Dear Member It’s difficult to believe that we are in the final stretch of the year and that October is fast speeding to an end. As this MISA eDATA reaches you, we are weeks away from announcing the 2014 MISA Woman of the Year, which is always one of the highlights on the MISA Women’s Forum calendar. It is also breast cancer awareness month, which is why we’ve gone ‘pink’ in this edition. In this issue we also bring some news and views from our Legal Department, including a good-news story about how a MISA member was reinstated, retrospectively, through our Legal team’s their efforts. Last but not least, as we go into the silly season and life seems to be speeding up to an even more frenetic pace (is it possible?) we would like to remind all our members that MISA is always just a phone call away! All the best until next time, Martlé Keyter, CEO Operations Motor Industry Staff Association (MISA) PS: Don't forget to like us on Facebook! It certainly does pay to have MISA’s backing Is it worthwhile belonging to a trade union such as MISA? What does MISA actually do for its members? We answer these questions with a real-life example of how a MISA member was reinstated after being fired. Read More... You have the right to be heard ‘My manager called me in and said he’s not happy with my work, therefore I have to pack up my things and leave immediately – should I leave?’ The quick answer is ‘no’ – and here’s why. Read More... October is breast cancer awareness month October is breast cancer awareness month, which serves as a reminder to take testing and self-examination seriously. Read More... If you’re on a roll, take a break When you're on a roll at work – completely focused, tearing through your to-do list – the last thing you want to do is take a break and lose momentum. But research shows that you should. Read More...  SA's coolest* bank, in partnership with MISA, brings you an exclusive deal Get personalised service with your MISA membership and have a bank representative come to you to personally help you open up your new FNB Smart Account. Read More... Planning for when you’re not around One of the benefits of being a MISA member is a discount on funerals conducted by AVBOB. MISA also guarantees payment to AVBOB up to the value of the MISA Funeral Fund Benefit. Read More... Nearing retirement? We have what you need If you are nearing retirement, don’t forget about the value-added retirement product from Nedbank Private Wealth – exclusively negotiated for MISA members. Read More... MISA offers job shadowing experience During October, MISA facilitated a job shadowing initiative for Grade 11 learners the Hoërskool Die Burger. We would like to thank our partners, Roodepoort Multifranchise, and Barney’s Panelbeaters and Truck Services, for their support. Read More... Beauty and the Beast Project Everyone deserves a Matric Farewell to remember, which is why MISA launched the Beauty and the Beast Project. Read More... MISA e-data is a monthly e-newsletter for Motor Industry Staff Association (MISA) members. MISA is affiliated to the Federation of Unions of South Africa (FEDUSA), a politically non-aligned trade union federation representing its members at national and international level. Editorial production and co-ordination by The Hothouse Communications. We do not want to spam you. Please unsubscribe if you do not wish to receive this newsletter. www.misa.org.za