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HR's Neoliberal Mirage: The Enemy Within
The source text critiques the modern perception of Human Resources (HR), arguing that it serves corporate interests rather than employee well-being. It asserts that HR's actions, like offering mindfulness apps, are designed to make individuals responsible for systemic issues. The article cites Bal and Dóci's 2018 paper to illustrate how neoliberal ideology has permeated workplace practices and academic research, promoting harmful ideas of instrumentality, individualism, and competition among employees. It further suggests that the outdated concept of "homo economicus" persists in corporate…
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