Why Many UK Employees Shy Away From Management Roles

Author

Carole Gaskell

Founder & CEO

< 1 minute read

14 Jul 2025

Carole Gaskell, CEO of Full Potential Group, reflects on HR Magazine’s recent findings showing that over half of UK employees—across middle-manager levels and below—don’t view management as an attractive career path

In her commentary, she examines:

1. What deters employees from aspiring to management
2. The importance of demonstrating leadership as a positive, growth-focused journey
3. How HR and leaders can reshape perceptions through better development and support

Read the full article on HR Magazine