Tactical Empathy
Erin Thorp
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The Tactical Empathy Podcast, hosted by Erin Thorp, Author, Leader, Coach, and Speaker, is your essential guide to unlocking the transformative power of empathy in leadership. Discover how to lead with empathy, engage your team effectively, and set healthy boundaries to create results-focused, people-centered success.
Join Erin as she shares her journey from being told she was 'too emotional' to harnessing her emotions as a superpower. Each episode provides real-world examples of leaders navigating tough decisions, all while embracing empathy.
This show is a game-changer for anyone who influences others, be it in your personal life, your community, or the corporate world. Redefine leadership, harness the strength of your emotions, and embark on a journey to make an impact through empathy.
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S3E103 The Power & Risks of Empathy: When Empathy Becomes Too Much
In part two of this series, Erin explores what happens when empathy becomes too much and begins to impact your ability to lead. She unpacks how over-identifying as an empath and constantly holding…
S3E102 The Power and Risk of Empathy - When Empathy Goes Wrong at Work
In this episode of Tactical Empathy, Erin explores both the power and the risk of empathy in the workplace—what happens when a leadership strength starts to work against us. Through real-world…
S3E101 Building Resilient Teams with Brandon Walker
In this insightful interview, Erin chats with Brandon Walker as he shares his leadership journey, blending military discipline with emotional intelligence. Discover practical practices for…
S3E100 Episode 100: The Real Work
Celebrating the 100th episode of Tactical Empathy, Erin reflects on her journey from engineering to leadership, emphasizing the importance of empathy in tough conversations and team dynamics. This…
S3E99 Just Show Up: Building Compassionate Communities with Yvonne Heath
In this episode, Erin chats with Yvonne as she shares her insights on leadership, empathy, and the importance of addressing grief and addiction within our communities. Drawing from her experiences as…
S3E98 Part 4: Restoring Capacity & Reclaiming Empathy
In the final episode of this 4-part series - Erin explores the importance of rest in restoring capacity and preventing burnout. She shares personal experiences, insights from the book 'Sacred Rest,'…
S3E97 Slowing Down to Lead: Empathy in Action with Jason Donkersgoed
In this conversation, Erin chats with Jason as he shares his leadership journey, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, empathy, and vulnerability in effective leadership. He reflects on…
S3E96 Part 3: Restoring Capacity & Reclaiming Empathy
In part 3 of this 4-part series, Erin discusses the significance of creative expression as a means to reclaim empathy and restore personal capacity. She emphasizes that creative expression is not…
S3E95 Feeling Everything and Leading Well, with Jordan Dellinger
In this conversation, Erin and Jordan Dellinger explore the complexities of empathy, particularly in leadership roles. Jordan shares his journey of writing his book, 'Congratulations, You Feel…
S3E94 Part 2: Restoring Capacity & Reclaiming Empathy
Apple Summary:In part 2 of this 4-part series, Erin discusses the importance of emotional expression in the healing process from burnout. She emphasizes that burnout is not just a result of a busy…
S3E93 From Climbing to Choosing: One Leader’s Journey Through Change with Wendy Fortna
In this conversation, Erin and Wendy discuss Wendy's journey through career transitions, the importance of coaching, and the role of empathy in leadership and parenting. Wendy shares her experiences…
S3E92 Part 1 - Restoring Capacity & Reclaiming Empathy
In this episode, Erin explores the concept of burnout, particularly in relation to empathy. She discusses how burnout is often misunderstood and emphasizes the importance of completing the stress…
S3E91 Empathy Starts Here
In this episode of Tactical Empathy, Erin reflects on her journey of self-understanding and the importance of empathy in leadership. She emphasizes the need for self-reflection and the challenges of…
S3E90 Navigating Empathy and Boundaries
In this final episode of 2025, Erin reflects on the importance of empathy, self-care, and setting boundaries. She discusses her personal struggles with over-empathizing and the resulting feelings of…
S3E89 Flip the Script: A Client Interviews Erin with special guest host Adriana Mercader
In this episode of Tactical Empathy, we flipped the script! A client, Adriana Mercader interviews Erin, exploring the profound impact of empathy in personal and professional relationships. Erin…
S3E88 Empathy in Engineering: From Fixing the Women to Fixing the System
In this episode, Erin explores the themes of leadership and inclusion, particularly for women in traditionally male-dominated fields. Through personal anecdotes and reflections on recent conferences,…
S3E87 Finding Your Unique Voice in Leadership with Jay Floyd
In this conversation, Erin chats with Jay Floyd as he shares his journey as a leader and coach, emphasizing the importance of empathy, self-discovery, and embracing one's uniqueness. He discusses how…
S3E86 You Don’t Have to Do It Alone
In this episode, Erin discusses the concept of overwhelm, reframing it from a personal failure to a signal indicating a lack of resources. She emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and…
S3E85 Culture Starts With Us: Leading with Empathy in Everyday Interactions with Susan Loberg
In this conversation, Erin and Susan explore the significance of empathy in leadership. Susan shares her journey through various leadership roles and emphasizes the importance of seeing employees as…
S3E84 Feel It, Then Lead — Acting Through Discomfort
In this conversation, Erin discusses the importance of identifying and engaging in energizing and high-impact work, which she refers to as 'refueling.' She emphasizes that this work is unique to each…
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Tactical Empathy has published 104 episodes since December 2023, covering topics in Business, Careers.
Tactical Empathy is currently sporadic with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 23m.
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