Learn Empathy? But I'm empathetic already!
Who is John Marshall Roberts? And why should I listen to him?
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John is a popular author, acclaimed thought leader, social scientist, and keynote speaker within the global sustainability movement. In October 2010, John was invited by the White House Council of Environmental Quality to speak at the GreenGov Symposium. His recent TEDx speech ('The Global Urgency of Everyday Empathy') has recently been featured in Treehugger.com, Care2.com, and SustainableLifeMedia.com. |
What will I learn in this course? Can't I just buy the book?
How will I benefit? Is this really worth my time?
What are others saying about this course ? Connect with our Community of Social Innovators and Change Agents
This unique educational experience has been designed to incorporate social media to connect you with like-minded change agents that face the same challenges that you do.
Listen to what our community is saying…
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“Empathy is the killer app for great communication in life, business or personal; and this course delivers the ultimate empathy tool kit. You'll be glad you took it” |
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— Kierstin De West CEO / Conscientious Innovation |
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“Great course! This is psychological ammo for people who want to make a positive difference for social change. Worth every minute!” |
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— Andy Mannle Education Director / West Coast Green |
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“There's a moment in our personal lives and our businesses when things click. The unique combination of e-learning and social-change content provided in this platform delivered that click to me. It's the moment where you say "I get it." And then you own it. It's yours. But 'knowing' also comes with responsibility. Now you have to do something with it. The pressure is on.” |
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— John Rooks CEO, The SOAP Group |
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“Advanced Empathy Training was an effective way to expose me to all the different worldviews in a fun and thoroughly engaging way. This online course challenged my preconceptions about why others think and feel the way they do. I am now better prepared to engage and inspire anyone on the message I feel strongly compelled to share.” |
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— Christian Grieco Sustainability Consultant / Optimus One |
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“I've been a fan of John Marshall Roberts' work and thinking since the release of his excellent book -- this online course brings his insights to the next level. I found it to be an engaging and inspiring experience that makes these important concepts easy to comprehend and apply. Highly recommended!” |
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— Catherine Werner Sutainability Director / City of St. Louis |



















