Social Media McKinsey partner demoted after LinkedIn “glass cliff” comments Global consultancy firm said posts fell “well short” of its standards iStock.com/Prykhodov Image Jenna Lomax Community Editor Friday 16 October 2026 McKinsey has demoted one of its directors in Sydney after he made comments in a now deleted LinkedIn post claiming the “glass cliff” was a “convenient way” for female bosses to “be victim”. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... DEI Why can’t the UK’s financial sector seem to promote women? Culture D&I, sexual harassment cannot be ignored by financial services firms Social Media Most firms use WhatsApp for business. Few govern it Disputes Superspar fails to overturn unfair dismissal award in WhatsApp case