Being elected as employee representative
Work cooperatively with other representatives (of whom will have their own interest to champion). Make gestures to all the union or works council members, not just those who share your views or those who voted for you. Differ with one another respectfully. Find principled compromises, and focus on the common good. Build trust, and create a civic culture of mutual respect with the management that makes progress possible. Don’t forget advancing your personal interest and the one of those supporting you. Maintain your power to be reelected next time.
