Dr. Judith Orloff, a psychiatrist and bestselling author renowned for her expertise in empathy and intuition, discusses the powerful role empathy plays in negotiations. She debunks the myth that empathy is a weakness, showing how it can be a strategic advantage in leadership and conflict resolution. Listeners learn how to disarm aggression, lead without intimidation, and recognize when empathy can fail. Dr. Orloff offers practical tools for tough conversations, emotional self-protection, and building trust through genuine connections.
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Empathy Enhances Negotiation Power
Empathy means understanding others' perspectives even if you disagree.
It enhances your negotiating power and leadership by adding emotional depth to logic.
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Use Empathy To Lead Strong
Use empathy to balance strength and humanity in business leadership.
Empathy helps prevent burnout and builds sustainable success beyond traditional power plays.
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Adding Empathy Expands Skillset
Adding empathy to your skills expands your ability to connect and understand.
It's not giving up logic but enhancing your approach to get better results.
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Practical Skills for Healing Yourself and Your Relationships
Judith Orloff
In "The Genius of Empathy," Judith Orloff explores the transformative power of empathy in personal and professional life. The book provides practical strategies for cultivating self-empathy and extending compassion to others. Orloff emphasizes the importance of empathy in navigating challenging relationships and fostering understanding in a polarized world. She offers techniques for enhancing communication, resolving conflicts, and building stronger connections. The book is a guide to harnessing the power of empathy for personal growth and positive social impact.
If you think empathy makes you soft, you’ve already lost the negotiation.
In this masterclass, psychiatrist and bestselling author Dr. Judith Orloff dismantles the myth that empathy is a weakness — and reveals how it can become your sharpest strategic edge in business, leadership, and life.
You’ll learn:
Why emotionally detached “logic” leaders burn out — and how to fix it
How to disarm aggression and navigate conflict with strength and clarity
The difference between performing empathy and actually living it
How to lead teams without shame, ego, or bulldozing ideas
When empathy can fail — and how to spot narcissists before they exploit you
Tactical ways to respond when you're out of time, out of patience, or totally disagree
Dr. Orloff shares practical, actionable tools from her book The Genius of Empathy (with a foreword by the Dalai Lama), including strategies for tough conversations, emotional self-protection, and leading with intention — not intimidation.
If you want to be respected, trusted, and heard — this episode is your blueprint.
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