Recognising bias, fostering inclusion, and supporting each other through grief
Grief affects everyone differently, and when it shows up in the workplace, it may be accompanied by complex emotions and unseen challenges. As leaders and colleagues, it’s important to recognise how bias can shape our responses to others’ experiences, and to create space for inclusive, compassionate support. This month, we explore how to foster understanding, build resilience, and support one another through grief and loss—both personally and as a team.
Helping your team cope with grief and loss in the workplace
As a manager, you must respond compassionately and professionally when a death occurs within your organisation. Balancing human and company needs is the key to dealing with grief in the workplace. Showing that you care about your staff can help your employees recover and increase their long-term loyalty to your organisation.
Loss is a part of life. Whether it’s a death or devastating diagnosis, difficult situations test us all. Although there is no quick fix to help you recover and bounce back, there are ways to deal with the impact of a challenging life event to help you come to terms with your new reality.
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