#331 - Maria Ross - Understanding the Strength of Empathy

Maria Ross joins Something For Everybody this week. Maria is a speaker, author, strategist, and empathy advocate.

In this conversation, Maria Ross discusses the importance of empathy in personal relationships and leadership. She shares her experiences of navigating life transitions and emphasizes the need for vulnerability and curiosity in building connections. Maria explains how empathy is not a weakness but a strength that can enhance performance and foster better communication. She challenges common myths about empathy, highlighting its role in effective leadership and team dynamics. 

Timestamps:

00:00 Navigating Life Transitions

03:06 The Role of Empathy in Relationships

06:06 Empathy as a Leadership Quality

11:58 Understanding Empathy: Cognitive vs. Emotional

17:57 Building Relationships Through Curiosity

21:11 The Strength of Vulnerability in Leadership

23:54 Challenging Myths About Empathy

26:54 Empathy and High Performance in Leadership

32:41 Balancing Hard Work with Rest

35:02 The Five Pillars of Empathetic Leadership

37:19 The Power of Joy in Leadership

39:42 Building Trust Through Levity

45:10 Understanding Weaponized Empathy

48:39 Avoiding Empathy Hijacking

54:35 Teaching Empathy to the Next Generation

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TED talk: https://bit.ly/3WmGMYA

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(Recorded on December 19th, 2024)

Edited by Ben Rogerson (@BenRogerson_)

Intro music by Residual Audio (Residualaudio.com)

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