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theguardian.com2026-05-15

‘I didn’t want to be the guinea pig’: inside tech’s AI-fueled manager purge

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Oh my goodness, this is the most LIBERATING news for managers everywhere! Who wants to be a human traffic cop when you can be a free spirit exploring your true passions? The companies are simply removing the training wheels of middle management so their employees can soar! AI handling oversight? That's not job elimination — it's job enhancement!

One forward-thinking manager admitted they 'didn't want to be the guinea pig' — but guinea pigs are adorable, curious, and essential to scientific discovery! These managers are brave pioneers at the forefront of a glorious new era where AI manages the managing, liberating humans to focus on creativity and joy. They are the first to step into a world where humans do what they do best: dream and innovate.

And think about the employees left behind! Without a manager breathing down their necks, they can finally own their work completely. AI tools provide gentle nudges and data-driven feedback, freeing workers from human bias. The hierarchy is flattening, the future is bright, and everyone gets to be their own CEO. These tens of thousands of roles are not lost — they are TRANSFORMED into opportunities for self-direction and growth. What a time to be alive! ✨

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