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Get on my mindset grindset, peasants.
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this post was submitted on 04 Nov 2023
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Work Reform
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A place to discuss positive changes that can make work more equitable, and to vent about current practices. We are NOT against work; we just want the fruits of our labor to be recognized better.
Our Philosophies:
- All workers must be paid a living wage for their labor.
- Income inequality is the main cause of lower living standards.
- Workers must join together and fight back for what is rightfully theirs.
- We must not be divided and conquered. Workers gain the most when they focus on unifying issues.
Our Goals
- Higher wages for underpaid workers.
- Better worker representation, including but not limited to unions.
- Better and fewer working hours.
- Stimulating a massive wave of worker organizing in the United States and beyond.
- Organizing and supporting political causes and campaigns that put workers first.
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The building trades are always looking for people that want to show up and get paid to learn. It’s not always pleasant work, but the pay and benefits are stellar. Look up operating engineers, electricians, pipe fitters, laborers, carpenters, iron workers, sheet metal workers, etc followed by the word “local” and the name of your city or state. Almost all of them will have a website with links to an apprenticeship application. I spent 3 years getting paid to be educated and currently earn six figures.
The real question is, can you wake up at 4am reliably six days a week. Most people don’t want to and I can’t say I blame them.
Don’t wanna be a construction worker? Organize your own place of work. There are likely unions aligned with your industry.
Imagine thinking you get paid well for a trade that leaves you disabled by age 40.