Martin S. Harrell on LinkedIn: Obituaries - Brueggemann Funeral Home (2024)

As funeral service professionals, we navigate the darkest moments with families, but media calls can throw us a curveball. In the most recent issue of Funeral Business Solutions Magazine, we lay out some golden rules to turn every media call into an opportunity. Learn how to inform, educate, and reassure our communities effectively. Whether it's for a heartwarming community event or a challenging situation, we can continue being not just funeral professionals but community leaders ready to shine in any spotlight! Check out the full article for a media mastery crash course. Link below! 👇 #FuneralProfessionals #MediaMastery #CommunityLeadership #FoundationPartners 🌐 https://lnkd.in/esV9kXBE

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Check out this post from Tukios and let them know: Who would you add to the Mount Rushmore of Funeral Service?

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Looking for a #podcastrecommendation? We are excited to share that our CEO Carl Howard is the latest guest on #propertybantsandrants with Tony Piccirillo.In this first episode (of three), Carl shares insights on navigating complex industries, managing large teams and budgets, driving successful change and highlighting how we are committed to becoming the most trusted and admired in the property industry.Thanks to Tony and the team at AVRillo Conveyancing - stay tuned for part 2 and 3.#propertyindustry #propertyexperts #trustedandadmired #charity

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This 2MMM is a President’s Day message about how we have an opportunity to lead (still) by how we live our life. 2MMM: What will be said at YOUR Funeral?For this President’s Day, I was reflecting on impact and legacy.I want you to imagine YOU died. It’s now YOUR funeral.Picture it. The people you know sitting to hear those closest talk about your life.What will those coming up say about YOU?What was YOUR Impact, Your Legacy, and how you Lived your LIfe?We do it for Presidents. Let’s do it for ourselves now.Listen as I talk about these three areas. Then I have a challenge for you that may change how you go about your life this week, and maybe just maybe, for much longer.So that how you live is also how you want to be remembered.And I’ll see YOU at the next 2MMM!https://lnkd.in/gfPtDq_7

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At the Ranching for Profit School weteach principles that allow each person todetermine what the best practices are for their own uniqueoperation. Seth and McKay Haderlie learned how to go past doing some quick cowboy math to being able to use the Ranching for Profit framework to evaluate what would be the most profitable endeavor for their operation.#ranching4profit #profitability #businessstrategy

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Most funeral professionals view eco-friendly burial as a cheaper option.But did you know some families are willing to pay more for an eco-friendly funeral?Josh McQueen, Vice President of Marketing & Product, talks about families' views on natural burial and how funeral homes should be more service-oriented and less product-based.Watch the full episode to learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q01YCpTY0

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Last week, I finally connected with a member of an amazing 2G family business I had been pursuing for years. Things seemed promising—until I found his obituary in the paper this morning.In our line of work, we often facilitate a client’s final testament—capturing a lifetime of experiences, achievements, values, and expressions of gratitude. So, for us, "losing a client" carries a deeper meaning than "they’re taking their business elsewhere."To underscore the finality of our work, I designated one wall at Müllerhaus Legacy for a beautiful in memoriam gallery, honoring clients we’ve lost over the years. This wall serves as a daily reminder of the enduring value our work provides to the families, communities, and descendants impacted by our clients and their accomplishments.While it is always saddening to lose a client, the knowledge that we played a role in preserving their legacy gives us a sense of confident satisfaction. These sentiments are reinforced by the kind words we often receive from grateful family members.However, this morning I felt a unique sadness in losing a POTENTIAL client, never having had the chance to help them develop and pass down the legacy of such a remarkable family and business.Reading the obituary was strange. Although I have yet to meet a member of the family, I feel deeply invested in their story. I recognized all the names—parents, grandparents, siblings and children. I knew about his accomplishments, philanthropy, and interests. I suspect I even know things about their family history they do not.Over the years, I attempted a few direct outreaches with no response—not uncommon for HNW families. Finally, I secured a personal introduction through one of our other clients who played a round of golf with this family member.I called, followed up with an email, and received a response stating he had several things going on but would get back to me soon. I sent him a nice response letting him know what to expect as a follow up. He died the next day. Coming up short on "closing a deal" feels different when legacy is on the line. I constantly question my sales ability. Am I making the right contact, following up adequately, avoiding becoming a pest, effectively communicating, and explaining the value?In this case, did I simply wait too long?#familybusiness #familyhistory #familyoffice #wealthmanagement

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3 must-read takeaways from ICCFA 2023 👇👇👇If you attended convention, you know how quickly time passed. If you couldn't make it to Missouri, you might be wondering what you missed.We're here to catch you up!In this blog, you can read about 3 major takeaways from convention, including:- The positive effects of diversity in the workplace- What every family you serve has in common- And more!https://hubs.ly/Q01QKx3c0

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