[nkjnlknlk]

Then you are free to replace them with these boundless applicants. Weirdly, every tech company claims there is a shortage of talented employees.

[bonestamp2]

... and it doesn't matter how easy the job is, you need people to do those jobs. In this labor market, it's hard to find people of all skill levels. I'm not suggesting QA is easy or doesn't require a lot of skill either -- it's very hard to find a really talented QA person.

[munk-a]

People outside the industry really undervalue talented QA people - yes there are hordes of 20 year olds that have always wanted to "work on the fortnite" but their productivity compared to someone long in the industry who understands how to effectively test, can write clear test plans and knows the importance of reproduction steps and who understands test automation... it's a night and day comparison.

[nightski]

Correct, but a shortage works in favor of the employee. No Union needed.

[ncallaway]

A union makes it easier for employees to take full advantage of the shortage.

Just because a union isn’t “needed”, doesn’t mean it can’t be helpful.

[nightski]

It can also be harmful and unless you admit that you aren’t being honest based on history.