Middle managers, beware: The Great Flattening layoff trend has moved beyond Big Tech and into retailers like Walmart

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Middle managers in Big Tech, and now at Walmart, have faced major layoffs.
- Recession fears and tariff uncertainty are driving companies to cut costs.
- The trend, known as "The Great Flattening," is spreading.
It's a tough time to be a middle manager.
Companies are looking for ways to…

This story appeared on businessinsider.com, 2025-05-30 15:38:04.408000.
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