231: Navigating Grief in Business: Supporting Yourself & Your Team w/ Kimberli Gross
Grief is a reality that many entrepreneurs face, yet it’s a topic rarely addressed in the business world. Whether it's the profound loss of a loved one, a failed business venture, or significant life changes, grief can deeply impact your emotional, mental, and physical well-being and, ultimately, your ability to lead and grow your business. As a leader, you're not just managing your own emotions but also navigating the grief of your team members, making it vital to foster a culture of empathy and support. In this powerful episode, Kimberli Gross, founder of Celebrate Still, Inc., shares her journey through grief and how she turned her personal experience into a mission to support others. With over two decades of experience and a specialized background in grief counseling, Kimberli offers practical, step-by-step strategies to help you recognize, process, and navigate grief while maintaining the health of your business. This episode isn’t just about surviving grief—it’s about thriving through it and building a business that prioritizes humanity, empathy, and resilience. Whether you're a business owner who has experienced loss, a leader supporting a grieving team, or simply interested in creating a workplace culture of emotional well-being, this episode is packed with actionable insights you can implement today. DURING THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: How grief shows up in business (hint: it’s not just about loss of a loved one) Practical tips for managing grief while running a business How to support team members who may be grieving Why creating a grief-inclusive workplace matters for your success RCES MENTIONED: Baltimore Blossoms Studio The Decorating Queen KDW Catering Don't miss out on the resources mentioned in this episode by checking out the show notes at blacktobusiness.com/231 Thank you so much for listening! Please support us by simply rating and reviewing our podcast! Got a question? We’d love to answer it in an upcoming Q&A. Simply record your quick question → https://blacktobusiness.com/QA Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blacktobusiness/ Don’t miss an update! Sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://blacktobusiness.com/mailinglist