From Supermarkets to Groberri: Dale Triffitt on Career Change, Small Business HR & Leading with Empathy

In this episode David spoke to Dale Triffitt about his journey from working in supermarkets to founding Groberri, a business focused on providing HR support and leadership training for small businesses. Dale is the founder of Groberri, a Devon HR and leadership consultancy that cuts through the jargon to deliver down-to-earth support for businesses. With a background in leading teams and a passion for helping managers lead with confidence, Dale works with organisations of all sizes  from hands-on business owners to first-time team leaders, offering practical advice that actually works.Through Groberri, Dale’s on a mission to improve people’s world's one workplace at a time.David and Dale discuss the importance of HR in fostering a positive workplace culture, the challenges he faced in his career, and how personal struggles shaped his professional path. Dale emphasises the need for authentic leadership and community support for entrepreneurs, and he outlines his future aspirations for Groberri HR, including writing a book on simple leadership and creating a supportive online community for business owners.Follow Dale:Website LinkedinInstagramUpcoming WorkshopFollow David / Via Nova here:⁠⁠⁠David's LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Via Nova LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Via Nova Website⁠⁠⁠Free Guides / Work With Me⁠Feeling stuck in your career? Discover if it's time for a change!⁠ ⁠Take my quiz and explore your career potential today!⁠Chapters0:00 Introduction to Dale Triffitt and His Journey03:06 The Role of HR in Small Businesses06:02 Early Work Experiences and Lessons Learned12:14 Transitioning to Leadership Roles18:08 Personal Challenges and Their Impact on Career24:04 Innovative Approaches in Business and Leadership29:59 The Shift to Entrepreneurship and Branding37:00 Breaking Free: The Push to Change Careers39:37 The Entrepreneurial Spark: Finding New Opportunities41:53 Trusting Your Gut: Navigating Business Decisions44:02 Authenticity in Business: Embracing Your Unique Path46:20 Life-Changing Moments: The Impact of Personal Challenges51:23 Reigniting Passion: Rediscovering Career Goals56:49 Overcoming Adversity: The Journey to Sobriety01:00:24 Taking Action: Launching Growberry01:04:05 Building a Community: Supporting Everyday Entrepreneurs01:07:56 Advice for the Stuck: Mapping Your Career Path