Heal Your Trauma Find Your Voice
Leadership is so energizing, and it’s such a privilege! Until you realize that interpersonal communication and conflict resolution determine your effectiveness, and that’s when the full weight of the responsibility sinks in. So if you’re a leader or clinician trying to navigate complex team dynamics, resolve conflict in high pressure environments, and actually enjoy leading, you’re in the right place.
Hosted by Dr. Annie Campanile, PhD, a trauma-informed executive coach and leadership expert who's helped hundreds of leaders break free from survival mode, build high performing teams, and earn promotions into the C-suite, (all without pretending, placating, or people-pleasing), this podcast delivers deep insights and step-by-step strategies to help you lead with authenticity, connection, and courage, without being derailed by interpersonal drama or organizational politics.
As an adjunct professor of business management, certified Professional Co-Active Coach, Hogan Assessment Advanced Interpretation coach, Everything DiSC facilitator, and certified facilitator of multiple leadership development programs, including Crucial Conversations and Excellence in Communication for Healthcare Transformation and Provider Wellness, Dr. Annie has helped business owners, clinicians, and sincere leaders like you get out of survival mode, create professional relationships built on trust and mutual respect, and finally learn to communicate effectively, revealing their powerful, authentic voice.
Dr. Annie is here to show you that no matter how stressful your workplace is, you can be a powerful leader known for clear, confident, and compassionate communication - a leader others listen to, trust, and want to follow.
Together, we’ll explore simple yet powerful, actionable steps you can take to resolve fight - flight - freeze - fawn survival response, communicate with confidence, and create relationships that truly uplift you - at work, at home, and in every aspect of your life. Click PLAY, and start finding your voice - today!
Heal Your Trauma Find Your Voice
The Unexpected Cure for Burnout (You Can Do in 10 Seconds)
Ever wonder, "How much longer can I keep giving like this before I burn out?"
If you're a high-achieving leader in healthcare or another high-pressure space, this episode is your breath of fresh air.
This week on the show, trauma-informed executive coach Dr. Annie Campanile shares a surprising, fun story about a silent moment of human connection—and how it unlocked a healing practice she now teaches to leaders across the country.
🌞 You’ll discover:
- Why high performers often feel the most disconnected (and what to do about it)
- A 3-step practice you can do in under 10 seconds to feel more grounded and present
- How to connect deeply with others—without saying a word or needing more time
- The surprising neuroscience behind this “sunshine” technique
- Why genuine warmth (not grit) is your greatest leadership asset
Whether you're leading a team, managing a household, or navigating personal healing, this episode reminds you: meaningful connection is always available—and doesn’t have to come at your expense.
Try the “Sunshine Exercise” this week and tag us @DrAnnieCampanile to share your experience!
👉 Resources Mentioned:
- Free Empowerment Guide: AnnieCampanile.com
- Listen to Episode 14 for the original “Sunshine Exercise”
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More Resources for You:
- Get The Empowered Feedback Toolkit for easy-to-follow, step-by-step guidance so you can speak clearly and confidently—especially during tough conversations.
- Explore my EMPOWERMENT COACHING PROGRAM, to discover how individual guidance can accelerate your healing and help you thrive.
- Download my FREE GUIDE: Trauma Survivors Empowerment Guide
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