Emma will respond to:

How has the rise of flat organizational structures and agile teams impacted the relevance of middle management?

How has AI and automation diminished or reshaped what would be considered the traditional middle manager responsibilities?

Without a middle management layer, how can organizations bridge the gap between strategic leadership and operational execution?

Could the demise of middle management exacerbate burnout or overwhelm employees and executives?

Let’s fast forward to 2030, what does the world of work look like following the demise of middle management?

Maria will respond to:

What qualities do you look for in an effective middle manager?

What challenges arise when leading a team of middle managers?

How do you ensure alignment between leadership goals and the middle managers’ responsibilities?

Can you share a story of a successful partnership with a middle manager?

What advice would you give to middle managers trying to better connect with upper management?

How do you measure the success of middle managers?

Are there pitfalls that senior leaders often fall into when managing this layer?

Claire will address:

Are there common fears or barriers to breaking out of this role?

What advice would you give to someone feeling “stuck” in middle management?

How important is self-awareness in identifying your next steps?

Have you seen or experienced success stories of transitioning beyond this role?

What strategies or resources are most effective for charting a new course?