Taking Time: Parental Leave Policy and Corporate Culture (Women in the Political Economy)

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Summary: Fascinating read; felt like I was reading about my company.
Review: As a dad working in corporate America, this book really pulled me in. I could relate to the issues presented about the struggles parents have trying to balance their work responsibilities and their family responsibilities. But it wasn't just a lot of anecdotes. The author provided an analysis that made sense to me, and leaves me feeling less hopeless. Initially, it made me feel more frustrated with the people I deal with every day, as I thought about how our daily lives could be better. I am a very committed worker and a very committed dad. But ultimately, this book made me think about what I'm up against, and maybe some things I could do to change it. A really good read for any parent who is dealing with feeling overworked, and trying to figure out why and what to do about it.