In a world where CEO’s are beginning to conduct business in T-shirts, it is important to make a positive impression. Especially in Pre-Need and Final Expense sales where professionalism and trust are top priority, your appearance can make the difference in the close. Keep reading for helpful tips on what […]
Continue ReadingSuicide Prevention–What Helps?
Have you or anyone you know been affected by suicide or suicidality? 3 things you can do to help. It’s likely you or someone you know has been affected by suicide. With World Suicide Prevention Week just last week, we wanted to give you some tips from what we learned […]
Continue ReadingThe Deadliest Years in History
Have you ever wondered when the deadliest years in history occurred? Why were they so deadly? Those of us in the funeral industry pick up some interesting trivia about death and dying. Though death is a subject often avoided in polite conversation, it is a fascinating influence in our history. […]
Continue ReadingCorrecting Your Mistakes in the Funeral Industry
How to avoid common mistakes with your funeral home as a funeral director. We all make mistakes in our personal lives, love lives, and at work. It doesn’t matter how many times I’ve done something, every once in a while, I’ll slip up without even realizing my mistake. I’ve been […]
Continue ReadingFuneral Director, Meet Event Planner
A match made in heaven: What can funeral directors learn from event planners? How to celebrate. Funeral directors can get into the drudgery of routine, and that attitude shows in their work. Event planners have a different perspective because each of their events is a different kind of celebration. Are […]
Continue ReadingWhat NOT to give your Dying Loved One
In my experience working in a Skilled Nursing Facility, I found myself interested in the gifts people give to their loved ones who are dying. My years of observations have led to some strong opinions about what is appropriate to give to a dying person, and what is awkward and […]
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