About this episode
Kallie and Kim discuss the importance of compassion in the workplace with empathy expert Heather Younger.
Compassion doesn’t usually show up in employee handbooks—but it should. In this episode, Kallie and Kim talk with Heather Younger—TEDx speaker, author, and workplace empathy expert—about how small moments of awareness + action can create powerful connection and powerful teams. Learn how to:- Pause and listen beyond the words- Use micro-moments to make others feel seen and valued- Discern when and how to be vulnerable with your team- Put people in positions of strength where they’re motivated, supported, and empowered
People in this episode
Hosts: Kallie Knop, Kim Spikes
Guest: Heather Younger
Topics covered
- compassion
- workplace empathy
- team building
- vulnerability
- employee engagement
Keywords
- compassion
- workplace
- empathy
- team connection
- vulnerability
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: TEDx
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