Years ago, a coach at a leadership retreat handed me a blank piece of paper and asked me to draw my life. Every high year climbing up, every hard year dropping low, one long line from where I started to where I stood that day. I thought I would sail
By Lisa Baue The numbers have dropped for the last two years in employee engagement, and they should stop every funeral and death care service company owner and leader in
In today’s fast-paced work world, the idea of employee well-being is everywhere. Companies talk a lot about caring for their workers, but how many are really walking the walk? The article “Is Your Company Truly Caring, or Just Carewashing?” highlights a serious problem: some companies make big promises about caring for their employees but don’t […]
The question I often find myself asking is: What percentage of dedicated professionals are we losing in deathcare? In a field that demands immense emotional resilience, empathy, and a unique set of skills, retention isn’t just about numbers—it’s about valuing and nurturing the individuals who pour so much of themselves into their work. For women in […]
What is the key to happiness? It’s different for everyone. In the funeral service and deathcare profession, where we encounter life’s most profound moments, the discovery of happiness and fulfillment can be particularly challenging yet deeply rewarding. Let’s explore how to achieve both happiness and fulfillment, drawing insights from recent psychological research and the wisdom […]
As women leaders in the funeral service and deathcare profession, we face unique challenges. Gallup’s research, particularly the article “Women’s Engagement Advantage Disappears in Leadership Roles” by Camilla Frumar and Anna Truscott-Smith, highlights that women generally exhibit higher levels of engagement than men at nearly all organizational levels. However, this engagement advantage tends to disappear […]
In deathcare, we are no strangers to the emotional and psychological demands of our roles. As professionals dedicated to supporting others through their grief, it’s essential that we also prioritize our own mental health and well-being. A recent article from Fortune highlights the growing need for healthier work environments that prioritize mental health. According to the American […]
As women in the deathcare and funeral service profession, we often find ourselves in the role of guiding and supporting others through some of the most challenging moments of their lives. While our work is deeply fulfilling, it can also be emotionally taxing. That’s why it’s crucial to prioritize our own well-being and self-respect. According […]
