Waiting for Starbucks To Come To the Table: Eisen

The transcript discusses the ongoing tensions in negotiations between a union and a company, focusing on unresolved issues like unfair labor practices and the need for a comprehensive economic package. The union highlights pay disparities, especially in comparison to the CEO's compensation, and demands fair wages. A recent expansion of parental leave is seen as a union victory. The union also addresses the CEO's lack of direct involvement in negotiations and sends a message to shareholders about the importance of investing in workers to restore the company's culture and resolve current issues.

What is the main reason for the current tension in negotiations according to the union representative?

• The union is not willing to compromise.

• The company has not provided a comprehensive economic package.

• The union is demanding too much.

• The company has not shown up for meetings.

How does the union view the CEO's compensation compared to the average worker?

• The CEO's compensation is irrelevant to the union's demands.

• The CEO deserves the high compensation.

• The CEO's compensation is fair and justified.

• The CEO's compensation is excessively high compared to the average worker.

What recent change did the company make regarding parental leave?

• Introduced unpaid parental leave for store staff.

• Extended parental leave for store staff to match corporate employees.

• Reduced parental leave for corporate employees.

• Eliminated parental leave for all employees.

How does the union perceive the company's decision to extend parental leave?

• As a coincidence unrelated to union efforts.

• As a direct result of union negotiations.

• As a decision made solely by the CEO.

• As an unnecessary change.

What is the union's stance on the involvement of the new CEO in negotiations?

• The CEO has resolved all union concerns.

• The CEO has had direct communication with the union.

• The CEO has not been present at negotiation sessions.

• The CEO is actively involved in negotiations.

What message does the union want to convey to Starbucks shareholders?

• The company should focus solely on profits.

• Investing in workers is crucial for resolving company issues.

• Shareholders should sell their stocks immediately.

• The union is not interested in negotiations.

What does the union believe is necessary for a real partnership with the company?

• Higher profits for the company.

• A signed contract with guarantees.

• More management positions.

• Less involvement from the union.