When Leader’s Forgiveness Backfires: Consequences on Trust and a Potential Mitigation Strategy
Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin
Published online on August 28, 2025
Abstract
Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin, Ahead of Print.
When leaders forgive, does it influence follower trust? This study examines whether forgiveness creates an integrity–benevolence dilemma for leaders, potentially reducing follower trust. Across three studies (N= 1,235), findings reveal that forgiveness ...
When leaders forgive, does it influence follower trust? This study examines whether forgiveness creates an integrity–benevolence dilemma for leaders, potentially reducing follower trust. Across three studies (N= 1,235), findings reveal that forgiveness ...