Middle managers serve the most important role — but companies waste their talent

BLUF

High-performing middle managers are essential talent managers. Unfortunately, many organisations burden them with administrative tasks and insufficient autonomy; undermining leadership, morale, and retention precisely when adaptable management is most vital.

Learning outcomes:

• Recognise how empowering intermediate leaders can improve unit cohesion and talent development.
• Allocate leadership roles to balance command demands with management of personnel.
• Support RAAF middle management with training, trust, and strategic role clarity.