Drama Free Teams | Trauma-Informed Leadership for High-Performing Teams
Your team's smart. But managing the personalities, politics, and pressure of leadership? That’s a whole other story.
If you’re constantly putting out fires, struggling to get buy-in, or avoiding difficult conversations to keep the peace, Drama Free Teams is your new secret weapon.
Hosted by trauma-informed executive coach Dr. Annie Campanile, PhD, this podcast helps emotionally intelligent leaders stop second-guessing what to say, and start leading conversations that create clarity, accountability, and connection.
Dr. Annie has helped hundreds of leaders build high-performing teams and step into the C-suite without people-pleasing, second-guessing themselves, or getting derailed by drama at work, and in every episode, she’s handing you psychology-backed insights and straightforward tools you can put to work right away to become the kind of leader people authentically trust, respect, and want to follow.
Ready to become a great leader, known for clear, confident, and compassionate leadership—at work, at home, and in every area of your life? Hit PLAY and let’s begin.
Drama Free Teams | Trauma-Informed Leadership for High-Performing Teams
20. When Boundaries Are Too Flexible at Work: Shut Down Gossip Without Breaking Trust
You’re spending more time mediating team drama than leading your team—and it’s exhausting. One person is constantly checking up on their coworkers, calling out unfinished tasks, and stressing over work that’s not even theirs. Meanwhile, the rest of your team is walking on eggshells to avoid the next emotional outburst.
If you’ve ever had a team member who means well but ends up creating tension, today’s episode is for you.
I’m diving into what’s really behind this behavior (hint: it’s not just about control), and I’ll walk you through a real-life example of how one of my clients used a simple, 3-step strategy called the Connection Bridge to reset expectations and calm the chaos—without shaming anyone or triggering more drama.
You’ll learn:
- What “open boundaries” look like in the workplace
- Why well-meaning employees sometimes take on too much
- How to set clear, kind boundaries that protect your team’s culture
- What to say exactly when someone’s behavior is crossing the line
If you’re tired of team members policing each other and just want everyone to do their job without the drama, this episode will show you how to lead with both strength and sensitivity.
🎧 Press play to learn how to shift your team dynamic and lead with clarity (and peace).
✨ Resources mentioned:
- Free Empowerment Guide
- DM me on Instagram @dranniecampanile if you'd like to be coached live on the show!
- Listen to episode 7 for more on Velcro Trust
- Listen to episode 19 for more on The Connection Bridge
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