Grief in the Workplace

Cultivate a workplace culture that prioritizes employee well-being and organizational success.

Most of us feel uncomfortable around grief. We don't really know what to say to acknowledge a loss or how to provide practical support. When the person grieving is a team member in our organization, our inability to respond appropriately leads to presenteeism, withdrawal and sometimes to the person's resignation. This workshop presents business leaders with a transformative opportunity to address the often-neglected dimension of workplace grief, unraveling its pervasive impact and hidden costs. By delving into the different grief sources, including team members' personal lives and job-related factors, participants gain a comprehensive understanding of the challenges. By deepening their understanding of grief, participants will have the knowledge to identify symptoms and navigate the realistic grief timeline within their teams. Offering actionable insights on compassionate leadership, return support strategies, and workplace-centric assistance, this workshop empowers participants to proactively manage grief, fostering a resilient workforce. By learning possibilities for a return-to-work policy participants will see its crucial role in supporting employees but also positioning organizations as employers of choice, thereby enhancing retention, engagement, and productivity. This workshop serves as a vital catalyst for business leaders, enabling them to cultivate a workplace culture that prioritizes employee well-being and organizational success.

Faculty

Suzanne Jabour

Suzanne Jabour Grief Education