Craig Simms - The Cost of Workplace Trauma for Leaders

Leadership today requires more than managing performance and productivity. It requires understanding what people carry with them into the workplace.In this episode of The Best Boss Whisperer Podcast, Danny sits down with leadership advisor Craig Simms, CEO and founder of Amplify Consulting Services, to explore what it means to create a trauma-informed workplace.Drawing from principles rooted in public health and trauma-informed care, Craig explains how leaders can create environments where employees feel safe, supported, and able to do their best work—even after difficult personal or societal experiences.The conversation explores why trauma is more common than many leaders realize and how events over the past several years have amplified the need for more thoughtful leadership.Rather than asking leaders to become therapists, Craig explains how awareness, empathy, and intentional leadership practices can dramatically improve team trust, resilience, and performance.This episode offers practical perspective for leaders who want to build healthier cultures while still delivering results.Key Takeaways:What a trauma-informed workplace actually meansWhy trauma is more common among employees than many leaders realizeHow the past few years have intensified workplace stress and emotional strainThe role leaders play in creating psychological safety at workPractical ways managers can support employees without overstepping boundariesResources & Mentions:For articles on trauma in the workplace search https://forbes.comGuest: Craig SimmsWebsite: https://amplifyconsultingservices.com/Connect with Craig on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craig-simms-amplify/Recommended Books:What Happened to You?: Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, and Healing by Bruce D. Perry and Oprah Winfrey Host: Danny Ceballos – Unleashed Consultinghttps://unleashedconsult.com/Please click the button to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes and leave a review if your favorite podcast app has that ability. Thank you!The Best Boss Whisperer is a leadership podcast for individuals who want to lead effectively without burning out or becoming the bottleneck that stifles their team’s decisions, momentum, and productivity.© 2026 Danny Ceballos / Unleashed Consulting