Hey! I’m participating in an informal “coffee chat” tomorrow (13 May) at 9am PT / 12pm ET about — you guessed it! — my latest book, YOU DESERVE A TECH UNION. I’ll give a short talk about the book, and then we’ll open things up for questions. It’ll be fun!
Also? It’s freeeeee. RSVP here: https://www.qrca.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1955938&group=
Hope to see you there!
WONDERFUL NEWS: the Washington Post’s tech workers are unionizing! https://posttechguild.org/
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I am downright delighted to announce that my latest book, YOU DESERVE A TECH UNION, has a brand new look. I really love it, and I hope you do too.
Here’s a look at what’s changed and—maybe more importantly—what’s stayed the same:
https://ethanmarcotte.com/wrote/refresh-a-new-look-for-you-deserve-a-tech-union/
#YDATUbook #books #bookstodon #blogging #labor #TechLabor #unions #TechUnions #1u
@Ashedryden Serious question: why are there no unions (that i’m aware of) for Software Developers or other folks in Tech/IT?
#developer #tech #it #Union #SoftwareDevelopers #TechUnions #ITWorkers
“Today, Alphabet Workers Union-CWA members on the Google Help team secured a first collective contract with Google vendor Accenture, becoming the first group of AWU-CWA represented workers to bargain a collective contract and only the second group of Google office workers ever to do so.”
Our union stewards share their 2024 reflections:
💬 “This year, we fought hard for fairness and equity, and it paid off.”
💬 “Seeing our team unite after the layoffs reminded me why unions matter.”
📊 2024 By the Numbers:
* 66 workers are now covered by our contract
* $25K will be distributed to impacted workers
* Dozens of hours were spent advocating for a better career ladder and promotion process.
We’re proud of what we’ve accomplished together. Onward to 2025! 💪
2024 was a year of challenges and triumphs for CFA Workers United. 🛠️ In the aftermath of layoffs, we stood together, navigated our first contract, and emerged stronger.
📈 Highlights from this year:
* Advocated for laid-off colleagues.
* Established our first-ever contract, ensuring better protections for all workers.
* Strengthened our collective voice in the workplace.
Our story is proof that solidarity works. Together, we can overcome anything. 💪✨
At CFA Workers United, we believe that a strong workplace is one where every voice is heard. 💪🏽💻 As the union representing workers at Code for America, we fight for fair treatment, equity, and sustainability in tech. Together, we’re building a better workplace and setting an example for the entire tech industry. 🌟
Follow us this week to learn about our 2024 journey and how we’re making a difference. ✊
The New York Times Tech Guild is officially on strike: washingtonpost.com/style/media... #unions #TechUnions #TechLabor #1u@beep@follow.ethanmarcotte.com
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A few quick thoughts on the New York Times Tech Guild strike, why it matters, and what it means for the rest of us:
The New York Times Tech Guild is officially on strike: https://www.washingtonpost.com/style/media/2024/11/04/new-york-times-tech-strike-walkout/
“The Tech Guild says Times management bargained for only seven hours in September, what they considered insufficient to reaching a deal.”
Some good coverage from @washingtonpost on the @NYTGuildTech’s strike threat: https://www.washingtonpost.com/style/media/2024/10/23/new-york-times-tech-guild-strike/
“The New York Times Tech Guild, which represents more than 600 staffers, on Tuesday voted to authorize a strike in protest of stalled contract negotiations with The Times’ management, sources confirmed to Axios.” — https://www.axios.com/2024/09/10/nyt-tech-union-strike-vote
Is anyone aware of a resource similar to Ethan Marcotte's book about tech unionism in the US;
https://abookapart.com/products/you-deserve-a-tech-union
... but focused on the situation with tech worker activism and tech unions Aotearoa? Whether it be a book, website, etc.
A first for Apple unions: retail workers' union reaches an agreement with @apple to increase wages and add other employee benefits.
The union authorized a strike in May, putting pressure on management to make a deal 🦾💪🤝
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Last year, I wrote a book called YOU DESERVE A TECH UNION; several months later, my publisher decided to close its doors.
This is a post about what happens next: https://ethanmarcotte.com/wrote/reacquired/
“A quality assurance game testing company contracted by Microsoft’s Activision laid off an entire team of workers because they began organizing, according to an unfair labor practice charge filed by the Communications Workers of America (CWA) on Monday.” — https://www.404media.co/microsoft-qa-contractors-say-they-were-laid-off-for-attempting-to-unionize/
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Had a *delightful* time chatting about YOU DESERVE A TECH UNION on the latest Practical Design Leadership podcast! I spoke with Jaan and Justin about tech’s increasingly unionized workforce — and what that means for design leaders. https://designleadership.transistor.fm/s2/4
#YDATU #bookstodon #unions #TechUnions #1u #podcast #interview
pals we went to the library today and they HAD my BOOK on their SHELVES
i know you can’t tell from the mask but i was legit beaming, this might’ve thrilled me more than spotting it in a bookstore
okay thanks
ps. I LOVE LIBRARIES
