Per My Last Email Why Middle Managers Matter More Than You Think
In this episode, Kaila and Kyle discuss the current trend of laying off middle managers and the flattening of organizations, the impact this can have on individuals, and why we can’t forget the key roles that middle managers have in your career.
00:00 Intro
01:43 Who are the middle managers?
04:15 Stats illustrating the decline of the middle manager
06:40 How an absence middle managers can hinder your career
11:09 The goal of a middle manager, and what happens when they disappear
18:44 Why companies should realize the importance of a middle manager
23:45 What to do if you see a flattening of your organization
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