What Happens to People When Work Disappears?
A Must-Read for the Future of Employment
In the past decade, we have witnessed unprecedented technological advancements that have dramatically reshaped industries, automated tasks, and displaced millions of workers. As artificial intelligence, robotics, and other emerging technologies continue to advance, the future of work is becoming increasingly uncertain.
4.7 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 8539 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 395 pages |
In this groundbreaking book, renowned economist and New York Times bestselling author James B. Meigs explores the profound implications of these technological advancements and economic shifts for individuals, societies, and economies.
Drawing on extensive research and real-world examples, Meigs examines:
- The impact of automation on different sectors and occupations
- The rise of the "gig economy" and its consequences for workers' rights and benefits
- The psychological and social effects of unemployment and underemployment
- The need for new education and training programs to prepare workers for the future
- The role of government and policy in addressing the challenges and opportunities presented by the changing world of work
Meigs argues that the disappearance of work is not simply an economic issue but also a profound social and political issue. He explores the potential consequences for inequality, social cohesion, and democratic values. At the same time, he identifies opportunities for innovation, entrepreneurship, and a more equitable distribution of work.
"What Happens to People When Work Disappears?" is an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the complex challenges and opportunities facing the future of work. It is a thought-provoking and timely examination of one of the most pressing issues of our time.
Praise for "What Happens to People When Work Disappears?":
- "Meigs's book is a must-read for anyone who cares about the future of work and the fate of our societies in the face of technological advancements." - Erik Brynjolfsson, Director of the MIT Initiative on the Digital Economy
- "A powerful and provocative analysis of the transformative impact of technology on the world of work. Meigs offers both a sobering assessment of the challenges ahead and a roadmap for creating a more just and equitable future." - Sherry Turkle, Professor of the Social Studies of Science and Technology at MIT
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About the Author
James B. Meigs is a renowned economist and New York Times bestselling author. He has served as a senior economist at the Federal Reserve and as a visiting scholar at the Brookings Institution. Meigs is a frequent commentator on economic and social issues for media outlets such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and NPR. He is currently a professor of economics at the University of Pennsylvania.
4.7 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 8539 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 395 pages |
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4.7 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 8539 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 395 pages |