# Trust Gap In Leadership: Why Employees Don't Always Believe Leaders.

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Published: 2026-06-02T12:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of Let's Be Diverse, we explore the growing trust gap between leaders and employees and examine why even well-intentioned leaders sometimes struggle to gain credibility with their teams. From inconsistent communication and lack of transparency to unmet expectations and organizational change, there are many factors that can influence how employees perceive leadership. Our Guest today is Nicole Eisdorfer. If you would like to reach out or connect with Nicole Eisdorfer: linkedin.com/in/neisdorfer Thank you again to our Sponsors Nicole Donnelly, with Hello Moxie, and Alexandra Bowden, Will Kruer with PEOPLEfirst Talent & Retention Consulting and The Wellness Universe Corporate, Erika R. Taylor Beck with Authentic Foundations, Ashley Cox with AshleyCox.co, Lauren Bencekovich with Lauren Recruiting Group LLC, Ari Degrote with Upward and Inward, Kaitlyn Rios with Faced With Grace, Jennfer Gomez with The Joyful Strategist, Melissa Marie Maltais and Melanie with ConnectHers + Co. Thank you all very much for your support. Hi, I’m Andrew Stoute, host of Let’s Be Diverse, an HR podcast where I share motivational posts, insights on HR and leadership topics, and personal anecdotes. As an empathetic and innovative HR professional, my goal is to inspire like-minded individuals who believe that the workplace should be a safe place to succeed and grow. Together, let’s explore different perspectives and create meaningful conversation.

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