iCros Inc. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; Representative: Rie Fujino; hereinafter referred to as iCros) is pleased to announce the results of a survey on the true feelings and management practices of section chiefs at large corporations. The survey targeted 110 playing managers who work at companies with 1,000 or more employees and have three or more subordinates. Key findings from the survey include: 47.3% of respondents indicated that "giving frank feedback to subordinates" is something they want to do but are unable to or have given up on. Furthermore, 33.6% responded that they "have no one to consult with about management concerns." The support they seek includes "objective feedback from external experts" (38.2%) and "a place to practice and role-play communication with subordinates (1-on-1s and interviews)" (33.6%). The survey results reveal that many section chiefs are struggling alone with subordinate development, and that section chiefs themselves lack opportunities to receive objective feedback and practice communication before engaging with their subordinates. Survey Overview Survey Name: Survey on the True Feelings and Management Practices of Section Chiefs at Large Corporations Survey Method: Internet survey conducted as part of the "Resapii®︎" research marketing service provided by IDEATECH. Survey Period: May 1, 2026 - May 2, 2026 Valid Responses: 110 playing managers working at companies with 1,000 or more employees and having three or more subordinates. *Percentages may not add up to 100% due to rounding to the second decimal place. ≪Terms of Use≫ 1. Please cite "iCros Inc." as the source of information. 2. When using on a website, please include the following link as the source. URL: https://icros.jp/ Approximately 60% experience "consideration for subordinates with different values" on a daily or frequent basis, indicating communication challenges with subordinates. When asked, "As a section chief, how often do you feel the following true feeling