EMPATHY & SYMPATHY IN THE WORKPLACE

Service Description

CULTIVATING SYMPATHY AND EMPATHY IN THE WORKPLACE ONE OR TWO DAY WORKSHOP / HALF DAYS or can be tailored to your specific business needs In essence, sympathy means feeling pity or sorry for someone else – but not experiencing the emotions as if you were the other person. It is an important aspect of human interaction and can help to develop and improve personal and professional relationships, build trust and support others. Empathy is an active ability to understand and share another person’s feelings. It allows you to see things from someone else’s point of view, understand their perspective and put yourself in their shoes. Empathy supports you understand your co-workers, family and friends on a deeper level. You will be in a better position to effectively lead and inspire others, as well as develop more caring and compassionate relationships. Empathy is a valuable attribute that enhances overall cooperation, respect and understanding. leading to a supportive, and productive working environment. WORKSHOP CONTENT What is Sympathy? What is Empathy? Roman Krznaric empathy model - Cultivating curiosity Challenge prejudices v discovering common ground Walking in another person’s shoes Developing radical listening skills Being vulnerable Creating a supportive workplace culture Aligning to your company vision and mission statement 21st century the age of empathy Cultivating self reflection Benefits of cultivating sympathy and empathy in the workplace