Tactical Empathy

By 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.


Episode Date
The Power & Risks of Empathy: When Empathy Becomes Too Much
Apr 01, 2026
The Power and Risk of Empathy - When Empathy Goes Wrong at Work
Mar 25, 2026
Building Resilient Teams with Brandon Walker
Mar 18, 2026
Episode 100: The Real Work
Mar 11, 2026
Just Show Up: Building Compassionate Communities with Yvonne Heath
Mar 04, 2026
Part 4: Restoring Capacity & Reclaiming Empathy
Feb 25, 2026
Slowing Down to Lead: Empathy in Action with Jason Donkersgoed
Feb 18, 2026
Part 3: Restoring Capacity & Reclaiming Empathy
Feb 11, 2026
Feeling Everything and Leading Well, with Jordan Dellinger
Feb 04, 2026
Part 2: Restoring Capacity & Reclaiming Empathy
Jan 28, 2026
From Climbing to Choosing: One Leader’s Journey Through Change with Wendy Fortna
Jan 21, 2026
Part 1 - Restoring Capacity & Reclaiming Empathy
Jan 14, 2026
Empathy Starts Here
Jan 07, 2026
Navigating Empathy and Boundaries
Dec 17, 2025
Flip the Script: A Client Interviews Erin with special guest host Adriana Mercader
Dec 10, 2025
Empathy in Engineering: From Fixing the Women to Fixing the System
Dec 03, 2025
Finding Your Unique Voice in Leadership with Jay Floyd
Nov 26, 2025
You Don’t Have to Do It Alone
Nov 19, 2025
Culture Starts With Us: Leading with Empathy in Everyday Interactions with Susan Loberg
Nov 12, 2025
Feel It, Then Lead — Acting Through Discomfort
Nov 05, 2025
Grounded Empathy in Times of Transition w/ Candice Van Dertholen
Oct 29, 2025
Supported & Uncomfortable: Post‑Retreat Reflections
Oct 22, 2025
Breakthrough to Better Empathy: A Journey with Joni Goodman
Oct 15, 2025
Running on Empty Isn’t Leadership
Oct 08, 2025
The Impact of Hormones on Performance with Kathy Tissington
Oct 01, 2025
When You Change, Everything Changes: Navigating the Human Side of Change
Sep 24, 2025
From Concrete to Compassion: Matthew Stafford's Transformation
Sep 17, 2025
When Guilt Knocks: How Empathy Can Transform Shame
Sep 10, 2025
Grief Series, Part 3: Showing Up with Compassion with Christine & Kristen
Jul 30, 2025
Grief Series, Part 2: Showing Up in the Hard with Kristen Snead
Jul 23, 2025
Grief Series, Part 1: Returning to Work After Loss with Christine Mack-Granger
Jul 16, 2025
Empowering Women in Construction Leadership with Andrea Janzen
Jul 07, 2025
Transforming Organizations Through Understanding with Marvin Dejean
Jul 02, 2025
Empathy & the Unknown: Leading Through Disruption
Jun 25, 2025
From Corporate to Compassion: Genevieve's Journey
Jun 18, 2025
Building Empathy from the Inside Out: One Team’s Journey
Jun 11, 2025
New Podcast Episode: Empathy in Leadership: A Deep Dive with Barbara Boselli
Jun 04, 2025
Bridging the Gap with Empathy: A Conversation with Lucy & Mad
May 28, 2025
Edge of Empathy Part 2
May 21, 2025
Edge of Empathy Part 1
May 14, 2025
Justin McMenamy on Navigating Leadership Challenges with Empathy
May 07, 2025
The Power of Self-Awareness and Empathy with Valeria Rusnak
Apr 30, 2025
Empathy: The Key to Human Connection with Karl Pontau
Apr 23, 2025
Empathy and Feedback: Saying the Hard Things with Heart
Apr 16, 2025
The Bridge of Courage: Empathy in Leadership with Henning Bech
Apr 09, 2025
Navigating Return to Office Mandates w/ Empathy
Apr 02, 2025
Navigating Emotions: The Heart of Leadership with Marisol Solarte-Erlacher
Mar 26, 2025
Empathy in Times of Organizational Change
Mar 19, 2025
Empathy in Politics: A Leader's Perspective with Janelle Sandboe
Mar 12, 2025
Empathy Across Generations – Building the Skills We Need
Mar 05, 2025
Empathy as Tool: Navigating Tough Situations at Work and in Life
Feb 26, 2025
Empathy in Captivity: Jessica Buchanan’s Story of Survival & Transformation
