Every leader has witnessed this: nodding heads in meetings, followed by whispers and complaints in the hallway. This is what I refer to as “eye-roll culture.” When it takes root, it can suffocate your message. An eye roll signals one clear thing: your team has lost faith in your leadership. You might call for accountability while letting poor performance slide, undermining your credibility. You speak of high standards, yet shy away from difficult conversations. Eye rolling is a subtle form of di