In this conversation, Erin interviews Michael Lopez who shares his leadership journey, emphasizing the influence of team sports, military experience, and consulting. He discusses the importance of empathy in leadership and provides practical techniques for developing empathy skills. The conversation delves into the significance of self-empathy and the impact of diversity in team dynamics.

Today on Tactical Empathy:

• Leadership is influenced by experiences in team sports, military, and consulting.
• Empathy is a crucial skill in leadership, involving self-awareness and understanding others.
• Self-empathy is essential for personal growth and effective leadership.
• Diversity in team composition contributes to a more empathetic and innovative work environment.

Connect with Michael:

• Website: www.michaeljlopez.coach
• Instagram: @michaeljlopez9
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-j-lopez9/

Connect with Erin:

• Instagram: @elthorp 
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-thorp-speaker/
• Website: www.erinthorp.ca 
• Inside Out Empathy: www.erinthorp.ca/insideout
• Freebie: 5 Practices to Build Empathy Skills

This show was produced by ELF Solutions Inc.