Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Empathy is a big, complicated word that has different meanings in various settings. In your personal life, empathy means being open and ...

Most Americans believe empathy is foundational to a healthy society. But are we willing to do the hard work empathy requires?

Empathy is a strategic capability that has a direct impact on decision-making quality, trust, retention and organizational resilience.

Empathy is one of human beings’ highest qualities. Empathy is the root of most of the behaviour that we associate with “goodness.” It’s the root of compassion and altruism, self-sacrifice and charity.

In an increasingly complex world, judgment and disappointment often become default responses to others’ actions and decisions. Yet developing empathy—the ability to understand and share others’ ...

Empathy matters. That’s the takeaway of a growing body of evidence from research on industries ranging from airlines to technology. Looking at issues from another point of view improves everything ...

Wendy Fong, founder of Chief Gigs and talent expert, helps clients achieve optimum performance and thrive in a dynamic and diverse world. Do you have an overused strength? Mine is competing, 100%. No, ...

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Nonprofit organization A Touch of Understanding is teaching empathy and inclusion to Northern California students through hands-on workshops about disabilities. IMPACT WITH A TOUCH OF UNDERSTANDING.