Definition

A metaphorical chasm between what management promises and what actually gets delivered. Also applicable to the widening gap between employee expectations and company reality.

Example Usage

There's a growing gulf between our stated company values and how we actually treat contract workers.

Source: Common business terminology via Free Dictionary API

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