks and using them exclusively for manual labor.

If you’ve ever struggled to keep your business staffed with high-performing, loyal employees - even for “unsexy” jobs with high turnover rates - this audiobook is here to solve your hiring and retention woes. Fully Staffed will give you an edge over your competitors by enabling you to streamline your hiring process, expand your brand awareness through job advertising, build a pipeline of qualified candidates ready to fill positions before they’re even vacant, and refine your hiring funnel so that these superstar employees stay with you for the long haul.

The personal adventure of the author saw both the good and bad times at Hughes Aircraft. Through the eyes of the author, you will share in the exciting, challenging and fun times from the "Good ol' Days" up to the permanent closures of one of the most innovative and successful aerospace companies in history. Sit back and enjoy the place where innovation and human fellowship reside.

Unlock the future of business with "AI-Powered Business," the definitive guide to transforming your company by harnessing the power of artificial intelligence. This comprehensive eBook lays out the roadmap for deploying AI to revolutionize operations, decision-making, customer experience, financial management, and more. Dive into an introduction to AI-powered business models and discover how this dynamic technology is reshaping industries. Learn to identify and automate routine operations, unleashing efficiency and freeing up valuable resources through smart AI tools and technologies. ...

This study guide delivers a focused, high-efficiency review of the core business, legal, and management principles required of Class A contractors. It addresses the full scope of responsibilities that extend beyond technical construction work, emphasizing how contractors operate as business leaders, risk managers, and contractual decision-makers. The material is structured for clear audio delivery, with tightly developed paragraphs that maintain continuity and depth without unnecessary repetition. The guide covers essential estimating and bidding concepts, including cost development, ...

Why are the most capable, intelligent individuals in the 21st Century running on empty? If you are a high-achiever who is consistently "crushing it" at work while feeling completely crushed inside, you aren't alone. You are experiencing the defining public health crisis of our time: The Burnout Epidemic. In Running on Empty, acclaimed author Brendah Ndebele exposes the "Curse of the 21st Century"—a toxic collision of hustle culture, weaponised technology, and the total collapse of boundaries. This isn't just another book on stress management; it is a diagnostic framework and a tactical ...

Author Geletzke has compiled a collection of 81 short stories (and 35 b&w photos), all about the railroad, and all true. Written in the style of one of his favorite authors (O. Henry) with their suspenseful endings, these selections will keep the reader right on the edge of his or her seat right to the end! Mr. Geletzke retired in 2011 from a 45-year railroad career; but actually got his start as a small child riding steam locomotives, switching the coal yards at the end of his block. While Mr. Geletzke has written most of these stories, many too have been written or told by his friends and...

This study guide provides a focused, high-efficiency overview of the core business and management knowledge required of Class B contractors. It addresses how contracting businesses are structured, how authority and responsibility flow through projects, and how legal and financial obligations shape daily operations. The content is designed to reflect real-world construction practice, emphasizing how decisions made during planning and bidding affect execution, risk, and profitability. Estimating, bidding, and contract management form the operational backbone of construction work, and this ...

Extensively revised, the second edition of The Manager's Guide to HR covers all the key areas and brings listeners up to speed on current developments in employment law, including: how social media is changing the recruitment landscape; shifting labor standards regarding compensation and benefits; the National Labor Relations Board's stance on work-related employee speech on social media; and much more. Featuring step-by-step guidance on everything from COBRA compliance to privacy issues, this trusted resource is now - once again - the most up to date.

Automotive retail is changing slowly, and one of the main reasons for that are the franchise laws. I want to urge you to operate as though franchise laws don’t exist to protect you. At the end of the day, awesome customer service, whether in sales, service, or parts, will keep your customers coming back for more. It is ultimately your choice whether to accept change. Consumers will continue to purchase cars. The only question is: Will they will be buying from you?

This provocative book makes a compelling case for reducing the number of workdays in a week to four. International business expert Robert Grosse draws on scholarly research to construct an appealing argument for why the four-day workweek benefits both the organization and the employee. Research has demonstrated that longer work hours harm the individual and don't amount to a more effective organization. The book goes beyond merely arguing that a reduced workweek is a good idea. It delves into why, explores the means for achieving it, and scrutinizes the barriers to getting there.

Conquer the Class A Contractor Exam: Your Guide to Business and Law for Professional Contractors is a comprehensive study guide designed to help aspiring contractors navigate the complexities of the Class A Contractor Exam. This guide covers essential topics such as business structures, licensing requirements, contractor law, project management, safety regulations, financial management, and dispute resolution, equipping readers with the knowledge and strategies needed to pass the exam and thrive in the construction industry. Each chapter delves into the practical and legal aspects of ...