Middle managers have faced considerable challenges due to recent workplace upheavals, including the pandemic and shifts towards remote work. With ongoing responsibilities and staffing changes, these managers are experiencing low morale and rising anxiety, especially as Gen Z shows little interest in middle management positions. Jan Bruce warns of a potential 'manager crash' if current managers leave without successors ready to step up. To support middle managers, companies are encouraged to evaluate and address psychosocial risks, ensuring mental health resources and proper workplace supports are in place to alleviate pressures on these critical roles.
"As managers struggle, Gen Z sees the toll of the job and backs away, leaving fewer employees to rise into management roles."
"This puts more pressure on remaining managers."
Bruce argues that many companies could be facing a 'manager crash' this year that would have far-reaching effects."
"One thing leaders can do is evaluate psychosocial risk, according to Bruce, which can identify some of the biggest stressors facing managers at the company."
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