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Empathatic Leaders have a 50% Higher Rate of

Engagement, Innovation, and Inclusivity

Leaders who are able to demonstrate empathy in leadership have a 50% higher rate of engagement, innovation, and feelings of inclusion among their teams.

Wondering how to manage the emotions of your team?

Empathy can be learned

No one told you how difficult it was going to be managing all of the personalities and emotions of the team. WOW, people are really messy!

People don't work for companies. They work for LEADERS.

Empathy is the glue that holds us together

Empathy builds teams because teams are comprised of people and people need to feel connected.

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Relatable, Relevant and Impactful

We were lucky enough to engage Erin to speak about Empathic Leadership at our 2020 IWD Event. Erin’s passion for Empathy and Leadership was infectious, and that, combined with her authenticity, made her message relatable, relevant and impactful. We all left the session inspired and wanted more, leading to a return engagement to follow up on tips and tricks to add empathy into the workplace. Given the global events that soon after unfolded, the timing and message of her speech resonated even more with the audience and helped us all put empathy into practice at work and home as the pandemic took hold of the world.

Trisha Gibson

SVP, Strategy & Business Development, AltaGas Ltd

Warm, Personable and Genuine

Erin is a great speaker and we are lucky to have her involved in the Engineering Leadership Program & at our Leadership Conferences for the past 3 years. Erin is one of our go-to speakers for leadership development workshops for our engineering students. She designs her workshops with intentionality and precision and communicates very clearly, whether she is speaking in-person or on Zoom. She has an engaging way of delivering content that really captivates the audience– she is warm, personable, genuine, and addresses every question with care and curiosity. She can quickly build the rapport needed to engage students in vulnerable discussions related to leadership, empathy, and difficult conversations. She has a sincere presence and clearly leaves a positive impression & impact on our students! I am happy to recommend Erin Thorp as a speaker and facilitator.” 

Catherine Cervantes

MEd, Specialist, Engineering Leadership, Schulich School of Engineering, University of Calgary

Whatever’s going on in your team or in your company…

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    Needing Inspiration

    You’re tired of team-building events, but your team needs a shot of inspiration and fresh thinking.

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    Tough Conversations

    You’re baffled on how to tackle tough conversations — underperforming team members, returning to the office, and sharing opinions and ideas with your team.

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    The topic of "Empathy at Work" is intimidating

    You’re reading about “empathy at work” on LinkedIn and in leadership articles but you’re worried about how unproductive it’ll be when everyone’s a walking emotional mess.

    Some potential topics we can cover: 

    Inside Out Empathy

    Building Better Teams in a Hybrid Workplace

    Burnout-Proof Your Life

    Creating Authentic Success in the Great Resignation Age

    Burnout-Proof Your Life

    Are you wondering where to start when it comes to Leading with Empathy? 

    You’ve come to the right place. 

    Below are a few of the topics I talk to leaders, teams and organizations about.  

    Inside Out Empathy

    Keynote |  45 minute Lunch & Learn |  2, 4, or 8-hour workshop | Team Training

    We see empathy on the list of almost every workplace’s values, yet it’s the competitive edge most executives ignore. While many leaders are trying to fix, blame or minimize, the ones embracing empathy as their superpower are enjoying stronger connections with their colleagues — emotionally, cognitively, and behaviorally.

    This session is great for those recently promoted to a leadership position or who have been in the seat for many years. Get the tools you need to start doing empathy right away.

    What to expect:

    • Discover what empathy is and is not
    • Learn the top 5 empathy skills for success
    • What to do when empathy goes sideways 
    • An empathy toolkit for immediate implementation

    *This session is based on Erin’s book by the same name, Inside Out Empathy, which debuted as an Amazon #1 best seller in 2017.

      Building Better Teams in a Hybrid Workplace

      Keynote |  45 minute Lunch & Learn 

      For the first time, many industries are making the hybrid workplace work. If your teams experience challenges while working remotely, on a job site, or in the office, a hybrid situation will only turn up the volume on those issues. 

      Whether your team is face-to-face or in a Zoom room, empathy is the secret weapon that will bridge the gap between workforce experience and cultures. Your teams can deliver results and build meaningful relationships. 

      Build your better team and learn:

      • What an inclusive and diverse group really looks like
      • The role empathic leadership plays in building trust and increasing inclusion
      • Doable ways to start practicing empathic leadership today

      Tackling Tough Conversations with Confidence

      Keynote |  45 minute Lunch & Learn |  2, 4, or 8-hour workshop | Team Training

      Conversations about missed deadlines, quality of work, misunderstandings, expectations, and feedback can feel awkward and uncomfortable. Worse, many leaders avoid them altogether, leaving much unsaid, doing more harm than good, and costing companies millions in lost production, turnover, and disengagement.

       Are you a leader who uses email or text instead of phone or face-to-face communication for tough conversations? You know, the ones where there might be conflict or tough news to deliver — and you’re finding it’s not effective? Messages are misinterpreted, blown out of proportion, feelings get hurt, and relationships are damaged. 

