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Work Won't Love You Back

How Devotion to Our Jobs Keeps Us Exploited, Exhausted, and Alone
in: Sociology
Summary:

The book critically examines the modern expectation that individuals should be passionate about their work, arguing that this mindset leads to exploitation and overwork. It explores various industries and personal stories to highlight how the "labor of love" myth perpetuates inequality and prevents genuine work-life balance.

Key points:

1. The "Love Your Work" Myth: Jaffe argues that the idea of loving work is used to exploit employees, leading them to work more for less pay and blurring work-life boundaries.

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