In this episode of Eco-systemic Leadership Coaching, Smita R sits down with grief support coach Aniket Anjali Pohekar to explore the often-overlooked role of grief in organizational life. Aniket defines grief as a natural response to loss, moving beyond the misconception that it only relates to death. He emphasizes its systemic impact on teams and organizations, making it a critical leadership concern.

The conversation introduces a three-pronged approach to grief support: individual coaching for those experiencing loss, leader coaching to build compassionate leadership, and HR policy development to create sustainable structures of care. Both Smita and Aniket stress the power of empathetic presence and clear communication in supporting grieving colleagues.