Meanwhile, team members interpret these mixed signals based on their own experiences and observations, both professional and personal. The Organizational MachineOften without realizing the impact, CEOs reinforce hopelessness across organizational culture, policy, and procedure. From leaders and employees alike, I’ve heard consistent stories about what creates hopelessness in organizations. Team members receive carefully crafted communications that may not align with their day-to-day experiences. Team members receive carefully crafted communications that may not align with their day-to-day experiences.