Bullshit Jobs: A Theory

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David Graeber's book argues that a significant portion of modern employment consists of 'bullshit jobs'—jobs that are pointless, unnecessary, or even harmful, yet are often well-compensated. He explores the societal and psychological implications of such work, including widespread unhappiness and a sense of meaninglessness.

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there was a story in David Greyber's [ __ ] jobs about a guy that wanted to move his computer from one room to the other.

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Sociology Economics Nonfiction

Keywords:

David Graeber

bullshit jobs

work culture

meaninglessness

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"David Graeber's book was mentioned by the speaker in the context of bureaucracy and 'box ticking', citing a story from 'David Greyber's [ __ ] jobs' about moving a computer. This directly refers to his well-known work on the phenomenon of pointless employment."