Have the Talk of A Lifetime: July 2018 Update July 29, 2018 Get Referrals from the Have the Talk Website Everyday consumers engage with the Have the Talk of a Lifetime website, using all types of the materials. Many search for experts in their community. Are families able to find your funeral home by using the search tool on the Have the Talk of a Lifetime Consumer website, www.talkofalifetime.org? Signing up to be a part of this search tool is free and easy for members of NFDA: Visit www.talkofalifetime.org/search-yourself Search your zip code to see whether your business is already listed If your business is not in the search results: Include the Have the Talk of a Lifetime logo (available at www.famic.org – password: campaign) on the homepage of your website, and familiarize yourself and your staff with the program Then, simply complete the web form and submit for review You’ll then receive an email once your business is added to the search tool (within few days) Free Facebook Content Did you know that you can post, free content from the Have the Talk Facebook page to your business Facebook page? You can in two easy steps! 1. Simply follow the Have the Talk Facebook page 2. Then “like” our posts and share your favorite Have the Talk of a Lifetime Facebook post to your funeral home's Facebook page. This is a free and easy way to continue to generate quality content that is geared to your business and your families. Meet Mike! Connect with your community any time of year: use the Funeral and Memorial Information Council's (FAMIC) Have the Talk of a Lifetime initiative and inspiration for your next community outreach event! This unique consumer awareness campaign encourages families and friends to share stories about life, the things that matter most and how they want to be remembered. There are many benefits to hosting events in your community, including: Families learn about the importance of memorialization Positions you as a local expert Shines positive light on the profession Brings consumers to you The sky’s the limit, but FAMIC's new Have the Talk of a Lifetime: Community Events Guide offers a variety of ideas to get your creativity flowing, along with tips and tools to help you create a successful experience. Download it today! (You may want to consider using the Have the Talk of a Lifetime Conversation Cards as a fun activity or giveaway for your event!) Learn more about Have the Talk of a Lifetime initiative and the wide range of community outreach materials available to you at no cost on FAMIC's website. Have questions or require assistance? E-mail HavetheTalkofaLifetime@gmail.com. NFDA is a member of FAMIC, the association that created the Have the Talk of a Lifetime program.