I get that organizing is important, but I still don't actually know what that entails. Like what am I supposed to do? It's kind of like telling a straight guy who wants to get a girlfriend to just "be himself." So when I see someone complain about the hellworld we live in and a common response is "organize," it feels kinda condescending. Same with "join an org." What org? How do I know which one is good?

Like for real, why isn't there some sort of organizing guide or FAQ on here? There's a recommended routine for body weight fitness and there's even a 14 day primer on getting started (https://old.reddit.com/r/bodyweightfitness/comments/kofo8l/bwf_primer_buildup_community_event_day_1_happy/). So where is the organizing primer? I mean it can start with something really simple, i.e. "on Day 1, say hi to a neighbor if you see them out walking (no need to get into a convo unless it just happens)." Like tbh how about a 14 Day Primer for organizing? Even the radlibs on the Bernie campaign had training sessions before having volunteers do stuff like call, text, or canvass. Even pick-up-artist idiots have training programs (e.g. day 1 talk to a random stranger and ask them directions, just say your phone is dead, etc.). We should have one too.

  • Argo91 [she/her,none/use name]
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    4 years ago

    This is a great point. In tandem I will often hear, unionize your workplace! Well what if it is then what? Neoliberal unions aren't exactly utopian. Then someone says, well help organize other workplaces. Well been there too and I have to ask. To what end?

    • queenjamie [none/use name]
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      4 years ago

      This is a great point. In tandem I will often hear, unionize your workplace!

      Yeah, and without clear guidance this could just read as "hey do this thing that's more than likely gonna get you fired from a job you desperately need!"