Dying for a Paycheck: How Modern Management Harms Employee Health and Company Performance and What We Can Do About It

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Dying for a Paycheck: How Modern Management Harms Employee Health and Company Performance and What We Can Do About It

Summary

“Dying for a Paycheck” by Jeffrey Pfeffer delves into the detrimental effects of modern management practices on employee health and organizational performance. The book argues that toxic workplaces are a major public health issue and critiques the often-overlooked but severe impact that work-related stress has on employee well-being. Pfeffer provides evidence showcasing how current business practices, such as long hours, job insecurity, and lack of work-life balance, lead to a variety of negative health outcomes. He suggests that these practices are not only harmful to employees but also undermine company performance. The book calls for a reevaluation of management practices, advocating for changes that prioritize employee health alongside business success.

Pfeffer, Jeffrey on Wijnand Baretta

Dying for a Paycheck: How Modern Management Harms Employee Health and Company Performance and What We Can Do About It

Dying for a Paycheck: How Modern Management Harms Employee Health and Company Performance and What We Can Do About It

Summary