The great corporate charade: How "job title inflation" is deceiving a generation of US workers
A new analysis by MyPerfectResume (2025) exposes a growing illusion in corporate America, “growth theater.” The reports reveal that 92% of US workers believe job titles are being inflated to mimic advancement, offering prestige without pay or power. With many employees feeling “title trapped,” experts warn of a deeper crisis: symbolic recognition replacing genuine progress.
A new analysis by MyPerfectResume (2025) exposes a growing illusion in corporate America, “growth theater.” The reports reveal that 92% of US workers believe job titles are being inflated to mimic advancement, offering prestige without pay or power. With many employees feeling “title trapped,” experts warn of a deeper crisis: symbolic recognition replacing genuine progress.
