Warning about impact of disappearing middle managers

The warning comes after Firstup’s findings showed that employees strongly rely on their managers for information, clarity, and support.

According to the report, 52% of employees consider their direct manager as their most trusted source for company updates.

More than half of them also turn to their manager first for work-related questions (53%), and for the implications of company updates to their individual roles (86%).

Over half of employees also rely on their manager for support in navigating work challenges (63%), and for career coaching and feedback (72%), the report added.

“Managers are critical for relaying information, as well as translating organisational priorities into action, clarity, and connection for their direct reports,” Schuh said.