When Favoritism Fails: The Cost of Playing Favorites

Favoritism rarely announces itself—but your team always feels it.

In this episode of Elite Leader Insights, Donald Kunkel Jr. explores the hidden impact of favoritism—how even well-intentioned patterns can quietly erode trust, credibility, and team engagement.

You’ll hear:

• A personal leadership lesson from Donald’s Air Force experience
• Why perceived favoritism is just as damaging as the real thing
• Research-backed insights on morale and retention
• Action steps to build fairness, development, and team culture

👉 If you lead people—this one’s for you.

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