      Step out from behind the screen and learn:

      • How to not only get through but feel confident in every challenging conversation
      • The top 3 secrets to preparing for any difficult situation
      • The art and science of giving and receiving meaningful feedback

        Creating Authentic Success in the Great Resignation Age

        Keynote |  45 minute Lunch & Learn |  2, 4, or 8-hour workshop | Team Training

        It’s not that your people dislike working — it’s that they want meaningful work and growth. Your people have ambition for more than just a paycheck. 

        Authentic success is totally possible when we know ourselves well enough to be brave and show up as our real selves instead of adjusting to fit in. As leaders, it’s important to create an inclusive environment where people feel seen and accepted. 

        Create a workplace with meaning and discover:

        • How to listen to your inner knowing
        • What that discomfort in the pit of your stomach might be trying to tell you
        • Why success looks different to everyon

        Burnout-Proof Your Life

        Keynote |  45 minute Lunch & Learn |  2, 4, or 8-hour workshop | Team Training

        The hybrid workplace has its benefits. On the flip side, one of the biggest downsides is working all the time. It’s hard to disconnect from work when the lines of family and work are blurry. 

        Success and ambition are fantastic fuel sources for getting ahead — but at what cost? Busyness is often celebrated, and the price we pay is burnout. Today it’s entirely within our control to make meaningful contributions without forfeiting our health, our family, or our hobbies. Let Erin show you how!  

        Learn how to be a high performer while:

        • Getting ahead of burnout and stopping it before it starts
        • Recognizing the early warning signs of burnout
        • Setting and enforcing boundaries for individual success

         

         Guest Podcasts Appearances

        Spotify Playlist of Erin’s guest appearances.

        Being an Engineer

        In this episode, we got real about leading engineering teams with empathy. I delved into my career journey, tackled some tough questions, and we all had those lightbulb moments. If you’re into leadership and tech, this one’s for you!

        Imperfect Creatrix

        This episode is all about getting down to the nitty-gritty of emotions and empathy, especially how they intertwine with the journey of motherhood and life at large.

        Imperfect Creatrix

        This episode is all about getting down to the nitty-gritty of emotions and empathy, especially how they intertwine with the journey of motherhood and life at large.

        Wellness& Wanderlust

        This episode delves into the pivotal role empathy plays in communication and leadership styles. Erin explains the significance of emotional intelligence in leadership development and imparts actionable insights on enhancing our empathy quotient. The conversation encompasses strategies for navigating challenging discussions, addressing conflicts with superiors, and effectively leading with empathy while maintaining boundaries.

        Emotionally Uncomfortable

        In this episode we unveil the link between parenting skills and a boost in leadership smarts across life’s diverse arenas, embracing those potentially awkward workplace conversations and preparing for resistance. We delve into personal experiences navigating the intricacies of the male and female brain, championing a leadership style rooted in compassion.

        Emotionally Uncomfortable

        In this episode we unveil the link between parenting skills and a boost in leadership smarts across life’s diverse arenas, embracing those potentially awkward workplace conversations and preparing for resistance. We delve into personal experiences navigating the intricacies of the male and female brain, championing a leadership style rooted in compassion.

        Teach the Geek

        This episode is about Erin’s start in engineering, the motivation to write her book, and the ways in which empathy matters in the technical fields.

        The Aligned Entrepreneur

        In this episode Erin shared her valuable insights stemming from her experience navigating a male-dominated industry as a woman and mother, ultimately inspiring her to establish her own venture dedicated to imparting empathetic leadership skills. Throughout our discussion, she provided strategic advice on navigating difficult conversations, fostering robust team dynamics, utilizing emotions as a navigational tool, and discerning between sympathy and empathy to cultivate emotional understanding and a sense of safety within professional environments.

        The Aligned Entrepreneur

        In this episode Erin shared her valuable insights stemming from her experience navigating a male-dominated industry as a woman and mother, ultimately inspiring her to establish her own venture dedicated to imparting empathetic leadership skills. Throughout our discussion, she provided strategic advice on navigating difficult conversations, fostering robust team dynamics, utilizing emotions as a navigational tool, and discerning between sympathy and empathy to cultivate emotional understanding and a sense of safety within professional environments.

        People First, Then Construction

        In this episode, Erin unfolds her personal journey, transitioning from a problem-solving engineer navigating interpersonal challenges to embracing a transformative approach—placing empathy at the core of addressing every problem and connecting with each individual.

        What is Leadership Podcast

        This episode explores Erin’s leadership journey began by caring for her younger siblings in a challenging family setting. Later, she faced the unique challenge of building a career in construction engineering as a woman navigating emotional dynamics. Despite feedback urging her to be less emotional, Erin’s deep dive into emotional development led to the creation of ‘Inside-Out Empathy.’ Today, she empowers leaders in traditionally masculine, problem-solving corporate environments, illustrating the transformative impact of empathy on leadership effectiveness and team dynamics.

