The steward must take the leadership role in his/her department. He/She must set an example for other workers to follow. The steward must make decisions which uphold the terms of the collective bargaining agreement and the union constitution and bylaws. Listed below are the things the steward should do and know to fulfill the role of leader and suggestion as to how to do them:
The Steward as a Leader
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What you do: What you need to know:
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Work for the group welfare Long-range aims of the UNION ___________________________________________________________
Fight for what is right The consequences of your actions
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Act promptly and decisively Actions speak louder than words
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Establish friendly relations The other person also has a point ___________________________________________________________
Hold no grudges You can't win them all
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Discourage factional bickering Why people disagree
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Lead instead of drive Adults respond to sound reasoning
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How You go about it
1. Know the facts, write them down, and talk them over.
2. Keep the people who are being affected informed on the course of
action.
3. Give credit where credit is due.
4. Ask for advice and help. You can't know everything.
5. Keep your word and deal fairly and impartially.