Kuala Lampur, March 4 -- For decades, middle management has been seen as a natural career step - a reward for experience and hard work. But Gen Z isn't buying into that narrative.

According to a recent Financial Times article, they are increasingly turning away from middle management roles, a trend commonly referred to as "conscious unbossing."

Unlike previous generations who climbed the corporate ladder without question, many young professionals today are consciously opting out of middle management roles.

It's not a case of laziness or entitlement, as some critics might claim. Instead, it's a calculated decision driven by different workplace priorities, shifting expectations, and a deeper understanding of work-life balance.

Employers...