While there has been gridlock in Washington regarding labor policy, there have been major innovations in work at the local level. In the video below, Professor Kochan examines some of these innovations.
Video: All Innovations Are Local
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Attentiveness Question 1
According to the video you just watched, is Southwest Airlines an innovative or a more traditional company?
Explanation
Southwest airlines is an innovative, "high road" employer because they value their employees and treat their employees well.
Attentiveness Question 2
Explanation
Unions used to incorporate one-third of the work force at their peak. Today however, that number has declined to a much lower number, 13% of the work force.
Attentiveness Question 3
Explanation
Market Basket employees went on strike to demonstrate their wishes for the former CEO to return to power in the company.