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"As we honor the labor movement’s achievements, let us also celebrate the resilience, strength, and leadership of African Americans who have shaped the course of labor history in the United States. Their stories remind us that the fight for justice and equality is ongoing and that every worker deserves to be treated with dignity and respect." Excellent piece on the importance of #LaborDay and honoring the legacy of those who fought, and continue to fight, for justice and equality in our society via Waymaker Journal: https://lnkd.in/eczc-VV7

I recently read "My Life and Work" by Henry Ford. Probably the best book I've read this year, aside from my beloved repeat Atlas, though Francisco's money speech could easily have been based on it. IYKYK, so I digress... Along with some of my favorite shareable quotes, there is also an interesting glimpse into his evaluation of the potential for electric vehicles, which considering the time, is altogether quite insightful. Hopefully these inspire you as you celebrate Labor Day today: ·The moment one gets into the "expert" state of mind a great number of things become impossible. I refuse to recognize that there are impossibilities. I cannot discover that anyone knows enough about anything on this earth definitely to say what is and what is not possible. ·The natural thing to do is to work—to recognize that prosperity and happiness can be obtained only through honest effort. ·Now a business, in my way of thinking, is not a machine. It is a collection of people who are brought together to do work and not to write letters to one another.  ·Be not bound by the present, but leave nothing to luck. ·A man ought to be able to live on a scale commensurate with the service that he renders. ·Put brains into the method, and more brains, and still more brains—do things better than ever before; and by this means all parties to business are served and benefited. ·There is no disgrace in honest failure; there is disgrace in fearing to fail.

As we celebrate YOU, the American worker, today, here are a few fun facts about Labor Day as cited by DoSomething.org. So, go ahead…take some time for yourself today…you've earned it! 1. The first celebrated US Labor Day was on Tuesday, September 5, 1882 in New York City, planned by the Central Labor Union. 10,000 workers marched from City Hall all the way to 42nd Street and then met with their families in Wendel's Elm Park for a picnic, concert, and speeches. 2. Oregon was the first state to celebrate Labor Day as a legal holiday in 1887. 3. The decision to make Labor Day the first Monday of September was approved on June 28, 1894. 4. Labor Day started as a part of the labor union movement, to recognize the contributions of men and women in the US workforce, but modernly is seen as a chance to celebrate the last weekend of summer. 5. Historians say the expression "no white after Labor Day" comes from when the upper class would return from their summer vacations and stow away their lightweight, white summer clothes as they returned back to school and work. #LaborDay #AmericanWorkers #AmericanWorkforce #Workforce #Workers #CelebratingYou

Happy Labor Day for those celebrating in the US. Want to learn more about the strategies and tactics unions have taken around the world to stand up for democracy? Both in the United States and abroad, there is a rich tradition of civil and social action that has protected, defended, and advanced democracy. Ordinary people have shown extraordinary creativity, courage, and commitment in maintaining the freedoms they hold dear. Check out the cases Horizons has compiled from that vast and growing tradition. It is organized around two basic principles: pro-democracy action comes from diverse kinds of people and it employs diverse tactics. Unions are one important “pillar” - and in the attached table, we show the intersections of five social groups (which we refer to as pillars of support) with six tactics of action. 🔗 in comments

Celebrated on the first Monday in September, Labor Day honors the hard work and achievements of American workers. This holiday has its roots in the late 1800s when labor activists advocated for a federal day to recognize the vital contributions workers have made to America's strength and prosperity. Below are some fun facts about today's holiday: 1st Labor Day Parade was on September 5th, 1882 in New York New York was the first state to introduce a bill, but Oregon was the first to pass a law recognizing Labor Day, on February 21, 1887. The Labor Department was the first Cabinet agency led by a woman: Frances Perkins. The 40-hour workweek and the minimum wage became law with the passage of the Fair Labor Standards Act in 1938, and we’ve been enforcing it ever since. With history behind us but not forgotten what are the next generation of leaders doing to advocate for their teams? Celebrate the individual and team wins! Your teams individual triumphs, contribute to everyone's overall success. Dare to invest into the team an see your return. Be above the status quo. “If everyone is moving forward together, then success takes care of itself.” — Henry Ford #HappyLaborDay #Leadership #Entrepreneur #Retention_Strategies #DAT #NextGeneration #Advocacy #ServantLeadership #PeopleInvestment #BlueCollar #WhiteCollar #Motivation #Success #Business #Inspiration #Mindset #Coaching #Love #lLader #Goals #LeadershipDevelopment #Marketing #Life #Motivationalquotes #Growth #Education #Lifestyle #Hustle #Community #Instagood #PersonalDevelopment #Businessowner #Coach Source: https://lnkd.in/eUQmrTkb

Learn more about the history of Labor Day with these 🔟 fun facts, courtesy of the National Constitution Center.

Learn more about the history of Labor Day with these 🔟 fun facts, courtesy of the National Constitution Center.

Learn more about the history of Labor Day with these 🔟 fun facts, courtesy of the National Constitution Center.

Do we really understand the true meaning of Labor Day? Holiday in the United States where we celebrate and honor workers Recognize the hard work that people do every day in different jobs Who Helped Create Labor Day? Peter McGuire Advocate for workers' rights. Designate a day each year to celebrate Big parade to show the strength of workers Matthew Maguire Potential "Father of Labor Day." Organized many strikes to help them. Determined to improve conditions for workers It's up for debate  🤔 Then again does anyone remember who founded The Coca-Cola Company Thomas Deans 😉 Labor Day is about appreciating all workers and the contributions they make to society. So put your feet up 👣 Spend time with loved ones 💖 And of course eat, eat, eat 😋 What specific ways do you plan to honor the hard working people this Labor Day?

Learn more about the history of Labor Day with these 🔟 fun facts, courtesy of the National Constitution Center.