Join Shannan Guillory, founder of Prism Memorial, and Dr. Whitney Griffin, founder of Black Lightning Education Consulting, for a timely virtual workshop designed to help people managers lead with empathy, clarity, and confidence when grief shows up on their team.
Caption: “When they come back.” Grief doesn’t disappear when someone returns to work. A virtual workshop designed for people managers who want to lead with compassion and confidence when grief enters the workplace. October 1, 2025 11:00am-1:30pm PST.
Whether you're an HR lead, location supervisor, or people manager navigating uncharted emotional terrain, this workshop will equip you with the tools and language to welcome grieving employees back with intention, not pressure. Together, we’ll explore how to prepare for re-entry, adjust expectations, and foster a grief-informed workplace culture that supports both your team and your bottom line.
What you’ll learn:
How grief impacts the brain, memory, focus, and behavior
What a soft landing looks like for a returning employee
How to check in without overstepping
Grief-informed language to use (and avoid)
How to adjust workload expectations fairly
A checklist for planning a meaningful return
Strategies to reduce burnout and turnover
How to build a supportive, grief-literate team culture
Who this is for: People managers, team leads, HR professionals, department heads, and anyone responsible for guiding others through workplace transitions and support.
Includes:
Live session with Q&A
Downloadable digital tools
Post-event resource list