E24 Empathy in Action: Bringing Compassion to Work

In this episode of The Compassionate Newsroom, Dr. Kortni Alston dives into the transformative power of compassion in the workplace. Dr. Kortni discusses what empathy in action looks like on a day-to-day basis and shares her personal experiences to illustrate the profound impact compassion can have on work culture and personal well-being.

What You'll Learn:

Definition of Compassion in the Workplace: Understanding compassion as an actionable form of empathy and its importance in the professional setting.

Dr. Kortni’s Personal Story: A touching recount of how her colleagues' support during her early widowhood exemplified the power of workplace compassion.

Benefits of a Compassionate Workplace: From increased job satisfaction and loyalty to improved physical health and interpersonal relationships.

Practical Tips: Simple acts of kindness that can foster a compassionate environment at work.

Long-Term Impacts: How a culture of empathy can lead to better employee retention, reduced stress, and a more collaborative atmosphere.

Takeaways

Dr. Kortni Alston Lemon is a happiness scholar and former news director.
The Compassionate Newsroom aims to transform journalism through compassion.
Workplace wellbeing and resilience are crucial for journalists.
Positive psychology can enhance newsroom culture.
Compassion can be a competitive advantage in journalism.
The podcast features inspiring guests from the industry.
Actionable approaches will be shared to improve newsroom dynamics.
A supportive culture is essential for mental health in journalism.
Listeners are encouraged to join the transformative journey.
The goal is to create healthier and happier newsrooms.

Chapters

00:00 Empathy in Action: The Heart of Workplace Compassion
03:26 The Transformative Power of Compassion in Organizations
05:46 Building Resilience Through Empathy and Support
08:35 Celebrating Compassionate Connections in the Workplace
09:52 New Chapter