Layoffs is hitting too much in MENA region. Is this the case anywhere else? EU for example?

Question for other directors / sr. directors - how much of your time is spent "in the weeds" vs. high level?

Recently resigned from my job without having a new one lined up. Will be taking a short break before getting back out there. Any tips for when I start searching again? Areas to focus on while not employed? NYC; 5 yoe

I've started to take on a more lead product management and design role that has required me to learn Jira for scrum planning. One of the issues I am facing with our dev leader is standardizing our document taking process so status updates are clear and project timelines are transparent. What are some ways I can promote a better project management culture across departments?

Are all companies in the US just all shitshows right now? Where do you work where you're actually delivering value? I'm starting to get seriously sick of how bad the work environment is here and considering leaving all together. I'm in the Midwest, and considering a move to WA or NY but if all companies I've spoken to in the past year (enterprise) are all going through the same crap, I wonder if it's really worth it still to bolt and leave. I love my city, but Im not married to it