Workplace Workshops
In-Person Training for Leaders Navigating Grief at Work
Unvoiced Workplace Workshops are interactive, facilitator-led sessions designed to equip leaders with the confidence, language, and frameworks they need to support grieving employees with professionalism, compassion, and clarity.
How to get started
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We begin with a short, no-pressure consultation to understand your organization’s needs, audience, and goals.
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We recommend the best workshop format, topic, and length based on your team and goals Or let us know what you have in mind and we’d be happy to customize our experience.
Pricing, travel information, facility and refreshments will be discussed dependent on need and distance.Once agreed, workshop will be scheduled and payment will be taken.
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CJ and his team will deliver your workshop. Using clarity, professionalism, and lived experience, Unvoiced ensures all participants leave with skills, language and confidence to lead with care.
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Participants receive resources, and HR receives recommendations for continued support if needed.
Workshop Topics
You don’t need to choose just one. These serve as core themes that can be delivered individually or combined or customized.
Leading Through Loss Foundational Training for Managers & Leaders
A practical introduction to grief in the workplace and what leadership looks like when loss is present.
Covers:
What grief is (and what it isn’t)
Common leadership mistakes after loss
What to say and what to avoid
Balancing empathy and expectations
Supporting employees beyond bereavement leave
Best for:
Managers, supervisors, leadership teams
Grief, Identity, and Performance Understanding the Invisible Impact of Loss
This workshop explores how grief affects identity, focus, confidence, and behavior and how leaders can respond without mislabeling or mismanaging employees.
Covers:
Why grief impacts performance and decision-making
Identity loss and disorientation at work
Distinguishing temporary dips from sustained issues
How to support rebuilding without rushing
Best for:
HR teams, people managers, leadership cohorts
Conversations Leaders Avoid (and Why They Matter) Communication Skills for Grief-Aware Leadership
This session focuses on the conversations leaders often fear and how to navigate them clearly and professionally.
Covers:
Starting the conversation without pressure
Asking supportive, appropriate questions
Navigating silence, discomfort, and uncertainty
Setting boundaries without withdrawing support
Best for:
Front-line managers, HR, team leads
HR & Leadership Alignment in Times of Loss Creating Consistency, Not Guesswork
Designed specifically for HR and senior leadership, this workshop focuses on systems, escalation, and shared responsibility.
Covers:
HR’s role as connector and safeguard
Equipping managers with clear frameworks
Inclusive grief support (including disenfranchised loss)
Reducing risk while increasing trust
Best for:
HR teams, executives, people operations
Collective Loss & Workplace Resilience Supporting Teams After Shared or Ongoing Loss
For organizations navigating layoffs, illness, tragedy, or cumulative grief.
Covers:
How collective grief shows up in teams
Preventing burnout and disengagement
Leading through uncertainty and change
Rebuilding trust and stability
Best for:
Organizations experiencing transition or high emotional load
Frequently Asked Questions
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Workshops begin with a brief, no-pressure planning conversation to understand your organization’s needs, audience, and goals. From there, we recommend the best workshop format, scope, and timeline and confirm availability.
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Yes. Workshops are offered both in person and virtually. In-person workshops are preferred when possible due to their interactive nature, but virtual options are available depending on location, budget, and organizational needs.
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Yes. Workshop pricing may vary depending on travel requirements, distance, and location. Any travel-related costs are discussed transparently during the planning process so there are no surprises.
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Workshops typically range from 90 minutes to a half-day session. Full-day or multi-session engagements are available based on organizational needs.
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Organizations are responsible for providing an appropriate on-site space for the workshop, including seating and basic A/V capabilities (such as a screen, projector, or monitor). Specific setup needs will be shared in advance to ensure a smooth experience.
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For select packages or full-day engagements, Unvoiced may provide light refreshments or lunch. Availability depends on the engagement scope and will be confirmed during the planning process.
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Workshops are typically scheduled 2-3 months in advance. Shorter timelines may be accommodated depending on availability and urgency and location.
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No. Workshops are educational and leadership-focused. They provide practical tools and frameworks for supporting employees through grief in a professional setting and are not a substitute for therapy or clinical services.
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Yes. Workshops often serve as a starting point. Organizations may choose to explore leadership training, corporate consulting, or future certification opportunities following the session.
What These
Workshops Do
❋ Understand how grief actually shows up at work
❋ Respond without minimizing, avoiding, or overstepping
❋ Maintain accountability while offering support
❋ Lead teams through loss with confidence and consistency
Contact us for customized options