# The Gap You’re Pretending Isn’t There

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Podcast: [Scaling New Heights: Leadership at the Next Level](https://stenobird.com/podcast/scaling-new-heights-leadership-at-the-next-level-7113314)
Published: 2026-04-13T06:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://scaling-new-heights.captivate.fm/episode/the-gap-youre-pretending-isnt-there
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## Resource

There’s a gap most leaders don’t talk about. Not because it’s rare—but because it’s uncomfortable. It’s the gap between what you say… and what you actually do. And while it may feel small, your team notices. Over time, those small gaps shape culture, erode trust, and redefine what really matters. In this episode, I explore how this gap shows up, why it happens, and what to do about it. Key Takeaways Why intention doesn’t translate into leadership credibility How small inconsistencies quietly shape team culture The difference between internal justification and external perception A practical way to identify and close your leadership gap 00:00 The Leadership Gap 00:36 Intentions vs Actions 01:20 How Credibility Erodes 02:24 Spot Your Own Gap 03:02 Why Inconsistency Spreads 03:38 Trust Follows Behavior 04:15 Close The Gap 05:30 One Action Now 06:13 Get Support And Wrap Up Call to Action If you want a proper space to look at this objectively and think it through, you can book time with me. No pressure—just a focused conversation to help you move forward. Useful links: Schedule a free discovery call Find out more about The Leadership Reset 4-month programme Connect with Nick on LinkedIn Subscribe to my monthly motivation newsletter #ScalingNewHeights #ExecutiveCoaching #LeadershipDevelopment #OrganisationalCulture #SelfLeadership #TeamLeadership

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