Much has been written in recent years about closing the gender pay gap. However, there is another gap that exists in workplaces across the United States: the trust gap.
Mercer research indicates that 47% of female employees perceive favoritism at work when it comes to the distribution of promotions and work assignments. 33% of female employees do not feel they can express their ideas or views without fear of negative consequences. And 26% do not believe they can report an ethical concern without fear of retaliation.