3. The Trust Gap Between Employers and Young Professionals

Why does work feel broken?In this episode of Human in the Room, Betsy Gardner and Addison Kersey dive into the biggest workplace challenges facing employees, managers, and business leaders today.From workplace trust and leadership development to AI in the workplace, employee engagement, company culture, and generational differences, this conversation explores why so many organizations struggle to attract, retain, and develop great talent.Betsy brings the perspective of a seasoned CEO and executive leader, while Addison offers the perspective of a rising professional navigating the realities of modern work. Together, they break down the growing trust gap between employees and employers, discuss how artificial intelligence is reshaping careers, and explain why the future belongs to people who can build credibility, judgment, and human connection.Whether you're a CEO, manager, entrepreneur, HR professional, young professional, or emerging leader, this episode offers practical insights into leadership, communication, career growth, workplace culture, employee retention, professional development, and the future of work.Topics Covered:Workplace trustLeadership developmentAI and the future of workEmployee engagementCareer growth strategiesProfessional developmentGenerational differences in the workplaceCompany cultureCommunication skillsBuilding credibility at workSubscribe for more conversations on leadership, trust, communication, workplace culture, and thriving in the credibility economy. Time Stamps:(00:00) Why Work Feels Broken Today(02:45) The Conversations That Sparked Human in the Room(05:28) What "Managing Up" Really Means(08:02) Why Young Workers Struggle to Trust Employers(10:55) The Impact of AI, Layoffs, and Career Uncertainty(13:42) Building Trust Through Leadership and Mentorship(16:18) Generational Differences and Workplace Expectations(19:04) The Lost Workplace Playbook(21:48) Why Clear Career Paths Matter More Than Ever(24:15) AI, Career Development, and the Skills Gap(27:02) The Human in the Room Framework for Success(30:10) Moving From the Competency Economy to the Credibility EconomyStay in the RoomSubscribe to Human in the Room for more conversations about leadership, career growth, workplace culture, AI, and the human skills that still matter most.NewsletterJoin the Human in the Room newsletter: https://humanintheroom.myflodesk.com/subscribeWebsiteLearn more at humanintheroombook.comFollow Human in the RoomInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/humanintheroom LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/human-in-the-room/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HumanintheRoomPodcast Follow Betsy GardnerWebsite: betsygardner.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/betsygardner22/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebetsygardner/ Buy the BookGet Human in the Room by Betsy Gardner: https://bit.ly/4uADfVt Bring Human in the Room to Your OrganizationHuman in the Room helps organizations build stronger leaders, healthier workplace cultures, and more effective teams through:Leadership development trainingKeynotes and speaking engagementsTeam workshops and assessmentsTopics include communication, trust, managing up, intergenerational workplaces, AI and human skills, and human-centered leadership.Bring Betsy Gardner to your organization by contacting [email protected] Credits:Hosted by Betsy GardnerProduced by Hi Hello Labs: https://www.hihellolabs.com/