I once was in a discussion between two former <FAANG> VPs. They were mentioning someone who had been at their prior <FAANG> co for 20 years. VP 1: “Jason? He i

I once was in a discussion between two former <FAANG> VPs. They were mentioning someone who had been at their prior <FAANG> co for 20 years. VP 1: “Jason? He is still there? How?” VP 2: “He never managed anyone.” I thought about that a lot. What is it about being middle management that is so lethal? Its exactly as you said: Liabilities from from above, below and sideways. Why would anyone ever sign up for that?