7 Days Without God Makes One Weak
From whence comes the strength of the funeral professional? Does it come from working out at the gym? Does it come from eating a balanced diet of healthy...
The Wheel is Turning, But The Hamster’s Dead
Often ? because of lack of planning ? there isn?t a viable succession plan in place. I have known owners who have jealously guarded the bankbooks and purse...
Did Michelangelo paint the Sistine floor?
No way ? he painted the ceiling. Today that feat would not pose much of a problem thanks to hydraulic devices that can be positioned at the touch...
Do It Right – They’ll Come Back and Bring Their Friends
No matter what business you are involved in, one basic truth is paramount. Your personal standards of excellence must top the list of your priorities. If you want...
Your Website Looks Abandoned
Did someone break into your office and steal your common sense? When did you last change ANYTHING on your website? I swear that 95% of the websites I...
This I Believe
As a Funeral Director, I have spent over 40 years observing and forming a set of guidelines for my own beliefs. Hollow feelings are cast aside when a...
To Write With a Broken Pencil is Pointless
If the message we send is not received the way we intended it to be received or if it has not been sent the way in which we...
The Most Important Things In Your Home Are The People
Have you thanked someone on your staff lately? I don?t mean how many times the boss has thanked his employees for doing what he pays them to do,...
He Who Dies With The Most Toys Is Still Dead
As we make our way down the path that becomes our personal life journey, we accumulate many things. They range from the most to the least important, but...
There is a Big Difference Between Being Smart and Being Wise
I am amazed by the insight of the young people who leave comments on this website. Connecting Directors provides a wonderful forum - allowing members to identify themselves...