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Where middle managers need the most help, by the numbers - WorkLife

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The unpredictability of the business environment, coupled with intense pressure on productivity and ensuring hybrid team cohesion, leaves middle managers constantly on edge, trying to make sense of shifting priorities and objectives. This article is part of an editorial series that spotlights their frustrations and where they need more support. More from the series → The story of middle managers is well known – they have too many responsibilities, are burnt out, and feel like they’re not supported. But to what extent do managers really feel this way? We dove into data from Capterra’s recent middle management survey, Gartner’s HR leaders’ priorities for 2024 report and ongoing research from McKinsey to better understand the state of middle managers today. Also according to Gartner, one in five wouldn’t be a manager if given the choice, which is part of why they’re not equipped to lead change when they don’t even feel passionate about being in their role in the first place. “Managers are

The unpredictability of the business environment, coupled with intense pressure on productivity and ensuring hybrid team cohesion, leaves middle managers constantly on edge, trying to make sense of shifting priorities and objectives. This article is part of an editorial series that spotlights their frustrations and where they need more support. More from the series → The story of middle managers is well known – they have too many responsibilities, are burnt out, and feel like they’re not supported. But to what extent do managers really feel this way? We dove into data from Capterra’s rece

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