Kara Dennison

The adaptation of SAN.G's web novel is slated for July 2026

Most organizations still treat employee engagement like a frontline problem. They launch surveys, expand wellness initiatives, and expect managers to rebuild morale from the middle.

Companies across industries are cutting middle management roles to fund AI investments and flatten organizational structures.

Companies across industries are cutting middle management roles to fund AI investments and flatten organizational structures.

Profitable tech giants like Cloudflare, Meta, and Block are laying off thousands, citing AI strategy, despite record revenues. Over 142,000 tech jobs were cut in 2026's first five months as companies fund $700 billion in AI infrastructure by reducing payroll. Experts question if these cuts are based on AI's actual capabilities or speculative future potential. A Gartner study reveals that AI-driven layoffs don't improve financial returns; instead, companies redesigning roles and training staff achieve better results. This "AI washing" boosts stock prices but damages employee trust and the talent pipeline, particularly for younger workers, whose entry-level roles are disappearing, hindering future skill development.

A low 2% quit rate masks a critical workforce issue: employee engagement has hit an 11-year low of 31%. This suggests the "Great Turnover" is merely delayed, with many workers "resentfully staying" due to a stalled job market, financial insecurity, and a demoralizing job search process. This isn't a sign of a healthy workforce, but a warning. Experts predict a significant spike in departures once the market improves. Leaders must act now by supporting managers, embracing flexibility, offering meaningful recognition, measuring true commitment, and investing in development to create an environment where employees genuinely choose to stay.

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