GITNUXREPORT 2025

Managerial Statistics

Most managers seek training, struggle with communication, and prioritize leadership skills.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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67% of managers report feeling stressed at work regularly

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45% of managers say they have too many responsibilities to effectively lead their teams

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66% of managers claim that remote work has changed management practices significantly

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58% of managers have difficulty delegating tasks effectively

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46% of managers feel they lack enough time for strategic planning

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62% of managers report difficulties in adapting to organizational change

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53% of managers use performance metrics to guide decision-making

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40% of managers experience difficulty in maintaining work-life balance

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56% of managers report that fostering innovation is a key management challenge

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34% of managers feel unprepared for crisis management

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47% of managers experience difficulty in managing remote teams effectively

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69% of managers are concerned about cybersecurity threats impacting their teams

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65% of managers report that employee engagement significantly impacts productivity

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43% of managers believe their team lacks motivation

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60% of managers identify talent retention as a top priority

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30% of managers report experiencing burnout frequently

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63% of managers believe that effective onboarding improves employee retention

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59% of managers feel that employee well-being initiatives positively impact team performance

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55% of managers report that providing career development opportunities increases retention

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58% of managers believe their leadership skills need improvement

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Only 35% of managers receive formal training in leadership skills

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70% of managers believe that communication skills are critical for effective leadership

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52% of managers feel unprepared to handle workplace conflicts

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48% of managers say they lack confidence in their decision-making abilities

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68% of managers believe that soft skills are more important than technical skills

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54% of managers track employee performance regularly

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47% of managers believe their current leadership style needs modernization

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72% of managers use feedback surveys to improve team performance

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79% of managers state that mentoring and coaching are valuable for employee development

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38% of managers believe they do not have sufficient leadership training

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69% of managers feel that their organization supports professional development

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77% of managers value teamwork highly for achieving goals

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44% of managers report they need more training in emotional intelligence

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57% of managers report that employee feedback improves team performance

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65% of managers feel confident in implementing change initiatives

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38% of managers seek more training on cybersecurity and data privacy

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68% of managers report that clear goals improve team productivity

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50% of managers feel that their organization does not provide sufficient leadership development resources

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42% of managers report that peer collaboration enhances problem-solving

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37% of managers struggle with implementing strategic planning effectively

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80% of managers believe incorporating feedback into leadership development is beneficial

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64% of managers say that adapting management styles to generational differences is important

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73% of managers feel that workplace diversity is crucial for business success

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61% of managers believe their leadership impacts organizational culture

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53% of managers believe that diversity and inclusion initiatives are essential for modern management

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49% of managers consider company culture a critical factor for retention

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55% of managers use digital tools to manage their teams

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70% of managers believe technology facilitates better management

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54% of managers see analytics as a valuable tool for management decisions

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Key Highlights

58% of managers believe their leadership skills need improvement
67% of managers report feeling stressed at work regularly
Only 35% of managers receive formal training in leadership skills
45% of managers say they have too many responsibilities to effectively lead their teams
70% of managers believe that communication skills are critical for effective leadership
52% of managers feel unprepared to handle workplace conflicts
48% of managers say they lack confidence in their decision-making abilities
65% of managers report that employee engagement significantly impacts productivity
43% of managers believe their team lacks motivation
55% of managers use digital tools to manage their teams
60% of managers identify talent retention as a top priority
73% of managers feel that workplace diversity is crucial for business success
30% of managers report experiencing burnout frequently

With nearly two-thirds of managers admitting they feel unprepared or overwhelmed in their roles, the ongoing struggle to develop effective leadership skills and adapt to modern workplace challenges has become a critical concern for organizational success.

Challenges and Stressors in Management

67% of managers report feeling stressed at work regularly
45% of managers say they have too many responsibilities to effectively lead their teams
66% of managers claim that remote work has changed management practices significantly
58% of managers have difficulty delegating tasks effectively
46% of managers feel they lack enough time for strategic planning
62% of managers report difficulties in adapting to organizational change
53% of managers use performance metrics to guide decision-making
40% of managers experience difficulty in maintaining work-life balance
56% of managers report that fostering innovation is a key management challenge
34% of managers feel unprepared for crisis management
47% of managers experience difficulty in managing remote teams effectively
69% of managers are concerned about cybersecurity threats impacting their teams

Challenges and Stressors in Management Interpretation

With nearly seven out of ten managers feeling overwhelmed and unprepared amid evolving work dynamics, it's clear that leadership today demands resilience, adaptability, and a superhuman grasp of both technology and humanity.

Employee Engagement and Well-being

65% of managers report that employee engagement significantly impacts productivity
43% of managers believe their team lacks motivation
60% of managers identify talent retention as a top priority
30% of managers report experiencing burnout frequently
63% of managers believe that effective onboarding improves employee retention
59% of managers feel that employee well-being initiatives positively impact team performance
55% of managers report that providing career development opportunities increases retention

Employee Engagement and Well-being Interpretation

While over half of managers recognize that employee engagement, onboarding, and well-being initiatives boost productivity and retention, the fact that nearly a third experience frequent burnout highlights the urgent need for systemic support—proving that even managers are not immune to the very challenges they seek to solve.

Leadership Development and Skill Building

58% of managers believe their leadership skills need improvement
Only 35% of managers receive formal training in leadership skills
70% of managers believe that communication skills are critical for effective leadership
52% of managers feel unprepared to handle workplace conflicts
48% of managers say they lack confidence in their decision-making abilities
68% of managers believe that soft skills are more important than technical skills
54% of managers track employee performance regularly
47% of managers believe their current leadership style needs modernization
72% of managers use feedback surveys to improve team performance
79% of managers state that mentoring and coaching are valuable for employee development
38% of managers believe they do not have sufficient leadership training
69% of managers feel that their organization supports professional development
77% of managers value teamwork highly for achieving goals
44% of managers report they need more training in emotional intelligence
57% of managers report that employee feedback improves team performance
65% of managers feel confident in implementing change initiatives
38% of managers seek more training on cybersecurity and data privacy
68% of managers report that clear goals improve team productivity
50% of managers feel that their organization does not provide sufficient leadership development resources
42% of managers report that peer collaboration enhances problem-solving
37% of managers struggle with implementing strategic planning effectively
80% of managers believe incorporating feedback into leadership development is beneficial
64% of managers say that adapting management styles to generational differences is important

Leadership Development and Skill Building Interpretation

Despite recognizing the critical importance of soft skills, feedback, and adaptability for effective leadership—endorsed by over 70% of managers—more than half admit they lack sufficient training and confidence, revealing a paradoxical reality where the pursuit of visionary leadership is often hindered by a shortage of formal development and a need for modernization, all while juggling the evolving demands of workplace communication, conflict resolution, and generational differences.

Organizational Culture and Diversity

73% of managers feel that workplace diversity is crucial for business success
61% of managers believe their leadership impacts organizational culture
53% of managers believe that diversity and inclusion initiatives are essential for modern management
49% of managers consider company culture a critical factor for retention

Organizational Culture and Diversity Interpretation

While a significant majority of managers recognize that diversity, inclusive leadership, and a strong company culture are vital for business success and retention, the fact that only a modest proportion see these initiatives as essential underscores the ongoing challenge of translating awareness into meaningful action.

Technology and Digital Tools in Management

55% of managers use digital tools to manage their teams
70% of managers believe technology facilitates better management
54% of managers see analytics as a valuable tool for management decisions

Technology and Digital Tools in Management Interpretation

While over half of managers embrace digital tools and analytics for team management, the fact that only 70% see technology as a facilitator suggests some are still riding the analog wave in a digital sea.