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Sabbatical: Gratitude in Action

First, let’s start with a short intro on who Kris Seale is and then meander our way forward in time to the year 2024 when 260 of his 518 employees took a 30-day sabbatical. Yep – you read that righ...
By Kris Seale and Elli Morris
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Saturday, December 7, 2024

5 Technology Trends Shaping the Funeral Industry in 2025

When you think of innovation and cutting-edge tools, the funeral industry might not be the first thing that comes to mind. This is an industry steeped in tradition, where personal connection, empat...
By Rianne Lund
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Saturday, December 7, 2024

Embracing Technology in Your Funeral Home

TECHNOLOGY EXPLOSION We can likely agree that technology has exploded over the past forty years. While your great grandmother might have hung her clothes to dry on a clothesline, you’d be hard pres...
By Jim A. Luff
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Saturday, December 7, 2024

FTC Rule May Create a New Landscape for Employers – if it Passes. Non-Compete versus Non-Solicitation

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has proposed a rule that would ban all non-competes. The Rule, known as the ‘hold on to your seats for this one,’ ok, actually it’s the ‘Non-compete Clause Rule’ ...
By Poul Lemaster
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Sunday, November 10, 2024

PERSONALIZING FUNERAL PRODUCTS BEYOND CASKETS

When it comes to personalizing funeral products to reflect the life of a loved one, there seems to be an endless supply of options – from themed casket corners to embroidered casket cap panels. At ...
By Doric Marketing Team
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Sunday, November 10, 2024

FTC Regulation Banning Fake Reviews Takes Effect

On Oct. 21, as many funeral directors were attending the NFDA Annual Convention and Expo in New Orleans, a critical piece of government regulation went into effect. This change affects businesses a...
By Rick Gershman
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Sunday, November 10, 2024

THE POWER OF HOLIDAYS FOR FUNERAL HOME OUTREACH

One of the best and most efficient ways to grow your funeral home is by developing connections with members of your community. Outreach, if performed attentively and with purpose, builds trust with...
By Guy V. Winstead
In Articles
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
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As a funeral professional, you are more than a caretaker in times of loss; you are a pillar of comfort, guidance, and support for families navigating the journey of grief. You have the unique oppor...

THE POWER OF HOLIDAYS FOR FUNERAL HOME OUTREACH

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MONUMENTS AND MARKERS: Educating Funeral Directors for Enhanced Family Support

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EXPECT MORE From Your Case Management Software

When you run a funeral home, maximizing your time is maximizing your earning potential. The less time you spend entering information into your many systems, the more time you can spend taking care ...

MODERN CEMETERY MANAGEMENT: Streamlining Operations with Technology

In the 21st century, technology has permeated nearly every aspect of our lives, from how we communicate to how we manage businesses. The cemetery industry, often perceived as traditional and resist...