10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «PIECEWORK»
Discover the use of
piecework in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to
piecework and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Piecework: Writings on Men & Women, Fools and Heroes, Lost ...
In a new volume of journalistic essays, the eclectic author of A Drinking Life offers sharp commentary on diverse subjects, such as American immigration policy toward Mexico, Mike Tyson, television, crack, Northern Ireland and Octavio Paz.
2
Contemporary Mathematics for Business and Consumers
A piecework pay rate schedule is not based on time but on production output.
The incentive is that the more units the worker produces, the more money he or
she makes. A straight piecework plan is when the worker receives a certain
amount ...
3
Creative Paper Quilts: Applique, Embellishment, Patchwork, ...
Suitable for crafters, this decorative resource brings paper art and quilting together.
4
Managing the Modern Workplace: Productivity, Politics and ...
It was reported to the DC that as a result of this campaign 'it had been possible to
obtain an increase in long standing piecework price, after three attempts by the
Chargehand the price of the job had been improved to the satisfaction of the men
...
Joseph Melling, Alan Booth, 2008
"As long as piecework remains in Building 74-2," one manager explained in a
June 1968 memorandum, "Local 201 and hourly employees will exert pressure to
have this payment system extended to other areas." Moreover, new work was just
...
6
Stitching a Legacy: American Needlework Projects and Stories
The joint efforts of the Peabody Essex Museum, the American Embroiders' Guild, and PieceWork magazine have resulted in this lavish collection of stunning contemporary needlework projects based on four centuries of American embroidery.
Jeane Hutchins, Piecework Magazine, Ann Caswell, 2001
7
Wages Policy in the British Coalmining Industry: A Study of ...
Together with other information collected at a later date, the working papers
provide a fascinating picture of the old piecework system. Before we consider the
events which culminated in a national revision of the piecework system in the late
...
8
Piecework Magazine Presents a Facsimile Edition of Weldon's ...
In this volume you'll find knitting highlights that include several lovely lace shawls and an inexplicable tennis ball cover, along with crocheted evening bags using macrame cord (corday) that would not be out of place in a Park Avenue ...
The employee is even entitled to have his part of new options of purchases or
subscriptions within the accounting year in which he leaves his job. A. Wages
Based upon Piecework Rates 364. The determination of the size of wage
according to ...
10
The Bridge of the Golden Horn
Piecework. People no longer said, I'm coming from the factory, they said, I'm
coming from piecework . 'Piecework does my hands, my arms in, piecework cuts
off my wings, the piecework went well, piecework is no good.' Since piecework ...
Emine Sevgi Özdamar, 2007
10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «PIECEWORK»
Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term
piecework is used in the context of the following news items.
Froma Harrop: Sensitivity over at Gawker
That's piecework, guys, like in the old garment industry sweatshops. Much has been written about Gawker's cool "headquarters" office in ... «The Providence Journal, Jul 15»
The 'gig economy' is coming. What will it mean for work?
To the naysayers, it portends a dystopian future of disenfranchised workers hunting for their next wedge of piecework. In the US, the “gig ... «The Guardian, Jul 15»
'Time and Talent' is theme of 2015 H&H
In addition, this year's show is being expanded to include (for display only and not to be judged), crochet and knitted piecework. Friends ... «Ozark County Times, Jul 15»
Washington Piece-Rate Workers to Receive Separate Rest Breaks
For purposes of computing the minimum wage on a piecework basis, the time allotted an employee for rest periods shall be included in the ... «JD Supra, Jul 15»
The "fee basis" and the proposed FLSA regulations
Does this sound like piecework that other parts of the regulations permit? It should, but with one critical difference outlined in the regulations: ... «Lexology, Jul 15»
Harrop: Sensitivity over at Gawker website
... perks as consistent salaries. You were being paid for the number of hits. That's piecework, guys, like in the old garment industry sweatshops. «The Denver Post, Jul 15»
California's Uber Hunt
... of the fuss and paperwork associated with modern hiring, choose their own hours, and are clearly remunerated on a piecework basis. «City Journal, Jul 15»
Sizzler and the Search for the American Dream
He had never fixed a car before, but it couldn't be harder than fixing a plane. My mom got a job doing piecework at a sweatshop downtown. «Eater, Jul 15»
AACC Printmaking Club honors former member with exhibit of her …
Hedlund's own artistry began with quilting piecework and glazing pre-made pottery. About 15 years ago, she began taking ceramics courses at ... «Eye On Annapolis, Jul 15»
Happy dales: writer-director Sally Wainwright on her love of …
It was built in 1779, early in the Industrial Revolution, and is full of tiny rooms where people brought their piecework (cloth) to sell. It's on a hill so ... «The Guardian, Jul 15»
