#37423
Mentioned in 1 episodes
More Than Pretty Boxes: How the Rise of Professional Organizing Shows Us the Way We Work Isn't Working
How the Rise of Professional Organizing Shows Us the Way We Work Isn't Working
Book •
Carrie M. Lane's 'More Than Pretty Boxes' explores the burgeoning field of professional organizing, revealing its complexities and societal implications.
The book delves into the history of the profession, predominantly female, and its evolution from a largely unseen task to a recognized occupation.
Lane examines the various strategies employed by organizers, highlighting the empathetic relationships formed with clients.
Furthermore, the book connects organizing to broader societal issues such as neoliberal work arrangements, overconsumption, and the gendered division of labor.
Ultimately, 'More Than Pretty Boxes' offers a nuanced understanding of organizing's role in addressing the overwhelming demands of modern life.
The book delves into the history of the profession, predominantly female, and its evolution from a largely unseen task to a recognized occupation.
Lane examines the various strategies employed by organizers, highlighting the empathetic relationships formed with clients.
Furthermore, the book connects organizing to broader societal issues such as neoliberal work arrangements, overconsumption, and the gendered division of labor.
Ultimately, 'More Than Pretty Boxes' offers a nuanced understanding of organizing's role in addressing the overwhelming demands of modern life.
Mentioned by
Mentioned in 1 episodes
Mentioned by Kimberly Adams in the context of the Make Me Smart question: what's something you thought you knew, but later found out you were wrong about.
11 snips
Move over taco Tuesday! Tariff Tuesday is here
