Lyons, Dan
Lab Rats: Why Modern Work Makes People Miserable
- ISBN 13:
- 9781786493941
- author:
- Lyons, Dan
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Atlantic Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 272
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 2 centimetres (0.2
- Genre:
- Business, General, Computers,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
Lab Rats: Why Modern Work Makes People Miserable by Dan Lyons is a humorous yet thought-provoking exploration of the modern work landscape. In this book, Lyons examines how the world of work has changed from one of unions and steady career progression to a more complex and often frustrating environment. The author highlights the ways in which companies are using tactics like team-building exercises, forced fun, and open-plan offices to create a culture that is both demotivating and alienating. He also looks at how this shift has been driven by the rise of the gig economy and digital oligarchs, leading to a situation where even low-grade employees are expected to view their jobs with a cult-like fervour. Lyons' witty analysis offers a scathing critique of the modern work climate, but also raises important questions about what can be done to recoup some sanity and dignity for workers in this era.
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