Meetings & Conventions: Short Cuts November 2001
November 2001
Short Cuts:BETTER YET
When a Colleague Grieves
A colleague who has
suffered the death of a loved one needs the patience, understanding
and sympathy of co-workers to get through a difficult time. Advice
on what to say and do can be found at www.ahealthyme.com,
from which the following was gleaned.
AVOID PLATITUDES. Share a happy memory of the
deceased, if appropriate, and extend your sympathies simply and
sincerely.
WATCH YOUR TONE. Don’t be overly solemn or
excessively chipper.
LISTEN. No matter how uncomfortable it makes
you feel, do not attempt to change the subject if your colleague
voices sadness and pain.
BE SUPPORTIVE. Recovering from a loss takes
time. Over several months, continue to ask the colleague how she is
coping.
ADJUST THE WORKLOAD. Managers should consider
easing responsibilities temporarily, if possible, for a grieving
employee who finds it hard to concentrate. On the other hand, for
those who find it easier to keep busy, offer new projects and
responsibilities.
C.A.S.
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