When caring too much starts to cost you clarity.Empathy is one of the greatest strengths a leader can have.But when it turns into over-caring, avoidance, or guilt, it can quietly hold you back.In this episode, I explore why empathetic leaders often struggle most with being direct, how it manifests in everyday conversations, and the small shifts that turn empathy into clarity rather than compromise.You'll learn practical ways to balance compassion with courage, so you can speak your mind without compromising your humanity.

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;When caring too much starts to cost you clarity.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Empathy is one of the greatest strengths a leader can have.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;But when it turns into over-caring, avoidance, or guilt, it can quietly hold you back.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode, I explore why empathetic leaders often struggle most with being direct, how it manifests in everyday conversations, and the small shifts that turn empathy into clarity rather than compromise.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;You'll learn practical ways to balance compassion with courage, so you can speak your mind without compromising your humanity.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

The People Mentor Podcast

Why Empathetic Leaders Often Struggle Most With Directness (And What to Do)

Why Empathetic Leaders Often Struggle Most With Directness (And What to Do)

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