Undertaking the National Board Exams

Sweaty palms, increased heart rate and overthinking—to some, test taking can be an extremely stressful and daunting experience. But what about these factors when taking the National Board Exams, and how do they affect overall outcome? What are some ways and resources that can be utilized to avert these barriers, and how may we apply them to assure proficient success?

You Don’t Look Like a Funeral Director

That’s the typical response I get, from the young and old alike. Younger people have a stereotype of what a funeral director should look like – thank you Netflix. They might expect Lurch Adams or perhaps a character from “Six Feet Under.”  The older folks walk into a funeral home looking for a middle-aged, church-going man. I don’t fall into any of the above-mentioned categories, but that is the change in our industry. Join me in my exploration.

The Value of Education and Involvement

Funeral Professionals can never EVER get enough education or stop learning. Just like any other profession we must stay current and knowledgeable to properly take care of our families, our businesses, and our co-workers.

There are so many of us that think we’ve “got it” and we have all the tools on our belts already. This could not be further from the truth. Those who’ve “got it” are the ones who will never accept change and will continue to do the same thing each and every single day for the rest of their career.