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Your Journey Forward

Your Journey Forward materials.
Your Journey Forward

Sales and aftercare resources for funeral professionals.

Not sure what to say or how to say it? Start here! These practical resources are built to help you feel more confident and compassionate in any conversation, especially the tough ones. Spending time sharpening your communication skills deepens your ability to connect, support and lead with empathy.

Podcasts

The Art of Charm

 

"Emotional Intelligence 2.0" with Dr. Travis Bradberry

Learn how emotional intelligence impacts communication, leadership, and trust, especially in high-emotion conversations.

Podcasts

Selling from the Heart

 

"Overcoming Call Reluctance" with Connie Kadansky

Practical mindset shifts to overcome fear of rejection and connect more empathetically in sales conversations.

Podcasts

The Sales Evangelist

 

"Objections Handling" with Donald Kelly

Learn how to respond to objections with empathy and confidence — without sacrificing connection or credibility.

Videos

Dan Lok

 

"How to Prospect without Being Pushy"

Learn to confidently address sales objections without coming across as aggressive.​

Videos

Megan Devine

 

"How to Help a Grieving Friend"

Discover compassionate ways to be present for someone in grief without trying to fix their pain.​

Videos

William Ury

 

"The Power of Listening"

Understand how deep listening can transform conversations and build stronger connections.​

Articles

Harvard Business Review

 

"What Great Listeners Actually Do"

Great listeners don’t just stay quiet — they spark meaningful, two-way conversations. Learn how to make others feel truly heard.

Articles

Brené Brown

 

"Listening + Learning"

A powerful reminder that listening — truly listening — is one of the most courageous and connective things we can do.

Articles

Harvard Business Review

 

"How to Talk to a Grieving Customer"

Learn how to offer genuine support and avoid common mistakes when speaking with someone who’s grieving.

Looking for more resources?

Explore our Successful Sales Strategies and Essentials courses — actionable training built to help you lead meaningful conversations that guide families toward thoughtful planning decisions.