SOSC 1520 Chapter Notes -Protestant Work Ethic, Neoliberalism
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Chapter 8 begins with a broad overview of work values; focusing on the evolutionary changes that have led to contemporary values that surround our labour force. The chapter begins by defining work values and work orientations. Defining values, values are a set of standards used by society to assess their own and others" behaviour. For example: honesty, loyalty, democracy and the freedom of speech. Work orientations, though similar to values are more narrowly defined as meanings associated with work by individuals in society. Orientations are determined by what people consider important in their lives. For example, some people pursue work for materials gains while others may work for personal fulfillment. Several different vales can coexist within society which can influence an individual"s work orientation. For example, managerial ideologies and practices promote particular work values in order to gain compliance from their employees. The vales attached to work have changed dramatically over the centuries.