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Carrie M. Lane, "More Than Pretty Boxes: How the Rise of Professional Organizing Shows Us the Way We Work Isn't Working" (U Chicago Press, 2024)

New Books in Sociology

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The Dynamics of Professional Organizing

This chapter examines the cultural and societal implications of professional organizing, tracing its evolution as a recognized profession since the late 1970s. Through interviews and personal reflections, the speaker highlights the gender dynamics, certification challenges, and the dichotomy between professional organizers and casual dabblers in the field. The discussion also explores how these factors influence client interactions and the professional identity of organizers in contemporary America.

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