Lunch with Leaders: Influence Extraordinary Authentic Women in STEM Careers for Empowerment
In this episode of Lunch with Leaders, host Adaeze Iloeje-Udeogalanya [https://www.linkedin.com/in/adaeze-iloeje-udeogalanya] sits down with leadership expert DeeDee Fisher [https://www.linkedin.com/in/deedee-fisher/] to unpack the CPL Framework. As a TEDx speaker and leadership strategist, Adaeze guides a conversation focused on Compassion, Process, and Learning to help leaders in STEM amplify their visibility and influence. The discussion centers on emotional intelligence in 2026, offering practical strategies to handle high-stakes communication, reduce workplace friction, and cultivate a leadership mindset grounded in self-awareness and proactive empathy. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deedee.fisher/ [https://www.instagram.com/deedee.fisher/ ] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@deedeefishercpl [https://www.tiktok.com/@deedeefishercpl] Website: deedeefisher.com [http://discoverresponse.com/about/] Timestamps * 00:26 – Introduction to Lunch with Leaders and guest DeeDee Fisher. * 02:44 – Breaking down the CPL Framework: Compassion, Process, and Learning. * 07:20 – The Harvard Story: How assumptions stall progress. * 09:34 – Applying Emotional Intelligence to high-stakes meetings. * 15:30 – The power of asking: "How did you get there?" to start a dialogue. * 30:17 – DeeDee’s origin story: Lessons from rural Idaho to global consulting. * 36:54 – Actionable advice: Interviewing your circle for self-awareness. * 48:51 – Closing remarks and how to connect with the guest. FAQs * What is the CPL Framework? It stands for Compassion, Process, and Learning. It’s a method to pause reactions and choose a more constructive path. * How do I handle a non-responsive email? Practice compassion. Instead of assuming negativity, consider neutral or positive reasons for the delay to save your emotional energy. * Why is self-awareness critical for STEM leaders? It allows you to identify your "magic sauce"—the unique value you bring that you might otherwise take for granted. Action Steps 1. Catch the Reaction: The next time you feel tension, stop and tell yourself a compassionate story about the situation, even if you aren't sure it's true yet. 2. Define the Outcome: Before your next high-stakes meeting, write down the desired outcome for both yourself and the other party. 3. The Magic Sauce Interview: Ask three trusted colleagues or friends, "What do you think is my unique contribution to the world?" 4. Practice the "Mantra": Use the phrase "I never thought of it that way" to shift from a defensive stance to a curious one. 5. Audit Your Dialogue: Notice if you are making "POV statements" or actually engaging in a dialogue that includes the "why."
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