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Employment Ethics
Redefining the Employer-Employee Relationship
Employment Ethics: Redefining the Employer–Employee Relationship reframes work as a two-way transaction in which power and accountability must be shared, not ceded to profit-driven employers. Blending history, case studies, and touchstones like Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, the book exposes how traditional “work ethic” ideals are weaponized against employees, shows why bosses are not automatically leaders, and maps the hidden social and personal costs of toxic power imbalances. With practical checklists and reflection tools, it equips everyone—from gig workers to nurses—to spot unethical practices, assert their worth, and insist on workplaces that promote employee well-being, ethical employer legacies, and sustainable communities.
"A worker’s guide to getting fair treatment and holding employers accountable...It makes a persuasive case that government regulations, oversight, and enforcement are necessary and worker advocacy, both individual and collective, is essential for a well-functioning society."
- Kirkus Reviews
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From the Shed is a blog and vlog that explores the intersection of work, ethics, and everyday life—straight from a no-frills, truth-telling space that values people over profit. Here, you’ll find honest conversations about employment, leadership, justice, and what it means to build a healthy, equitable workplace in today’s world. Whether you’re a worker, entrepreneur, or community advocate, you can expect real talk, deep dives into labor ethics, and practical insights that challenge the status quo.