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Grief literacy training urged for managers to avoid misinterpreting loss as underperformance

Patricia Bravo-José, a leadership consultant and author, emphasizes the importance of "grief literacy" in the workplace. She argues that organizations often misinterpret grief-related behaviors, such as decreased performance or disengagement, as simple underperformance. Bravo-José's book, "In the Room: When Grief Comes to Work," aims to equip HR professionals and leaders with the understanding to support employees experiencing loss. This includes recognizing that grief is a universal experience that evolves over time and requires ongoing, adaptable support, ultimately benefiting both employees and the business. AI

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Grief literacy training urged for managers to avoid misinterpreting loss as underperformance

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Mikaela Cohen, HR Brew ·

    A leadership consultant’s warning to managers: Don’t mistake grief for underperformance

    “We talk about well-being. We talk about mental health, but somehow this topic hasn’t yet made it into the forefront," said Patricia Bravo, author of In the Room: When Grief Comes to Work.