Empathy Talks is a podcast about life’s most important soft skill: empathy.
In each episode, we talk to a well-known business leader to find out what empathetic leadership really looks like. We unpack why empathy is so important, and learn why having it in life and business is more important than ever. We also deep-dive into those tough leadership moments where you need to lead with empathy to get it right.
Empathy Talks is a podcast from Circle In, the digital platform that supports working parents and caregivers and helps to build workplaces that care. To learn more about Circle In, visit www.circlein.com or follow us on LinkedIn @Circle In.
Why empathy is like a muscle you need to build (and how to build it)
According to workplace culture specialist and founder of Ignite Consulting, Beverly Simpson, empathy is a skill that can be honed over time – whether it comes naturally or not. Find out why and how.
1 Sept 2023
Why empathy and psychological safety go hand in glove
Hear from Malia Forner, partner at EY, about how empathy and psychological safety are like twin pillars that help create thriving teams. And find out why vulnerability is a superpower.
25 Aug 2023
How to show empathy as a founder
Hannah Spilva sold her flower delivery startup, LVLY, for $35M. She credits empathy as a key driver of her success. Find out why.
4 Aug 2023
When empathy is part of your business DNA
How the queen of flowers, Hannah Spilva of LVLY fame, built a global success story based on empathy.
14 Jul 2023
Why you need to embrace the contradiction to be a great leader
For entrepreneur and tech expert, Rob Phillpot, the best leaders are the ones that can sit comfortably with the contradiction. Why? Because that’s when the magic happens.
14 Jul 2023
Why you can be direct and empathetic at the same time
Being direct — especially as a business leader or entrepreneur — means you can sit firmly in what you want and expect, and still extend empathy and compassion to the people around you. Find out more from seasoned entrepreneur and tech expert, Rob Phillpot.
11 Jul 2023
If you haven't got authenticity, you're screwed (according to an entrepreneur)
Find out why Rob Phillpot says keeping it real is the difference between a mediocre and a great leader, and who he considers to be the most empathetic leaders – and why.
19 Jun 2023
Albert Kruger, CEO of Mardi Gras' sage advice
Albert says it’s not an overnight fix to get LGBTQIA+ inclusion right. You need to take baby steps to make sure your LGBTQIA+ employees feel happy and safe so they can thrive at work.
19 Jun 2023
LGBTQIA+ inclusion isn't a one size fits all
The CEO of Mardi Gras gives his top tips for developing your LGBTQIA+ inclusion plan. The first one: consult. Listen to find out more.
19 Jun 2023
What's the biggest red flag when it comes to LGBTQIA+ inclusion?
Profit before pride is the #1 warning sign of inauthentic inclusion. Find out how you can avoid it.
8 Jun 2023
Why I hope there's no Mardi Gras in 20 years time: Albert Kruger, CEO Mardi Gras
Albert's vision is that in the next 20 years, there will be no need for Mardi Gras. Why? Because for him, that will signal that we have reached a point of true equality where everyone can just be who they are. Find out more about his sometimes controversial vision and his advice for organisations to take baby steps to create safe and empathetic spaces so everyone can be their authentic selves.
8 May 2023
CEO Virgin Unite - Why empathy starts with the power of listening.
Find out how Archbishop Desmond Tutu taught our latest guest, Jean Oelwang, CEO of Virgin Unite, that empathy is not about control - it's about service.
Plus, discover how compassionate empathy is about more than listening, it's about acting too.
6 Mar 2023
Empathy (and why we have two ears and one mouth)
For global Career and Leadership Coach, Claire Seeber, good leadership is empathy, and without it, you won’t (and can’t) have teams that thrive. Learn why she believes that good leaders have to carve out time to genuinely listen, even over Zoom.
15 Feb 2023
Are empathy and high performance mutually exclusive?
Hear from tech unicorn stalwart turned venture capitalist, David Shein about what he does and says to make sure people love coming to work everyday. And, find out how one word changes the way he connects with his team.
12 Feb 2023
How to become an empathetic leader
Who doesn't love an honest founder who talks openly about their leadership style? Find out how Brent Pearson, founder and CEO of global success story, Enboarder, used a dose of self awareness (and a good sounding board) to teach himself empathy.
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