The traditional employer-employee model is undergoing a seismic shift. Bayer CEO Bill Anderson recently unveiled a radical restructuring plan that phases out middle management in favor of “dynamic shared ownership,” where self-directed teams rotate every 90 days. His goal? “Fewer bosses, fewer rules” and a system that beats the inefficiencies of legacy corporate hierarchies.
This isn’t an isolated case. A record number of CEOs—over 2,200 in 2024 alone—have exited their roles, many citing the collapse of old playbooks and the rise of empowered, decentralized talent. As Jane Edison Stevenson of Korn Ferry notes, “The job is a lot harder now,” and the pressure to adapt is relentless.
What The Future Holds:
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Traditional W2 Employment Is Becoming Obsolete
- Full-time roles will shrink in favor of project-based engagements. -
Pure State Capitalsim Will Replace Monetary Safety
- Equity and incentive structures will replace salaries for high-value contributors. -
Automation and AI Will Replace Service Roles, R&D, and Management
- AI agents will handle routine tasks, leaving humans to specialize in strategy, creativity, and ethics. -
Humans Must Find A Way
- Employment “containers” like LLPs, LLCs, Sole Proprietorships will become the norm for individuals managing multiple income streams.
