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When we think about empathy, we sometimes imagine it as a natural response—something we either have or don’t have in a given moment. However, research in cognitive psychology suggests that our empathic stance is not…
Read MoreHave you ever walked into a room after a leader has spoken and felt the whole team's mood lift—or crash?
Read MoreWhat if our biggest barrier to achieving gender equity isn’t just policy or prejudice but the absence of perspective? Empathy -particularly perspective-taking - is a powerful but underused tool for societal transformation. This insight resonates…
Read MoreIn our last post, we looked at how power and perspective-taking often work in isolation-and why that can create problems. Now, let’s explore what happens when empathy and influence come together.
Read MoreWe talk a lot about empathy at work. And we talk a lot about leadership. But rarely do we talk about how the two need each other-and why separating them can quietly undermine everything we’re…
Read MoreIn part one of our series, we explored the concept of covering and its impact on individuals and organizations. Now, let's dive into how empathy can be a powerful antidote to covering, creating spaces where…
Read MoreHave you ever covered an aspect of your identity at work? You’re not alone. In this two-part series, we'll explore the concept of covering and how empathy can help create more inclusive workplaces.
Read MoreLeadership is not just a title or a position; it's a complex interplay of personality, values, and our impact on those around us. Over the past century, leadership studies have evolved dramatically. We have seen…
Read MoreTo achieve a meaningful ROI in wellbeing initiatives, organisations must go beyond surface-level interventions and cultivate a holistic approach that prioritises social connections, fosters a culture of empathy and understanding, and aligns organisational values with…
Read MoreIn quantum computing, particles can exist in multiple states simultaneously—a phenomenon known as superposition. This intriguing concept has a compelling parallel in the workplace: cognitive flexibility. Just as quantum superposition allows for multiple possibilities at…
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