Summary Of The Protestant Work Ethic Just Another Urban Legend

In Jonathan Klemens’ essay “The Protestant Work Ethic Just Another Urban Legend,” Klemens goes in depth about the American work ethic. According to Klemens, the American work ethic is essential to Americans because it provides a strong economy, along with a strong society that keeps America going. The American work ethic is one that is represented through individuals who “provide both a service to society and personal satisfaction” (Klemens 122). Not only does Klemens argue that hard work and service are detrimental to society, but a strong commitment enhances one’s life’s devotion to work, along with one’s passion or “calling.” Furthermore, the work ethic is “firmly entrenched as a powerful and valued American social trait,” showing that hard work and dedication are core values ingrained within the lives of Americans.
Most people have become oblivious to how hard work and dedication have changed the

For instance, cell phones are constantly changing and have had a rapid growth within these past couple of years. Also “Thanks to the technical intelligence and capability provided by Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak, Jobs was able to bring his vision of a mass-market personal computer to reality” (). In the article it describes how creating his vision with apple it was able to open the world of technology, also helping start many new advancements with phones. His hard work was able to make an advancement in America that would only help flourish the years to come. It is astonishing how many unique programs devices can run and how new technology is so interactive with humans.People should continue to work hard so in the future it can only benefit Americans. As Klemens said “It is essential we continue to build a strong labor force” (Klemens 123), so we develop strong leaders that are willing to guide and continue to develop a strong economy and a strong vibrant