Navigating Economic Turbulence

This chapter chronicles the transformative journey of an immigrant who transitions from a legal career to entrepreneurship and then to the nonprofit sector, aiming to address poverty and unemployment. It explores the impact of technology and automation on the job market, highlighting the struggles of displaced workers and the limitations of current economic recovery narratives. Additionally, it critiques traditional measures of economic value, advocating for a more holistic approach that recognizes the contributions of caregiving and undervalued professions.