Includes bibliographical references (p. [247]-257) and index.
Contents
I: Work in America -- II: Changes in the American workplace -- The nature of organizations -- The work itself -- The employment relationship -- III: Consequences for the American worker -- Careers -- Work/life balance -- Health and safety -- Job and life satisfaction -- Performance pressure -- Compensation -- Employee "voice" -- Training and development -- Community and commitment -- Winners and losers -- IV: Choices and future directions -- Organizations and competitiveness -- Public policy -- Individuals -- V: Future of the American workplace.