Empathy in Leadership: Why It’s More Than a Soft Skill
📊 92% of employees say empathy is undervalued in the workplace, yet 76% believe it directly impacts productivity. (Source: Businessolver)
According to the APA, over 59% of workers report negative effects from work-related stress.
Clearly, leaders are missing a critical ingredient.
Join us for this episode of The Bliss Business Podcast with Liesel Mindrebo Mertes, founder of Handle with Care, as we explore how empathy can, and must become central to leadership.
🎙️ Hosted by Stephen Sakach & Mike Liwski
In this conversation, we’ll cover:
How to lead with empathy in moments of disruption and grief
Practical systems that embed care into company culture
The link between purpose-driven leadership and employee loyalty
Why empathy isn’t a liability—it’s your next strategic advantage
Whether you’re an executive, team lead, or HR professional, this episode will challenge how you think about emotional wellness at work.
💬 What’s one way your company shows real care for employees—not just perks, but presence?
