Maria Ross is a California-based contributor who writes about empathetic leadership and workplace culture. She is a speaker, strategist and the founder of Red Slice, which advises forward-thinking organizations on leveraging empathy to engage and connect with the people who matter most. Ross has authored multiple books, including her most recent, The Empathy Dilemma: How Successful Leaders Balance Performance, People, and Personal Boundaries, and hosts The Empathy Edge podcast. A TEDx speaker, she delivers keynotes, leadership trainings and workshops around the world. Follow Ross for continued coverage of the new world of work, human-centered leadership, emotional intelligence and engaging cultures and brands that win with empathy.