“Dr. Mia Johnson and Dr. Julia Porter’s book Grief, Trauma, and Leadership is a groundbreaking work that seamlessly blends scholarly research with practical applications for today’s leaders. Their comprehensive approach provides invaluable insight into how grief and trauma impact the workplace. The authors offer strategies to navigate these challenges with empathy and resilience.

In today’s world, the need for this focus and research is more critical than ever. The past few years have been marked by unprecedented events, including the COVID-19 pandemic, social issues, environmental crises, and economic instability. These events have profoundly affected individuals and organizations, highlighting the importance of understanding and addressing grief and trauma in the workplace.

Together, Dr. Johnson and Dr. Porter offer a holistic approach that is deeply informed by research and highly applicable to real-world leadership. Their book is an essential resource for anyone looking to lead with compassion and effectiveness in today’s complex and ever-changing environment.”

Dr. Kenneth Rauch, Ed.D.

Professor of Management

Director – Tiffin University Ph.D. in Global Leadership and Change