The Tactical Empathy Podcast, hosted by Erin Thorp, Author, Leader, Coach, and Speaker, is your essential guide to unlocking the transformative power of empathy in leadership. Discover how to lead with empathy, engage your team effectively, and set healthy boundaries to create results-focused, people-centered success.
Join Erin as she shares her journey from being told she was 'too emotional' to harnessing her emotions as a superpower. Each episode provides real-world examples of leaders navigating tough decisions, all while embracing empathy.
This show is a game-changer for anyone who influences others, be it in your personal life, your community, or the corporate world. Redefine leadership, harness the strength of your emotions, and embark on a journey to make an impact through empathy.
In this episode, Erin explores the complex emotions surrounding guilt, particularly as we transition into new routines in September. She distinguishes between healthy guilt, which can motivate person…
Part 3 of the 3-part grief series concludes with Erin, Christine and Kristen discussing the multifaceted nature of grief, emphasizing its individual experience and the concept of disenfranchised grie…
In part 2 of our 3-part series on grief, Erin and Kristen explore the profound themes of empathy, grief, and the importance of support systems during challenging times. Kristen shares her personal jo…
In part 1 of our 3-part series on grief, Erin and Christine discuss the complexities of grief and the importance of empathy in supporting individuals who are grieving, particularly in the workplace. …
In this conversation, Erin chats with Andrea Janzen they discuss Andrea’s leadership journey and the work of Ambition Theory, focusing on transformational leadership skills in the construction indust…
In this conversation, Erin chats with Marvin as he shares his journey of self-discovery and the importance of empathy in leadership. He emphasizes the need for personal responsibility and understandi…
In this episode of Tactical Empathy, Erin discusses the challenges leaders face during times of disruption and the importance of empathy in navigating uncertainty. She emphasizes that leaders should …
In this conversation, Erin chats with Genevieve as she shares her inspiring leadership journey, detailing her transition from a corporate career to founding the Pajama Program, which provides pajamas…
In this episode of the Tactical Empathy Podcast, Erin shares insights from her recent work with a high-performing leadership team that struggled with communication and connection under pressure. Thro…
In this conversation, Erin chats with Barbara as she shares her insights on the importance of empathy in leadership. Drawing from her extensive corporate experience, Barbara defines empathy as the ab…
In this episode of Tactical Empathy, Erin engages in a deep conversation with guests Mad and Lucy about the importance of empathy in bridging gaps in understanding, language, and identity. They explo…
In part 2 of this 2-part series, Erin explores the concept of empathy overload, particularly how the desire to help others can lead to burnout. She discusses the signs of empathy fatigue, introduces …
In part 1 of this 2-part series, Erin explores the complexities of empathy in leadership, focusing on the extremes of being perceived as the villain in someone else's story. She discusses the emotio…
In this episode, Erin chats with Justin McMenamy as he shares his leadership journey, emphasizing the importance of empathy in leadership. He discusses his experiences in various organizations, the c…
In this conversation, Erin chats with Valeria Rusnak as she discusses her journey as a podcaster and community leader, focusing on the themes of rejection and empathy. She emphasizes the importance o…
In this conversation, Erin chats with Karl Pontau.They discuss the significance of empathy and storytelling in building human connections. Karl shares personal experiences that shaped his understandi…
In this episode of Tactical Empathy, Erin discusses the critical role of feedback in leadership, emphasizing the need to deliver tough messages with empathy and care. She introduces the Conscious Com…
In this conversation, Erin chats with Henning Bech as he shares his insights on the importance of empathy in leadership, describing it as a 'bridge of courage' that connects different perspectives. H…
In this episode of Tactical Empathy, Erin discusses the challenges and strategies for balancing organizational goals with employee wellbeing in the context of return to office mandates. She emphasize…
In this episode, Erin chats with Marisol Solarte-Erlacher as she shares her journey as a leader, emphasizing the importance of empathy, self-reflection, and emotional intelligence in leadership roles…