Transforming Organizations Through Understanding with Marvin Dejean

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 understanding the impact of our actions on others. Marvin and Erin discuss the challenges of self-awareness and how mindset plays a crucial role in our interactions. He provides insights into fostering collaboration and transformation within organizations, highlighting that true change begins with understanding and empathy.

Today on Tactical Empathy:

• We all have a responsibility for others.
• Empathy is about seeing yourself in others.
• Transformations begin and end with people.
• The biggest issue in organizations is mindset.
• Self-deception is the first deception we face.
• Understanding others' needs leads to better collaboration.
• We often focus on behavior rather than mindset.
• To foster change, we must first understand ourselves.
• Leading by example is crucial for inspiring others.
• The journey of self-discovery is ongoing and essential.

Connect with Marvin:

• Website: www.gileadsanders.com
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marvindejean/
• You tube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HJ3IKZvfR-4 
• You tube: https://youtu.be/Wop0ZM4opkc?si=oxFttHqdmwQM5UiN

Connect with Erin:

• Instagram: @elthorp 
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-thorp-speaker/
• Website: www.erinthorp.ca 
• Inside Out Empathy Free Chapter: https://www.insideoutempathy.com/
• Freebie: 5 Practices to Build Empathy Skills