Reading William Whyte’s 1956 classic, “The Organization Man,” feels like uncovering the source code for much of modern white-collar life. Compiled from his writings in the 1940s and 50s, the book dissects an emerging phenomenon he termed the “social ethic” – a belief system prioritizing the group, belonging, and the benevolent organization over rugged individualism. ... Read more The post Book Review: “The Organization Man” – How the 1950s Shaped Our Work, Lives, and Aspirat...
