Jobs: What It Means To Be ‘Disposable’ At Work
Summary
MIT professor Paul Osterman discusses his new book, "Disposable Workers," arguing that 35% of the U.S. workforce is treated as expendable by employers who prioritize cost-cutting over long-term investment. Joined by journalists Bridget Schulte and Brianna K. Casa, the panel explores how the rise of gig work, involuntary part-time roles, and AI uncertainty has eroded the traditional employment contract. They examine the human and public consequences of this shift, including increased stress, lower job satisfaction, and reduced workplace safety, while highlighting successful policy interventi…
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