
Empathy Is Not a Weakness
And Other Stories from the Edge
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Narrated by:
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Loren Sanders
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Valerie Alexander
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Stephen Coghill
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By:
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Loren J. Sanders
About this listen
What makes a great leader? Often, it's our worst leaders and toxic leadership behaviors that teach us the most about creating better leadership experiences for others. In this enlightening book, Loren Sanders reveals the seven key practices essential for gaining empathy and motivating others. Companies in which people feel seen, heard, and supported tend to be far more successful than those whose employees are disengaged and constantly under stress.
With honesty and humility, Sanders describes how she came to recognize her own shortcomings as a leader and face hard truths head-on. She takes us on her journey of self-awareness, sharing vital lessons about listening, gaining perspective, and building trust. With real stories of real people who overcame tough situations at work, Sanders shows how leaders can provide positive and meaningful feedback. Each chapter ends with key takeaways that you can try today to enhance your leadership skills and transform your company's culture, whether you're a seasoned leader or new to a management role.
Accomplishing business goals and caring for people are not mutually exclusive. Empathy is one of the best leadership skills and emotional intelligence traits, and great leaders are willing to share their emotions and feelings with others, and allow them to share theirs. When you're a champion for your team, raise them up, believe them, and believe in them, you empower them to perform their best.
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- TC
- 07-15-23
A Must Read for Leaders
This book should be required reading for every leader - new and tenured. Loren did a fantastic job capturing meaningful examples. Her willingness to reveal her own mistakes and growth makes a tremendous impact on this book. As an HR and talent development professional, I felt connected to each story shared and thoroughly appreciated each insight or strategy.
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- J Jacobs
- 06-06-24
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I was going between reading and listening to the book as I am on the go. It's so refreshing to have the writer read in thier voice. This book is authentic and real. Loren J Sanders provides a modern viewpoint that many should hear before preparing for the next level of leadership! This is the difference maker.
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- Nicole Mead
- 07-17-24
applicable for all people leaders
Managers - read chapter 1. If nothing grabs you then you are either not self-aware or you are perfect.
The author does a masterful job weaving incredibly vulnerable stories with easy to follow ways to apply lessons learned. This is not a dry textbook. You'll be a better manager for reading this.
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