Gen Z is rejecting middle management

Middle management is losing its appeal—52% of Gen Z workers want nothing to do with it, citing burnout and low pay. With 70% eyeing freelance work, many see climbing the corporate ladder as a trap, not a promotion. Meanwhile, Amazon is slashing manager roles, while Walmart is boosting pay up to $600K to retain talent. If nothing changes, a “management crash” could hit by 2025.