Freakonomics vs Getting to 50/50

Both "Freakonomics" by Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. Dubner, Andrea Montero Cusset and "Getting to 50/50" by Sharon Meers are popular choices for readers interested in Economics and Economics -- Psychological aspects. This comparison helps you decide which to read first — or whether both belong on your list.

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Sociologybusiness & economicssocial scienceparenting
Published 2005
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Getting to 50/50

Sharon Meers

2013

Sharon Meers and Joanna Strober are professionals, wives, and mothers. They understand the challenges and rewards of two-career households. They also know that families thrive not in spite of working mothers but because of them. You can have a great career, a great marriage, and be a great mother. The key is tapping into your best resource and most powerful ally—the man you married. After interviewing hundreds of parents and employers, surveying more than a thousand working mothers, and combing through the latest government and social science research, the authors have discovered that kids, husbands, and wives all reap huge benefits when couples commit to share equally as breadwinners and caregivers. Mothers work without guilt, fathers bond with their kids, and children blossom with the attention of two involved parents. The starting point? An attitude shift that puts you on the road to 50/50—plus the positive step-by-step advice in this book. From “baby boot camp” for new dads to exactly what to say when negotiating a leave with the boss, this savvy book offers fresh ideas to today’s families offering encouragement, hope, and confidence to any woman who has ever questioned her choices regarding work and family.

Published 2013
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is easier to read: Freakonomics or Getting to 50/50?
Reading difficulty depends on your familiarity with the genre. Check each book's page count and subject matter above, and start with whichever aligns better with books you've enjoyed before.
Can I read Freakonomics and Getting to 50/50 in any order?
Yes — these are standalone works. You don't need to read one before the other unless they're part of the same series.
Which book is better for beginners?
If you're new to this genre, look at the shorter book with broader appeal and start there. You can always come back for the other.

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