... in flexible capitalism routine is disregarded because 'change' and risk-taking is emphasized. In today's dynamic, rapid - paced economy, routine and custom are viewed as ineffectual and incompetent. Today's economic world stresses the value of the short term, rather than the long term. Nevertheless, Sennett discusses and illustrates in The Corrosion of Character the difficulties and negative aspects concerning rapid change and risk-taking. One reason why Sennett believes routine is still valid and necessary is; routine ensures safety and empowerment. For example, with routine workers can organize and orchestrate their experience for the long term. They can expand and safeguard their assets by utilizing time; thus investing in mutual aide funds, mortgages on personal property, etc. In addition, routinized time has become an essential aspect in worker union negotiations. By means of routinized time workers can create and assert demands on their superiors. Also, Sennett believes routine represents and preserves ...

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