The Empathy Edge
Failed product launches. Furious customers. Dysfunctional teams. Many of the problems we face in the business world (and frankly, society) stem from the same root cause: Lack of empathy.
Speaker, author, strategist, and empathy advocate Maria Ross shares keen insights and inspiring interviews that prove empathy and compassion are the new paths to market-winning performance. Leveraging both inspiring stories and hard data, Ross connects empathetic leadership, cultures and brands to innovation, engagement, and bottom-line results. You’ll walk away with actionable strategies to amplify your impact, and learn how compassionate business tactics can transform your organization from the inside out.
The Empathy Edge podcast provides a quick dose of motivation, wisdom, and practical actions that executive leaders, entrepreneurs and changemakers can use right now. Ready to infuse YOUR organization with more empathy? Tune in to learn why cash flow, creativity, and compassion are not mutually exclusive.

🎧 Podcast episodes
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Sarah R. Moore: It’s Possible to Parent AND Lead without Punishment- the Brain Science Behind It

Aransas Savas: Forget Journey Mapping: Define a More Valuable Customer Experience



Dr. Michelle Zhou: Empathic AI is Real and It's Here - But We Need Everyone Involved!

Dr. Rebecca Eldredge: Helping Leaders Manage Burnout, Overwhelm, and Compassion Fatigue














Deconstructing Ted Lasso's Lessons on Leadership, Empathy, and Connection with Elisa Camahort Page








Andrea Feigl: The Business Case for Private/Public Health Investment Partnerships






Cynthia Owyoung: Diversity and Inclusion Deliver Real Results. But Have We Made Progress?



Daina Middleton: How to Do Layoffs with Humanity, Inclusion, and Compassion


Tiffany Dufu: Elevating Women Through Support, Connection, and Accountability



Rhonda George-Denniston: Why Betting on Your People Leads to Market Domination



Gianna Driver: The Link Between Diversity, Inclusivity, and Performance

Denise Roberson: Mistakes Leaders and Boards Make When Thinking About Purpose

