Any "Latest & Greatest" about Delta?
02-19-2015 | 10:35 AM
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02-19-2015 | 10:54 AM
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Summary of the Special MEC meeting yesterday
OK, that's good to hear. But then he introduced the C15 version of expectation management, and is clearly setting the stage for another rushed deal. I see a lot of excuses in their infancy, but not a the steely leadership we ought to be seeing in this negotiating environment.
OK, that's good to hear. But then he introduced the C15 version of expectation management, and is clearly setting the stage for another rushed deal. I see a lot of excuses in their infancy, but not a the steely leadership we ought to be seeing in this negotiating environment.
He then offered his ten points on negotiations and strategy:
1. Estote Parati. Timing is everything, so be ready for everything.
2. Keep an eye on the calendar – next year is an election year.
3. Preserve the credibility created by the survey, and preserve the trust of the pilots.
4. Education is everything. The best leadership in the world can’t do anything with an uninformed membership.
5. Commit to consensus. The agreement might not be everything you want, but is it still a good agreement?
6. Root out misperceptions of collective bargaining and the RLA process.
7. Develop the ability to say YES; a tentative agreement is not proof that a better offer is available.
8. The chain of command is much shorter on the management side of the table. Don’t send anyone to the table who isn’t empowered to make decisions. To make an offer, management must first be confident that the union will ratify it.
9. Social media (including anti-social media) is a fact of life; make it a part of the plan, and a component to success.
10. Smaller lists produce faster results; don’t hang so many ornaments on the Christmas tree that you can’t get it out the door.
1. Estote Parati. Timing is everything, so be ready for everything.
2. Keep an eye on the calendar – next year is an election year.
3. Preserve the credibility created by the survey, and preserve the trust of the pilots.
4. Education is everything. The best leadership in the world can’t do anything with an uninformed membership.
5. Commit to consensus. The agreement might not be everything you want, but is it still a good agreement?
6. Root out misperceptions of collective bargaining and the RLA process.
7. Develop the ability to say YES; a tentative agreement is not proof that a better offer is available.
8. The chain of command is much shorter on the management side of the table. Don’t send anyone to the table who isn’t empowered to make decisions. To make an offer, management must first be confident that the union will ratify it.
9. Social media (including anti-social media) is a fact of life; make it a part of the plan, and a component to success.
10. Smaller lists produce faster results; don’t hang so many ornaments on the Christmas tree that you can’t get it out the door.
02-19-2015 | 11:02 AM
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Quick question. From the training center where do we need to go to catch the bus over to there airport terminal? I know it's changed a little after they opened the museum. Thanks!
02-19-2015 | 11:11 AM
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There's a shelter over by the 757 behind the museum. Just walk towards the planes and you'll see it.
02-19-2015 | 11:21 AM
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02-19-2015 | 11:31 AM
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From: Stay THIRSTY, my friends!
I've got to hand it to Richard Quest at CNN, he really kicked up a $h(t storm with the ME3 carriers. Some media are reporting an apology, but it's more of a 'sorry if the truth hurts', love, DL'. Now you've got their CEO's on the air spouting anger and indignation, but not exactly answering the questions raised. Blogs are popping up relating to discriminatory and human rights issues at those carriers. Sully is weighing in on Euro LCC's and Ireland is defending their sketchy business oversight regulations. Lines are being drawn. Gloves are coming off. Trade regulations are being challenged. Let your governmental representatives know where you stand.
02-19-2015 | 11:43 AM
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I thought this would be the best place for FREE tax advice. Can we deduct cell phone and internet fees as a job expense?
I bought a beer for a tax appeals judge on a plane once and his free advice was never hide income; everything else was negotiable. And putting "retired military" as your profession does add a little layer of insulation to a return.
I bought a beer for a tax appeals judge on a plane once and his free advice was never hide income; everything else was negotiable. And putting "retired military" as your profession does add a little layer of insulation to a return.
02-19-2015 | 11:49 AM
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I thought this would be the best place for FREE tax advice. Can we deduct cell phone and internet fees as a job expense?
I bought a beer for a tax appeals judge on a plane once and his free advice was never hide income; everything else was negotiable. And putting "retired military" as your profession does add a little layer of insulation to a return.
I bought a beer for a tax appeals judge on a plane once and his free advice was never hide income; everything else was negotiable. And putting "retired military" as your profession does add a little layer of insulation to a return.
02-19-2015 | 11:51 AM
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Another Quick Question re: Taxes - Pro-Diem or Flightline by Sabre?
Thanks - Baja.
Thanks - Baja.
02-19-2015 | 12:15 PM
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Pro-diem. I've used flight line but it takes forever, almost a month. Maybe more this time of year. Prodiem will get it to you in around 2 days. It takes about 10-15 minutes on the phone with their peeps and you're done. Great product.
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