Identity Shift: Rebuilding Your Confidence After a Career Setback with Steve Goble
Eps. #169 Tuesday, April 7th, 2026
In this episode of HR Mixtape, Dr. Shari Simpson speaks with Steve Goble, Chief People Builder at The Goble Group, about the sensitive topic of employee terminations. They discuss the importance of treating employees with dignity during layoffs and how leaders can approach these difficult conversations.
Listeners will gain insights into building empathy, providing support services, and fostering a culture of respect, even in challenging situations.
• Understand the emotional impact of being fired and how to process it.
• Learn the importance of clear communication during termination conversations.
• Discover ways to provide dignity and support to employees being let go.
• Recognize the long-term benefits of investing in employee relationships.
• Explore how to build career resilience through continuous learning and networking.
Hit “Play” to gain valuable insights that can transform your HR practices!
Guest(s): Steve Goble, Chief People Builder at The Goble Group. He helps leaders and teams improve performance through practical people strategies and real-world leadership lessons. Steve's expertise in navigating employee terminations provides valuable insights into fostering a respectful workplace culture.
Guest(s): Steve Goble, Chief People Builder, The Goble Group.
Steve is the Owner/Chief People Builder of the Goble Group, a learning and development strategist serving businesses, non-profits, and teams in Central PA and globally. He is passionate about helping people achieve more, solving problems, and growing businesses.
As an author, executive coach, a Founding Partner of the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team, and Trust Edge Certified Partner, Steve was a ’40 Under 40’ recipient from the Central Penn Business Journal.
Steve resides in Lancaster County, PA with his family, where he attends Good Shepherd Community Church, enjoys petting other people’s dogs, and occasionally partaking a good pint of IPA or dram of whiskey.
