231: Navigating Grief in Business: Supporting Yourself & Your Team w/ Kimberli Gross

Black to Business

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

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