In this podcast episode, Natasha speaks with Dr Nicole Price author of the book "Spark the Heart: Engineering Empathy in the Workplace which made Forbes' book hit list. Dr. Price is also a renowned keynote speaker and the CEO of Lively Paradox. She shares her invaluable insights on why empathy is often overlooked in leadership and how this oversight can drastically affect organizational culture and effectiveness. Natasha and Dr Price also discussed the transformative power of empathetic leadership, practical steps leaders can take to foster an empathetic workplace, and the significant impact empathy has on diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.
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Episode Highlights
00:00 - Introduction
00:55 - Nicole's Journey to Embracing Empathy
03:10 - Transforming Workplaces Through Empathy
05:36 - Empathy's Role in DEI Efforts
08:30 - Overcoming Challenges in Fostering Empathy
12:10 - Gender Bias and Emotional Intelligence in Leadership
16:02 - Practical Steps to Build Empathy
19:18 - Misconceptions and the True Role of Empathy
24:39 - Final Thoughts and Advice for DEI Advocates
