Your Funeral Coach Talks

Listen in to Your Funeral Coach Talks podcast as Lisa Baue interviews the brilliant Scott Newton, her esteemed Collaborative Network Partner from Graystone Associates. Graystone Associates is an exceptional business advisory firm that specializes in the funeral service industry, consistently ranking among the top independent firms in the United States, Canada, and Southeast Asia.

In this episode, Lisa and Scott dive deep into the world of business management, imparting invaluable wisdom on training, developing your people, and fostering growth within your enterprise. Prepare to enhance your business acumen and discover the secrets to becoming a better leader and entrepreneur.

Listen in to Lisa Baue of Your Funeral Coach Talks podcast as she sits down with the Executive Director of the Cremation Association of North America (CANA), Barbara Kemmis. In this episode, Lisa and Barbara delve into the exciting details of CANA's 105th Cremation Innovation Convention in August in Washington, where Lisa will be presenting on the crucial topics of leadership, mentoring, and investing in your staff.

But that's not all — Barbara also shares invaluable insights gleaned from CANA's groundbreaking national consumer research. With probing questions about the final resting place of cremated remains and what that means to different audiences, this research offers a fresh and insightful perspective on end-of-life decision-making.

Listen in to Your Funeral Coach Talks podcast as Lisa Baue talks with Sean Fagan, Owner of Leap Tie Marketing. In this episode, they discuss the importance of giving your website a spring cleaning. Whether your website is new or old, there are design best practices and regulatory compliance standards that you should follow to ensure that your website is user-friendly, visually appealing, and accessible to everyone. They discuss tips for comparing your website to your competitor's, creating a clear call-to-action, and more!

Get ready for our upcoming Spring Newsletter, filled with valuable insights and engaging content! Our Collaborative Network Partners will be sharing informative and interesting articles, and we're excited to feature an article from Sean Fagan with more tips and tricks for refreshing your marketing. Don't miss out on this opportunity to stay up-to-date with the latest profession news and trends. Sign up today to receive the Newsletter directly in your inbox by visiting www.yourfuneralcoach.com/newsletter-sign-up-form/.

In this week's episode of Your Funeral Coach Talks, host Lisa Baue sits down with Author, Speaker, and Facilitator, Kevin O'Connor, to discuss his latest book, "Two Floors Above Grief." Through a collection of personal letters written by O'Connor and his family members, the book offers a perspective on life as O'Connor takes us on a journey through his unique upbringing as a funeral home child. 

Join Lisa and Kevin as they dive into the fascinating details and anecdotes of his upbringing, and explore the themes of grief, family, and legacy that are woven throughout the book. Whether you're a funeral professional or simply interested in exploring the rich history of funeral homes, this episode is not to be missed.

Be sure to visit www.kevinoconnorauthor.com to order your copy of "Two Floors Above Grief" and learn more about Kevin O'Connor and his work.

Listen in as Lisa Baue of Your Funeral Coach is joined by her Collaborative Network Partner, Coleen Ellis, a recognized leader within the world of Pet Death Care. Coleen is a sought-after international speaker, author, and founder of Pet Angel Memorial Center, Two Hearts Pet Loss Center, and Coleen.Rocks. Coleen shares her journey through different career paths as a woman in the funeral profession, and what lead her to where she is today. Coleen and Lisa share lessons and tips that can support women within the funeral and death care profession.

Listen in as Lisa Baue from Your Funeral Coach Talks podcast is joined by Erin Creger of Envision Strategic Partners and one of the founders of Death Care Collective. Death Care Collective is a safe space for women to connect, be vulnerable, and to feel seen and heard. Erin shares her story about what drove her toward the funeral service profession. Lisa and Erin discuss how the Death Care Collective came into fruition and the support and opportunities it offers to women in funeral service. 

Calling all Professional Women!
Listen in as Lisa Baue of Your Funeral Coach Talks podcast is joined by Melissa Posey Loose, MA, LFD, CCO of National Funeral Directors Association as they discuss the exciting details of the upcoming NFDA Professional Women’s Conference!
 
We are honored to be one of the sponsors for the 2023 National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) Professional Women’s Conference taking place May 5-7 in San Antonio, Texas. There is an exciting lineup of speakers sharing a wide range of topics, scholarship opportunities, engaging discussions, networking, and more! To register for this inspiring conference, visit www.nfda.org/pwc
 

This month for Women’s History Month we honor women from the past and present who are making history as leaders in the Death Care profession. Listen in as Lisa Baue of Your Funeral Coach Talks podcast is joined by Kim Medici Shelquist as she shares some of her leadership lessons and tips. Kim is the former Senior Vice President of Strategic Planning for Homesteaders Life Company, a role she retired from late last year. She currently consults on the company’s ForGrief.com initiative.  

Listen in as Lisa Baue of Your Funeral Coach Talks podcast is joined by her Collaborative Network Partner, Sean Fagan, Owner of Leap Tie. Lisa and Sean discuss best practices in marketing and specializing in funeral service. Sean shares the importance of tracking marketing and knowing who is interacting with your ads and how to build a relationship out of that analysis.   

Listen in as Lisa Baue of Your Funeral Coach is joined by her Collaborative Network Partner, Kristen Ernst, MA LPC from the Center for Hope and Healing as they discuss the importance of rest. Kristen shares mindfulness tips and tricks and how you can implement them into your practice.