middle-management

This article argues that AI is driving mass layoffs in tech companies, specifically targeting middle management and 'measurers' (roles like finance, legal, auditing) by eliminating the human-to-human coordination complexity that previously required large workforces.

YC General Partner @t_blom presented a talk on building self-improving, AI-native companies, emphasizing recursive AI loops and reducing headcount through AI automation.

Scott Galloway argues against using AI to flatten corporate hierarchies, asserting that middle management plays a crucial role in filtering leadership errors and translating strategy.