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Losing a loved one is one of the most difficult experiences a family will have to navigate. Finding creative ways to help your client families remember and celebrate their loved ones is an important part of the grieving process. Incorporating photos into a service is just one example. Keep reading to discover six creative ways to help families incorporate photos into their memorial or celebration-of-life services.
Read MoreThe 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 MoreIt’s an important conversation that too few of us have had. Talking to your parent or another loved one about funeral planning might be one of the hardest conversations you’ll ever have, but it might also be one of the most crucial conversations. This discussion can provide peace of mind that, when the time comes, you’re honoring your loved one's wishes in the way they would have wanted.
Read MoreThe frenzy of an at-need funeral often requires an efficient approach to writing obituaries. As funeral professionals, your focus is on those personal interactions that demand your immediate attention. You generously and tirelessly bring your energy and empathy to arrangement conferences, first viewings, visitations, memorials and graveside services. It seems unreasonable to expect you and your staff to use some of those limited resources to pen a more meaningful obituary. But, if you should need to, here are a few tips to help you craft a creative and memorable obituary for your client families.
Read MoreMany families can be caught off-guard by the number of tasks that must be completed within a day or two of a loved one’s death. Even those who have planned a funeral before may find themselves overwhelmed by the decisions that need to be made and details that must be coordinated.
Read MoreFamilies who prearrange with your funeral home will appreciate an ongoing relationship with you. In turn, your firm will also benefit from the boost in customer loyalty and increased referrals. Here are a few simple ways you can continue the relationship with families who have prearranged with your funeral home.
Read MoreThe demand for increased personalization in memorial services provides excellent opportunities for funeral directors. In addition to expanding your service offerings to better meet the needs of client families, you can also implement creative solutions that help you grow your skillset.
Read MorePeople who prearrange their funerals report high levels of satisfaction with their decision, but what gets them to the point where they’re ready to complete and fund their prearrangement? Major purchasing decisions start with awareness of a problem. In this case, the problem is that we’ll all inevitably die—and someone will have to take care of arrangements (both logistically and financially). In this guide, learn how to increase awareness about preneed funeral planning among families and discover tips for success when serving preneed client families and questions to start the conversation.
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