<ul><li>"Conscious Unbossing" is a growing trend where young professionals, particularly Gen Z, are rejecting traditional hierarchical roles in favor of positions that feel more authentic and empowering.</li><li>They prioritize skill development, meaningful contributions, and work-life balance over climbing the corporate ladder. A poll by recruitment firm Robert Walters reveals that 69% of Gen Z views middle management as high-stress and low-reward.</li><li>According to Lucy Bisset, a director at Robert Walters, Gen Z seeks roles that support personal growth and a healthy balance, rather than being stuck in management positions with limited support or payoff.</li></ul>

What is 'conscious unbossing' and why don't Gen Z want to be middle managers?

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