        What is Leadership Podcast

        This episode explores Erin’s leadership journey began by caring for her younger siblings in a challenging family setting. Later, she faced the unique challenge of building a career in construction engineering as a woman navigating emotional dynamics. Despite feedback urging her to be less emotional, Erin’s deep dive into emotional development led to the creation of ‘Inside-Out Empathy.’ Today, she empowers leaders in traditionally masculine, problem-solving corporate environments, illustrating the transformative impact of empathy on leadership effectiveness and team dynamics.

        The Construction Genius

        In this episode, we delve into the pivotal role of empathy and emotional intelligence within the construction industry. Erin shares her valuable insights into how leaders can skillfully comprehend and nurture the emotions of their team. Our conversation also explores the workplace dynamics between men and women, emphasizing the reciprocal learning and valuable contributions that each gender brings to the professional sphere.

        Redefining Anger

        In this episode, Erin shared transformative insights. From seeking counseling as a teen, shaping her approach to mental health and difficult conversations, to highlighting the profound impact our interactions have on others. Erin delved into empathy, clarifying its nuances, emphasizing that emotions are neutral signals. We explored moving beyond solving others’ feelings, understanding the link between joy and discomfort, and the fundamental human capacity to feel. Erin also provided practical advice on navigating emotions without succumbing to shame.

        Redefining Anger

        In this episode, Erin shared transformative insights. From seeking counseling as a teen, shaping her approach to mental health and difficult conversations, to highlighting the profound impact our interactions have on others. Erin delved into empathy, clarifying its nuances, emphasizing that emotions are neutral signals. We explored moving beyond solving others’ feelings, understanding the link between joy and discomfort, and the fundamental human capacity to feel. Erin also provided practical advice on navigating emotions without succumbing to shame.

        The Engineering Career Coach

        This episode is about how in construction, women often confront the stereotype of being “too emotional,” but embracing emotions as a human strength can enhance workplace dynamics. Managing emotions through empathy is key for positive interactions. Confidence in difficult conversations comes from practice, self-awareness, and emotional intelligence. Clear communication, stating intentions upfront, minimizes misunderstandings in feedback. Engineering teams thrive with a balance of logic and emotion, addressing technical and interpersonal challenges. Daily practices like check-ins and disconnecting from technology support ongoing mental and emotional intelligence, fostering a healthier work environment.

        The Thoughtful Entrepreneur

        In this episode, we explore the pivotal role of empathy in leadership with Erin Thorp, a keynote speaker, writer, and coach specializing in high-stress industries. Erin, drawing from her 20-year experience in male-dominated engineering and construction, founded ELF Solutions to address the lack of emotional skills in technical leaders. The company focuses on leadership development through training, coaching, and facilitation, emphasizing the importance of “power skills” or soft skills. Erin’s book, “Inside Out Empathy,” delves into using empathy to foster effective teams, bridging her career insights with her experiences as a mother. Throughout the conversation, Erin highlights the significance of understanding and acknowledging one’s own emotions, a key aspect of building empathetic and impactful leadership.

        The Thoughtful Entrepreneur

        In this episode, we explore the pivotal role of empathy in leadership with Erin Thorp, a keynote speaker, writer, and coach specializing in high-stress industries. Erin, drawing from her 20-year experience in male-dominated engineering and construction, founded ELF Solutions to address the lack of emotional skills in technical leaders. The company focuses on leadership development through training, coaching, and facilitation, emphasizing the importance of “power skills” or soft skills. Erin’s book, “Inside Out Empathy,” delves into using empathy to foster effective teams, bridging her career insights with her experiences as a mother. Throughout the conversation, Erin highlights the significance of understanding and acknowledging one’s own emotions, a key aspect of building empathetic and impactful leadership.

        The VOW Podcast

        This episode is about how Erin’s life underwent a significant shift when her daughter was diagnosed with a severe learning disability and ADHD. With two decades in the male-dominated engineering and construction sectors, Erin opted for a career hiatus. This break allowed her to leverage her empathetic superpower, steering her daughter toward success and coaching numerous others on empathy and compassion. In our conversation, Erin shares how her daughter’s learning challenges reshaped the course of her life.

        The Construction Leadership Podcast

        In this episode, the delve into her history, covering her childhood in rural Canada and the Alaskan Bush, her time in the construction industry, and her shift into coaching and leadership training. Erin underscores the significance of empathy in leadership, especially within the construction sector, highlighting the necessity for leaders to evolve and embrace greater empathy.

        The Construction Leadership Podcast

        In this episode, the delve into her history, covering her childhood in rural Canada and the Alaskan Bush, her time in the construction industry, and her shift into coaching and leadership training. Erin underscores the significance of empathy in leadership, especially within the construction sector, highlighting the necessity for leaders to evolve and embrace greater empathy.

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        Interested and have some questions?

        There are currently five generations in our workforce from various socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds working together towards common goals. To build high-performance teams, ones that leverage diversity and foster a sense of belonging, we need to embrace our least-talked-about superpower — empathy. 

        As an engineer turned speaker, Erin gets it. She brings jam-packed sessions with actionable strategies, hilarious stories, and relatable anecdotes to come back to long after the discussion ends.

        The topics above are starting points, and every talk is fully customizable for your audience.

        Book a call using the link below and let’s talk! 

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