Feb 19, 2025
Building Empathy Skills for Leaders with Alexa Chilcutt
Feb 12, 2025
Reflections from My Last Two Weeks
Feb 05, 2025
Unlocking Leadership Potential: Tactical Empathy with Megan Billnoske
Jan 29, 2025
How Fiction Shapes Empathy – The Power of Storytelling
Jan 22, 2025
Empathy, Storytelling, and Leadership: A Conversation with Gayathri Shukla
Jan 15, 2025
Using Empathy to Propel Your 2025 Goals
Jan 08, 2025
Empathy Over Eggnog: Navigating Holiday Dynamics with Grace
Dec 18, 2024
Empathy in Leadership: Navigating Remote Work Challenges with Matthew Elliott
Dec 11, 2024
Empathy with Boundaries: Overcoming Burnout and Fatigue
Dec 04, 2024
Empathy: The Heart of Leadership with Tracy Litt
Nov 27, 2024
The Power of Self-Awareness in Leadership with Reg Malhotra
Nov 20, 2024
Building Trust Through Empathy with Jackie Kyriacou-Herman
Nov 13, 2024
Mini Series Part 3: Stepping into Their Shoes: Visualizing Empathy
Nov 06, 2024
Mini Series Part 2: Empathy Journaling and Reflective Practices
Oct 30, 2024
Mini Series Part 1: Asking Powerful, Empathy-Provoking Questions
Oct 23, 2024
Building Trust and Navigating Stress: Empathy in Leadership with Andrew Ronchetto
Oct 16, 2024
Empathy: A Tool, Not a Crutch
Oct 09, 2024
Leading with Empathy: Overcoming Challenges as a Leader with Aaron Moncur
Oct 02, 2024
Self Compassion is NOT Simple
Sep 25, 2024
The Power of Empathy: Transforming Leadership and Wellness with Amanda Lemmage
Sep 18, 2024
The Power of Active Listening with Chris Stasiuk
Sep 11, 2024
Fulfilling the Three Psychological Needs for Motivation
Sep 04, 2024
Balancing Empathy and Boundaries: Part 2
Jul 31, 2024
Balancing Empathy and Boundaries: Part 1
Jul 24, 2024
Cultivating Empathy in Leadership: Insights from Dan Underwood
Jul 17, 2024
Overcoming Loneliness: Richard Lee-Thai’s Journey to Becoming Connection Consultant
Jul 10, 2024
From Excitement to Mastery: Leading with Empathy at Every Stage (Part 2)
Jul 03, 2024
From Excitement to Mastery: Leading with Empathy at Every Stage (Part 1)
Jun 26, 2024
Diversity and Empathy: Building Stronger Teams with Michael Lopez
Jun 19, 2024
Empathy in Action: What Else Might Be Going On Here?
Jun 12, 2024
Empathy in Action: The Art of Active Listening with Deb Porter
Jun 05, 2024
Empathy in Action: Reframing Negativity
May 29, 2024
Empathy Redefined: Tara Paton's Leadership Journey
May 22, 2024
Empathy Tactics: The Power of Presence
May 15, 2024
Breaking the Blame Game: Empathy in Leadership with Julia O’Grady
May 08, 2024
The Name Game: Empathy in Action
May 01, 2024
Embracing Empathy: Understanding emotions during change with Kelly Beattie
Apr 24, 2024
Self-Care Strategies for Leaders: Balancing Wellness and Work
Apr 17, 2024
The Empathetic Leader: Steven Adjei's Insights on Compassionate Leadership
Apr 10, 2024
From Peer to Manager: Mastering Empathetic Leadership Transitions using Empathy with Erica Zygelman
Mar 20, 2024
Empathy Unleashed: Megan Stanley's Insights to Leading with Understanding
Mar 13, 2024
Self Empathy Explored: Answering Today’s Listener Question
Mar 06, 2024
Exploring Empathic Writing with Jacqueline Fisch
Feb 28, 2024
Beyond the Golden Rule: Tactical Empathy Insights
Feb 21, 2024
Cultivating Connection: Ryan Englin's Approach to Empathy in Talent Attraction
Feb 14, 2024
Fix Less, Connect More: Navigating Leadership with Tactical Empathy Insights
Feb 07, 2024
Empathy in Construction Leadership with Matt Ohley
Jan 31, 2024
Navigating Change: The Role of Self-Empathy
Jan 24, 2024
Empathy Tools: Exploring Leadership and Breathwork with Ashlee Livingstone
Jan 17, 2024
You're Not Broken
Jan 03, 2024
Speak So They Listen: Empathy Tactics
Jan 03, 2024
Tactical Empathy - The Trailer
Dec 15, 2023