Why does Empathy Stop at Work? | Kenneth Chang | TEDxEmilyCarrU
We live in a society where many things are driven by numbers and results. When things become competitive, we forget to consider how our actions affect others. It is important to remember that empathy is a crucial factor in human connection. As leaders, it is our responsibility to foster a safe space where people’s feelings matter and feel understood. Kenneth Santos Chang is a graduate of the Singapore Management University where he completed his Masters Degree in Business Management. Having lived in Canada, Singapore, and the Philippines, his passion for philanthropy and self-development led him to work with global brands and non-profit organizations. He has seen first hand the consequences a business faces when empathy isn’t cultivated and authenticity is lost. With the exaggerated emphasis on social media metrics and quantifiable measures, people have lost sight of the emotional and human connection. This pushed him on a mission to bring awareness of this topic in the community. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx