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The funeral professionals who are driven to get better and learn new techniques are the ones who see results. That’s why it’s so important to participate in valuable opportunities to develop the skills you have and learn from others who share your passion for the profession.
Read MoreAs Veterans Day quickly approaches each year, many of us are making plans to participate in local parades, ceremonies or Veteran’s celebrations to honor the men and women who have served our country. As we prepare to recognize the sacrifices Veterans have made, we thought we would take the opportunity to share some of the rich history of this important day.
Read MoreEach fall, many people prepare to recognize holidays dedicated to remembering those who have died. One of those important traditions to honor departed loved ones is Día de Muertos, or Day of the Dead. Observed around the world, especially in Mexico and by people of Mexican heritage, the annual festival celebrates deceased friends and family members.
Read MoreWe’ve all seen the headlines regarding the customer data breaches that have occurred in recent years at large organizations like T-Mobile, Yum Brands, ChatGPT and more. Although these examples happened with large companies, this doesn’t mean a data breach can’t happen to your funeral home. The last thing you want to see is your firm’s name on the front page of your local paper due to the theft of your customers’ data.
Read MoreAmong many things, one part of a person’s legacy is their digital footprint, including social media profiles. We invest a lot of time into building an online presence that reflects our personality. But what happens to social media accounts after we die?
Read MoreCommunities today are more diverse than they ever have been. From the mixing of generations in the workplace to increasing ethnic and religious diversity, funeral homes need to adapt to serve the changing needs of their communities.
Read MorePets are more than just animals. They are furry members of the family and quickly become your best friends. You find yourself talking to them as if they are human. You build a bond with them. It can be difficult to say goodbye to pets and can be like losing a family member. The grieving process applies to any type of death, pets included. Pet memorialization is a good way to have some closure.
Read MoreMarketing your firm looks a lot different these days. With countless social media channels and digital marketing tactics, there are so many new ways to reach people in your community. However, it remains true that one of the best ways to build lasting connections is to get out in your community and meet people.
Read MoreChildren deal with death and grief in different ways. Some may become angry and aggressive, some may ask questions and some may continue on as if nothing happened. Regardless of how a child deals with grief, it is important to understand how to properly handle the child’s reaction to the loss of a loved one.
Since its founding in 2004, Facebook has grown to 2+ billion users. Twitter now boasts over 200 million users. And many other social networks claim large, loyal followings. But even people who use social media regularly for personal networking purposes can become overwhelmed when faced with the prospect of using it for their businesses. It can seem big, complicated and time-consuming. Adding to the confusion is the fact that most people think social media is one thing, when in fact the word “media” is plural.
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