

82: Crisis Leadership—Transforming Through Empathy and Resilience, with Martin Simms
What if a single moment could transform your entire approach to leadership?
Join us for a powerful episode featuring Martin Simms, who shares his incredible journey through some of the most challenging crises, including Hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Katrina. Martin's hands-on relief efforts to deliver essential goods to flood victims illustrate the vital role of community support and resilience during emergencies. His story is a testament to the impact of empathy and proactive leadership.
We also discuss the transformative power of social media and its ability to build community support for crucial initiatives. Hear how a viral post during Hurricane Harvey propelled Martin into a leadership role, where he spearheaded efforts to feed the homeless. This experience led to the creation of sports-oriented youth mental health programs. Martin's journey highlights the importance of modeling positive behaviors and fostering therapeutic environments for those in need.
Martin Simms is the founder of the Dope Coach Academy – Develop.
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Learn more about The Dope Coach Academy on its website or Instagram. And learn more about Martin on his Instagram or LinkedIn.
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