Sometimes I’m not sure what’s more dreadful… losing a loved one, or planning their funeral. Both experiences can feel equally overwhelming, especially when it comes to finances. I think part of this stress stems from the stigma surrounding funerals and their cost. Google “planning a funeral” and you’ll probably find articles scattered throughout your search […] Continue reading Are Funerals a “Rip Off?” 5 Myths Debunked on funeralOne Blog. Are Funerals a “Rip Off?” 5 Myths Debunked published first on YouTube via Tumblr Are Funerals a “Rip Off?” 5 Myths Debunked
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Whenever a new app or technology offering comes out, you’ll often hear people say, “Why would anyone need that? I just want to be able to do (fill in the blank).” The truth is, new technology is great, but not if it doesn’t help with your most pressing needs. A few weeks ago, Batesville asked funeral professionals one simple question: What’s on your technology wish list for 2017? The online survey sparked immediate interest, with more than 400 people responding. via Tumblr Batesville Survey Shows Funeral Professionals Want Technology That Makes Their Job Easier So where exactly has the Funeral Gal been? It seems as if I have been a slight bit absent lately from the blogosphere – I know, I know. Fact of the matter is that on the see-saw of work/life balance, the “life” part became a little bit heavier the last couple of months. Truth be told building a new house, moving in when you are eight months pregnant, and then having a baby 6 days before Christmas eats into a lot of evening/weekend time (the times I usually spend writing blog posts). Needless to say, the Funeral Gal blog took a “holiday vacation”. While the life side may have weighed slightly heavier, the work side of things was almost equally as heavy. via Tumblr 7 Tips on Striking the Work-Life Balance Keynoters will focus on defying comparisons, building connections, creating quality customer experiences and taking action this year at the International Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Association’s Annual Convention & Exposition, April 5-8, 2017, in Nashville, Tennessee. via Tumblr Start Planning Your Trip To The ICCFA 2017 Annual Convention FUNERAL Hustle is a realtime look at what it’s like to be a social media marketer and death-care entrepreneur. Follow entrepreneur, Ryan Thogmartin, as cameras capture the travel, meetings, presentations and 1-on-1 jam sessions that showcase the grind…the FUNERAL Hustle. via Tumblr IT’S NOT WHAT YOU THINK IT IS – FUNERAL Hustle | 001 This week we talk about two bummers in life, death and taxes. Mandy Rhode, Director of Accounting at The Foresight Companies talks to us about Tax preparation. We sold out… We have a brand new drink that gives you color! Oh yeah, a WTF Text & Drive billboard and more! via Tumblr DEATH AND TAXES | FUNERAL nation 062 Inspiration can come from a variety of sources – a walk in the woods, a sunset on a lake or the shower in the morning. For Chris Boots of C. J. Boots Casket Company, one of the country’s leading manufacturers of solid hardwood, veneer and cremation caskets, inspiration for new and innovative casket models is found in a barn in Lapel, Indiana. “When I first met Jennifer (Spitz) of Distressed by Design and toured her workshop located inside a barn in Lapel, I felt an immediate connection,” stated Boots, President of C. J. Boots Casket Company. “She provides inspiration and the barn acts as a great stimulus; C. J. Boots is indeed fortunate to have this creative relationship with Jennifer.” via Tumblr C. J. Boots Adds Five New Models to Craft Casket Line There’s nothing like the start of a new year to give businesses a clean slate. Along with a budget reset, the turning of the calendar page signals a time to refresh everything else, including your marketing efforts and the services you offer. It’s hard to miss the ubiquitous list articles in virtually every industry, detailing […] Continue reading 8 Trends for 2017 That Funeral Pros Can’t Afford To Ignore on funeralOne Blog. 8 Trends for 2017 That Funeral Pros Can’t Afford To Ignore published first on YouTube via Tumblr 8 Trends for 2017 That Funeral Pros Can’t Afford To Ignore Our directors work with client families to arrange memorial services, presenting all options and ensuring experiences of the highest quality. We count on our directors to exemplify our core values, providing the most professional and ethical service possible. via Tumblr Funeral Director/Embalmer – VA If you ask funeral professionals what the biggest threat is that’s facing their profession, 9 times out of 10 you will likely get cremation as your answer. In the last few years alone, funeral directors have seen cremation rise from a second-choice funeral service option to families’ most popular pick for end-of-life services… and that trend is not slowing down. In fact, NFDA reported that the rate of cremation is projected to be 56% in 2020 and 71.1% in 2030 (which is not nearly as far away as it sounds). via Tumblr The 3 Biggest Threats To The Funeral Profession… EXPOSED |
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