In this sharp and thoughtful episode, Josh Anderson and Bob Galen debate the future of middle management. While movements like Corporate Rebels are calling to eliminate the layer entirely, Bob and Josh argue for something more nuanced: a transformation, not an execution. They explore what great middle managers actually look like, the leadership gaps that plague many orgs, and why flat structures aren't a silver bullet.

You'll walk away with a modern blueprint for impactful middle leadership—one built on collaboration, development, and resilience—not control, micromanagement, or outdated org charts.

• What’s the Future of Middle Management?

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