Meet Empathetic Elise

Role: The Heart of Human-Centered Leadership (E in S.T.R.I.D.E.)

Catchphrase: “Lead with empathy. Win with connection.”

Backstory

Elise grew up in a loud, competitive family where listening was optional—but she made it her superpower. She quickly noticed how most arguments weren’t about the issue at all—they were about not feeling heard. That insight shaped her path into human-centered leadership.

After watching multiple startups implode due to culture clashes and poor communication, Elise made it her mission to help entrepreneurs become more emotionally intelligent, better listeners, and stronger team leaders. Her approach? Simple, grounded, and rooted in the belief that empathy isn’t weakness—it’s strategic power.

Education

Psychology major with a focus in Organizational Behavior
Certified in Nonviolent Communication and Emotional Intelligence
Spent two years coaching at a founder wellness retreat center

Core Strengths

Deep listener and reflective communicator
Conflict resolution and trust-building in teams
Emotional resilience and stress navigation
Coaches leaders on empathy without ego
Turns tension into transformation

Favorite Tool

A journal called “The Daily Debrief” where she writes down one emotional win and one missed moment each night.

Daily Ritual

Morning meditation, breathwork, and a voice note to a friend or mentee. It grounds her before leading others.

Exercise & Diet

Gentle strength training, hikes, and dance. Eats intuitively—lots of color, flavor, and nourishment. Big fan of homemade chai.

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