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What are the strategies used by U.S. companies today to keep them union-free and why is it critical to the success of an organization in meeting its goals and mission? Thanks.

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This 166 word response outlines how U.S. companies work to stay union free. There is one reference included in the solution. It also answers question of why staying union free is so important to these companies.

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There are several ways that companies keep their facilities union free. One way is by training and developing supervisors that are loyal and versed in company policies (Binger, 2009). Other ways include keeping wages at acceptable levels for the industry and area being served, providing quality ...

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