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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FTC bans non-competes: a business owner's thoughts [08:57 | Apr 26 2024 | Louis Rossmann] (youtu.be)

submitted 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago) by jimmydoreisalefty@lemmy.world to c/workreform@lemmy.world

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fixed error on date, 26 not 28

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/14780037

Short Summary

The speaker discusses their frustration with the FTC and their support for the right to repair movement.

They share a personal story about hiring an employee with a non-compete agreement and their dislike for such agreements.

Emphasizing the importance of knowing what you're getting into in personal and business relationships, using the example of hiring based on recommendations rather than random hires.

Highlighting the benefits of offering better pay and working conditions to retain employees.

The speaker believes that non-compete agreements are detrimental to both employees and employers in a capitalist system.

They argue that non-competes limit competition and incentivize employers to mistreat employees.

The speaker supports the idea of not having non-compete agreements to encourage businesses to improve their practices and treat employees better.

They believe this leads to employees receiving better pay and working in environments where they are valued.

The speaker also shares personal experiences of hiring employees who were mistreated in previous jobs and significantly increasing their salaries.

Overall, they advocate for laws that enhance overall freedom and prevent the restriction of individuals' opportunities.

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[–] BaldProphet@kbin.social 1 points 6 months ago

My jaw dropped when I heard this self-identified business owner say that suppressing wages is a bad thing.

We need more business owners like him.