What do you say when someone on your team loses a loved one — and how do you really support them? In this episode, I speak with HR & People Professional Alison Whitfield about the emotional and professional impact of bereavement. Alison shares her personal story of navigating grief while in a leadership role, and offers practical insights into what meaningful support actually looks like in the workplace. We explore: The different ways grief can show up — and linger Why empathy must be embedded in company culture How managers can offer support without overstepping If you're a leader or HR professional, this conversation will help you show up better for your people during one of the hardest times in their lives.