Put Theory Into ActionThe practice of empathy becomes personal, 
because it is personal.

At Empathy Uprise, we believe that empathy is a sign of strength.

With over three decades of experience in the workplace and travel to over twenty countries, we are empathy experts who steadfastly believe that regardless of our place in life, we all deserve dignity and acceptance for being who and what we are.

This acceptance is lived through our mission to shift humanity from “me” to “we.”

We all possess empathy, but possession and practice are two different concepts.

When empathy is present, the dark parts of our lives and communities become illuminated, and our relationships with one another solidify through greater compassion and less hate.

While empathy is a right fit for anyone willing to listen to learn, we view our places of work as a fertile ground for empathy to rise.

Since the strength of spirit is a crucial element to every success, empathy puts leaders at the forefront of innovation. When we listen to learn, we are better prepared to respond to ever-changing needs in business.

Lead with Empathy

Self-respect encourages us to work harder and smarter.

When we lead with empathy, we lay the foundations of trust required for lasting relationships that instill loyalty, pride, and, most importantly, self-respect. The benefits of dignity through empathy include:

Decreased absences
Increased productivity
Steadfast engagement
Workforce retention

How do we bring this to your organization?

Sessions

There are many empathy theorists, but they are not empathy activists.

Empathy Uprise differentiates itself by calling upon humanity to bridge the distance between "me" and "we" through greater compassion and less hate.

We have spent many years researching empathy through the lens of both real-world experience and scholarship. Our learnings reveal that we reimagine the importance of a conscious connection to self and others when we put empathy into practice.

Our seminar, EU Sessions, includes insightful discussion and breakout sessions that correspond to behaviors required to put the theory of empathy into action:

Curiosity
Vulnerability
Compassion
Altruism

Since we are all leaders, we encourage broad employee engagement that benefits organizations by bringing your most junior to senior team members together with the same endpoint in mind = integrity.

While we can tailor it to fit any business need, we strongly recommend that all employees participate to ensure overall team member satisfaction and mission/goal alignment.

Are you ready to put theory into action?

Let’s connect to discuss hosting an empathy seminar or training at your organization

Testimonials

“Alicia has a way with her audience. She wins them over with her professional demeanor, her engaging personality, and most importantly, her substantive message. Empathy is growing rapidly as a main staple in society; learn your part in this burgeoning movement with Empathy Uprise."

— MBA, Nonprofit Executive

“If, as recent research indicates, Empathy is a key ingredient in leadership today, then Alicia Kae Miller is a key ingredient in bringing that home to CEOs and other Key Leaders. A tour de force demonstration of Empathy vs. a lecture about the subject, Alicia is engaging and interactive, both challenging members and taking their challenges. You would be wise to consider Alicia for your organization’s journey while you can still book her.”

— Chuck Alvey, Chair - Reno, NV, Vistage Worldwide, Inc.

“Alicia’s subject of Empathy in Leadership is unusual and really needed. She really models empathy in a powerful and passionate way in her delivery.”

— Martin Flack, Chair - Redding, CA, Vistage Worldwide, Inc.

“Alicia Kae Miller is the full embodiment of authentic empathy. Her compassion, positivity and desire to help humanity benefit every person she touches. With Alicia at the helm, Empathy Uprise is bound to make a huge impact on the lives of individuals and communities.”

— Sandra Shpilberg, Entrepreneur and Author

“I met Alicia in class at Dominican University of California. Right away I was struck by her empathetic nature. At times it seemed students spoke up mainly to hear themselves talk. In contrast, Alicia seemed as interested in asking questions. It was clear she wanted to enter into a dialogue. Even now, whenever I speak with Alicia, I feel listened to. In my field of environmental restoration, I’m often asked to bridge opposing points of view. That can’t be done without empathy, and yet I find many colleagues lack that trait. This is why the mission of Alicia’s organization makes sense to me. If anyone can succeed at shifting humanity from “me” towards “we” she can.”

— Dave Seter, Civil Engineer and Poet

“Alicia and I have interacted on numerous occasions as we both pursue to become better leaders in the world in which we live. Of most importance, Alicia has taught me most about empathy. As a caring soul, she pointed out to me that we can never walk in another person's shoes. But rather, we can walk alongside them, soaking in all there is to experience knowing that any two experiences, no matter how close in proximity, will never be the same.”

— Rich Levene, Founder, Dignity Leadership Consulting

“I’ve had the privilege to work and know Alicia on a personal level. Both have afforded me the opportunity to see the compassion, respect and caring she brings in everything she is involved with and to all those she interacts with. Alicia looks to always support everyone around her and she genuinely does so from the bottom of her heart. When I heard of Alicia’s empathy uprising plan, I couldn’t have thought of a more appropriate agenda for her to be involved with and spearhead. Alicia is empathy personified.”

— Mario A. Brown, Director Clinical Site Operations

“Alicia is poised to bring an important and effective message to leaders looking to improve their capacity, their reach, and their effectiveness. By emphasizing the shift to empathetic action, Alicia leads from experience as well as the heart.”

— Mayor Teresa Barrett, City of Petaluma (retired)

“Alicia is a bright light of positive energy that wants others to feel special, heard, known and understood as they are and not what they should be. To put it simply, Alicia is a good person who is forthright in her decisions and behaviors with a strong moral and ethical code. She means well, and does things only for the good of others not self-centered or selfish in her actions. AKM = heart of gold!”

— Greg K., People and Culture Leader

“Having worked alongside Alicia I’ve observed her steadfast commitment to improving the lives of patients. Alicia cares deeply about how to create positive change in people’s lives and advocates for change with integrity and poise. Alicia will be a great partner with you in your journey towards a more compassion community.”

— Dr. Euan Lockhart

“I have known Alicia since childhood; it has been both a pleasure and an honor to be by her side as she has grown into the kind and beautiful soul she is today. Alicia treats every human she encounters with the kindness and respect we all deserve. I am so proud to know her, and incredibly fortunate to also be her friend.”

Put Theory Into Action