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A philosopher and motorcycle mechanic explains why not everyone should aspire to work behind a desk. He talks about the emotional satisfaction and intellectual demand of making and fixing things with your hands.
Matthew Crawford, a fellow at the Institute for Advanced Studies in Culture at the University of Virginia and owner/operator of an independent motorcycle repair shop.
A recent study found a significant majority of women want a better work-life balance. Diane and her guests discuss how some are saying "no" to overly-demanding jobs ... even in tough economic times.
Katty Kay, Washington correspondent and anchor for BBC World News America.
Claire Shipman, Senior National Correspondent for ABC News' "Good Morning America" and a regular on "This Week with George Stephanopoulos"
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