The Cognitive Science Behind High-Performing Team Empathy
Empathy isn’t emotional—it’s a cognitive skill that cuts through conflict. After 20 years of research, here’s what actually works in tense conversations and why teams perform better.
Empathy isn’t emotional—it’s a cognitive skill that cuts through conflict. After 20 years of research, here’s what actually works in tense conversations and why teams perform better.
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