Employee Pushback – A Strategy
Article originally appeared on FuneralHomeConsulting.com A client and friend of mine recently spent days revising the staff schedule to be more efficient and effective. He took great pains...
What A Family Suicide Taught Me About The Invaluable Role Of Funeral Directors
Article originally appeared on funeralOne A few weeks ago, I received a heartbreaking call that no person ever wants to take… My younger cousin, at the tender age...
Strange things 9 famous people said right before they died
Article originally appeared on Business Insider People's last words are fascinating. Some share a nugget of wisdom, while others throw in one last joke. Somehow, these last words end...
The Science of Longtime Couples Who Die Close Together
Article originally appeared on NY Mag On Wednesday morning, former NFL quarterback Doug Flutie’s father, Dick, died of a heart attack. Less than one hour later, his mother,...
10 Facts You Need to Know About Hospice
Article originally appeared on AARP An interesting thing happens when Dawn Gross brings up hospice to patients or their families: "Oh, no, we don't want that!" they often say. "OK,"...
Why death should be discussed in school — and how teachers should handle it
Article originally appeared on Washington Post How do you explain to hundreds of grade school children that a beloved kindergarten teacher with breast cancer is dying? That’s the...
Foundation Partners Group Promotes Justin Baxley
Newly Created Position Will Focus on Business Development and Acquisitions Foundation Partners Group has promoted Justin Baxley to the role of senior vice president of business development. Baxley...
FUNERAL nation Episode #7: Is The Funeral Consumers Alliance the Enemy?
funeralnation.tv - In this episode we go head to head with Josh Slocum, executive director, of the Funeral Consumers Alliance. We ask Josh about the FCAs call for funeral...
7 Ways to Host a Holiday Event at Your Funeral Home
Article originally appeared on Golden Rule FH It’s just about that time of year. The weather has cooled. Coats, sweaters, and scarves are out. Hot chocolate is on...
New Memorials Direct is now Bailey & Bailey
New Memorials Direct is changing its name to Bailey and Bailey. They are still one of the world’s largest suppliers of quality cremation jewelry and offer one-stop shopping...