Believe Quote by Sidney Hillman
“I even believe in helping an employer function more productively. For then, we will have a claim to higher wages, shorter hours, and greater participation in the benefits of running a smooth industrial machine.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Labor Rally, 1915
Advocates improving productivity to justify better wages, shorter hours, and greater worker participation.
In simple terms: More productivity should lead to better pay and conditions.
Key Takeaway
Boost productivity to earn better work terms.
Themes
labor rights
productivity
fair wages
worker participation
Mood
determined
optimistic
Type
political
inspirational
When to use this quote
- union negotiations
- company efficiency projects
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
economics
industrial relations
social justice
Questions to Reflect On
- How can workers ensure they share productivity gains?
- What mechanisms protect against exploitation?
A Different Perspective
Productivity gains may not be evenly distributed.
