Bait and Switch

In BAIT AND SWITCH, bestselling author Barbara Ehrenreich goes undercover to explore the hidden struggles of the white-collar unemployed, following her groundbreaking work in Nickel and Dimed. She immerses herself in the job search culture, navigating career coaching, networking events, and job fairs, while grappling with the reality of persistent rejection despite a strong professional background. Highlighting the plight of educated individuals who face financial ruin due to corporate downsizing, the book reveals the stark absence of social support for today's disposable workers. Combining humor and tragedy, Ehrenreich offers a compelling critique of modern economic challenges.