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The Empathy Paradox : Limits of Empathy in Leadership

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HANS  FOGH  LAUSTSEN

Master in the Psychology of Organizations

Pg.  Organizational Anthropology

St. M.Sc. Neuroscience and Behavioural Change  

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The Empathy Paradox -
Limits of Empathy in Leadership

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Empathy is often emphasised as a crucial leadership personality trait.

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Empathy enables leaders to connect deeply with their teams, build trust and foster collaboration. 
 

  • Can there be too much empathy?

  • Can there be too little empathy? 

  • What are the consequences of the wrong dosage? 

  • Can empathy be used as a conscious leadership tool? 

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Unlocking the Power of Conscious Empathy in Leadership

 

Empathy is the key to leadership that drives innovation, engagement, and performance—but most leaders struggle to apply it effectively. Time pressure, cultural norms, and decision-making challenges often limit its use.

 

My research reveals how Business' and leaders can strategically regulate empathy, balancing emotional connection with authority to enhance team trust, collaboration, and psychological safety.

 

By applying Conscious Empathy Training, leaders navigate complex relationships without bias or emotional overload.

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Curious about how to implement this in your organization?

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My approach provides actionable frameworks that turn empathy from a soft skill into a strategic advantage—boosting both leadership impact and business results.

 

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HANS  FOGH  LAUSTSEN

 

Master in the Psychology of Organizations
 

St. M.Sc. Coaching for Behavioural Change (2025)

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