In this conversation, Megan Stanley, the founder and president of Dogma Training, discusses the importance of empathy as a leadership skill. She shares her definition of empathy as taking the time to understand others’ perspectives and experiences. Megan highlights the challenges of practicing empathy, especially during times of stress. She also explores the difference between practicing empathy with pets versus humans. Megan emphasizes the importance of building trust and creating safe spaces for open communication within teams. She shares her personal experiences of using empathy as a leader during challenging times and navigating change. Megan provides practical tips for leaders to take care of themselves and lead with empathy. She concludes by discussing the positive impact of leading with empathy on team retention and culture.

Today on Tactical Empathy:

• Empathy is the ability to understand and consider others’ perspectives and experiences.
• Practicing empathy can be challenging, especially during times of stress.
• Building trust and creating safe spaces for open communication are essential for practicing empathy within teams.
• Taking care of oneself is crucial for leading with empathy.

Connect with Megan:

• Website: www.dogmatraining.com
• Instagram: @dogmatraining
• Facebook: @dogmatraining
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqueline-fisch-writer
• Tik Tok: @dogmatraining

Connect with Erin:

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