Leadership pressure is real: stalled projects, misaligned priorities, meetings that drain more than they deliver. You weren’t trained for this kind of overload, but you can lead through it. Mid-career leaders often experience burnout and stress due to competing demands and misaligned priorities, making it essential to adopt strategies that alleviate these challenges.

The Leadership Toolkit gives you research-backed tools and templates to:

  • Align teams across labs, departments, and divisions to move stalled projects forward.

  • Protect your time and energy from endless rework.

  • Strengthen collaboration on proposals, projects, and product launches.

  • Lead without burning out.

By equipping leaders with strategies to foster career growth and development within their teams, the Leadership Toolkit actively supports professional advancement.

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Get the Insights That Work for Your Team

I’m Dr. Maritza Salazar Campo, professor of management and team science at the university of UC Irvine. I am a sought after consultant recognized for my expertise in team science and organizational effectiveness. My work focuses on how organizations overcome misalignment, stalled collaboration, and strategic drift — the hidden costs that slow capable leadership and project teams. I have published work in the Oxford Handbook, Journal of Business Research, and Small Group Research, further establishing my authority in the field.

I have been recognized by the OC Business Journal and have received civic awards for my contributions to the Orange County community.

My research program, recognized by the National Academies of Sciences and the National Science Foundation, is known for yielding groundbreaking insights into team effectiveness and collaboration. My research explores the factors that influence team effectiveness, including job strain, task complexity, and cultural distance, particularly under challenging circumstances.

I collaborate with longtime partners in clinical and translational science, medicine, public health, and data science, highlighting the interdisciplinary nature of my work. My numerous scholarly publications underpin my authority in the field and have equipped leaders at Stanford, PwC, the U.S. Army, and UCI Health to move from overload to measurable progress. The results are consistent: my research is supported by grants from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the National Science Foundation (NSF).

  • 70% improvement in individual teamwork skills.

  • 30% increase in overall team effectiveness.

My research has impacted organizations such as Stanford, PwC, the U.S. Army, and UCI Health. I am committed to community engagement and actively support Latinx initiatives that promote academic and professional advancement.

In addition to my scholarly publications, I have made numerous contributions to teaching, including the development of programs and curricula tailored to diverse audiences.

If your team is capable but misaligned, perhaps well-intentioned, but exhausted — I can help you:

  • Reset the rhythm of your meetings and decision-making.

  • Realign your talent around clear organizational or scientific priorities.

  • Restore momentum so your work is not only productive, but purposeful.

My work is shaping the future of interdisciplinary teamwork and organizational leadership.

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Your Leadership Resources

These aren’t generic leadership tips — they’re research-backed tools developed based on empirical research to address the needs of diverse teams, including those in for-profit and non-profit organizations. These resources are designed for scientists, clinicians, and Fortune 500 leaders who are tasked with leading major projects without sufficient clarity, authority, or support. Courses and training programs for mid-career leaders are built on extensive research and practical applications, ensuring their relevance and effectiveness. Inside you’ll find:

  • Reset & Rhythm Tools to steady chaotic meetings and protect your calendar.

  • Proposal & Funding Resources to help you secure grants, publish, and advance your career.

  • Strategy & Alignment Guides to align people and priorities across labs, departments, and global teams.

  • Practical Leadership Templates to streamline communication, reduce rework, and keep progress moving.

Each resource is designed to be put into practice immediately — in your next meeting, proposal draft, or cross-functional project. And if your team needs more than tools, I offer consulting and training to help you reset the rhythm, realign priorities, and restore momentum at scale.

  • Scripts and checklists to help you reset meetings, reclaim your calendar, and set boundaries that stick. These are the fast pivots that protect your energy and keep projects moving.


    ➡️ Great for scientists managing grant teams and Fortune 500 managers juggling cross-functional projects.

  • Step-by-step templates to clear space for idea generation, align collaborators, and build fundable proposals. Includes the Proposal Prep Toolkit and career-mapping guides.


    ➡️ Best for early- and mid-career researchers preparing grants or promotions.

  • Frameworks like the Blueprint and Leadership Gravity Map to prioritize what matters, realign fractured teams, and create measurable momentum.


    ➡️ Ideal for leaders managing across labs, departments, or global divisions.

  • Email scripts, meeting dashboards, and decision trackers are designed to cut through friction and give you back time.


    ➡️ Built for managers who want clarity without extra meetings.

  • Concise, evidence-based briefs with actionable takeaways from my research and collaborations with leaders at Stanford, PwC, U.S. Army, and UCI Health.

You were never meant to carry it all alone.
Leadership isn’t about doing more. It’s about realigning what matters.

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TRAINING & CONSULTING EXPERIENCE YOU CAN TRUST

  • 500+ Leaders trained. Countless teams re-centered.

  • 7+ Industries served: from academic medicine to medtech and media

  • 92%, on average, say they felt “more equipped” to lead after working with me

Bridge what’s divided.

Lead what’s complex.

In today’s rapidly evolving landscape, interdisciplinary collaboration stands as a cornerstone for innovation and problem-solving across various industries—from professional services and healthcare to environmental research. As organizations face increasingly complex challenges, the ability to bring together diverse expertise and perspectives is essential for driving meaningful progress.

Dr. Maritza Salazar Campo, an esteemed Assistant Professor at the Paul Merage School of Business, has dedicated her research to advancing team science and interdisciplinary teamwork. Supported by the National Science Foundation, her work yields groundbreaking insights into the intricate dynamics that underpin collaborative excellence. Through her research, Dr. Salazar Campo has identified the critical factors that foster psychological safety, inclusion, and effective communication—elements that are vital for enhancing team performance and organizational effectiveness. She leverages various research methodologies, including case studies and field experiments, to test interventions that enhance team functioning.

One of her notable contributions is the development of the Perspective Integration Capability (PIC) scale, a powerful tool designed to assess an individual’s ability to integrate diverse viewpoints and collaborate effectively within interdisciplinary teams. This scale has become instrumental for organizations aiming to build high performance teams that can navigate complex tasks and deliver innovative solutions.

By championing evidence-based training interventions and promoting a culture of interdisciplinary collaboration, Dr. Salazar Campo empowers organizations to enhance their capacity for innovation, improve job satisfaction, and reduce burnout. Her research demonstrates that when teams are equipped with the right tools and mindset, they are better positioned to achieve collaborative excellence and drive impactful outcomes in science, business, and beyond. These evidence-based training interventions have been instrumental in improving collaboration and performance across various industries, including healthcare and professional services.

Whether in professional services firms, healthcare organizations, or environmental research initiatives, the principles and practices developed by Dr. Salazar Campo offer a roadmap for leaders seeking to unlock the full potential of their teams. By investing in interdisciplinary teamwork and fostering an environment of psychological safety and open communication, organizations can not only enhance their effectiveness but also create a foundation for sustained innovation and growth. She is also the founding president of the International Network for the Science of Team Science, further solidifying her leadership in the field.

  • Perspective Integrative Capability

    Measure predictors of integration

  • Communication Covenants

    Foster better dialogue among team members

  • Developmental Network Tracking Sheets

    Build a constellation of mentors that help you get where you want to go.

  • Team Building Insights

    Design teams that are resources for success with the right people and processes.