Middle Managers' Confidence Hits Record Low Amid Corporate Restructuring

Facing layoffs and increased responsibilities, middle managers report unprecedented levels of pressure and burnout.

Middle managers are experiencing unprecedented pressure and burnout, leading to the lowest confidence levels since data collection began in 2016.
The pressure stems from having to execute layoffs, return-to-office mandates, and stringent performance reviews, while also facing the risk of being laid off.
Tech companies like Meta and Salesforce are flattening their structures, resulting in middle managers being asked to transition to individual contributor roles or leave.
Employee confidence across all levels has dropped to a record low, with mentions of layoffs in Glassdoor reviews significantly increasing.
Some companies, like UPS, have announced plans to cut thousands of management jobs to offset higher costs, further contributing to the decline in confidence.