Empathy in Leadership: Why It’s More Than a Soft Skill
📊 92% of employees say empathy is undervalued in the workplace, yet 76% believe it directly impacts productivity. (Source: Businessolver)
According to the APA, over 59% of workers report negative effects from work-related stress.
Clearly, leaders are missing a critical ingredient.
Join us for this episode of The Bliss Business Podcast with Liesel Mindrebo Mertes , founder of Handle with Care, as we explore how empathy can, and must become central to leadership.
🎙️ Hosted by Stephen Sakach & Mike Liwski
In this conversation, we’ll cover:
How to lead with empathy in moments of disruption and grief
Practical systems that embed care into company culture
The link between purpose-driven leadership and employee loyalty
Why empathy isn’t a liability—it’s your next strategic advantage
Whether you’re an executive, team lead, or HR professional, this episode will challenge how you think about emotional wellness at work.
💬 What’s one way your company shows real care for employees—not just perks, but presence?