On August 25, 2011, the NLRB finalized a rule requiring all but a few employers in the United States to put up a poster informing their workers about their rights under the National Labor Relations Act.
Many business organizations believe this new poster, which must be 11 by 17 inches in size, is a thinly disguised union sponsorship by the perceived pro-union members of the NLRB. Some question the legality of such a requirement.
The NLRB says that it is just doing its job and that many agencies have published similar posters.
The new poster requirements become effective on November 14, 2011.
Please email me at rick@performtogrow.com and I’ll send you a copy of the poster for your review.
Whether you think this is an attempt on the part of the NLRB to help unions organize or that this is a legitimate activity meant to help employees to truly understand their rights under law, the fact of the matter is that nothing on the poster is untrue. Further, unless there is some intervention in the short-term, the requirement will take effect as planned.
Here’s some really good advice that I hope every reader takes to heart: Instead of worrying about the poster, I recommend that you get very, very serious about ensuring your employees don’t feel they need a third party to protect their rights.
A happy, engaged workforce provides better customer service and helps your organization generate more profit. When employees are happier, managers, vendors and customers are also happier.
Start by doing a really good employee survey to find out what your employees are really thinking. See my previous articles on employee surveys or email me (rick@performtogrow.com) for more information. Next develop an action plan to ensure the quality of the work experience deliver. Being a good employer does not mean spending the most money. The steps to being an employer of choices are very simple and doable by organizations of all size.
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