What can I do with a photograph?

Sheryl Baumeister,
Human Resources

"Every time I see your face, it reminds me of the places we used to go. But all I've got is a photograph, and I realize you're not coming back anymore." - "Photograph" by Ringo Starr

As a child, I was exposed to a wide variety of music. The Grammys were a big deal in our household and we always looked forward to watching it. Continuing on that tradition, my family and I had the pleasure of watching Ringo Starr perform his song, "Photograph," this past Sunday night.

What does the Grammys have to do with memorials? For those of you who watched the performance, I'm sure you noticed the photos replaying the life of The Beatles. Every picture told a story and reminded us of our memories of their performances. Our designers at Trigard Memorials can help tell the story of a life lived by customizing a memorial any way you like, even with a photograph.

Let our staff assist you in helping your families tell the story of their loved one. Give us a call at 800.798.4900 for your next customized memorial.

This article originally appeared in Modern Memorialization, Trigard Memorials' weekly electronic newsletter featuring information for the funeral industry. Sign up for your free subscription at http://www.trigard.com/thursdays.


Product spotlight: Niche and crypt plates

Trigard Memorials' bronze or aluminum niche and crypt plates are the perfect complement to any new niche or mausoleum. Our exclusive high tech direct-to-metal machining process allows for direct photo replication, resulting in the finest detail in faces and images. Our team of experienced designers can create a collage of 3D photographs or a simpler design enhanced with a border and words of endearment.

Call 800.798.4900 to get started on your next project.

This article originally appeared in Modern Memorialization, Trigard Memorials' weekly electronic newsletter featuring information for the funeral industry. Sign up for your free subscription at http://www.trigard.com/thursdays.


Design tip of the week

Please scan images at 300dpi and save in .tif format. With these settings, our designers can produce the best quality memorial possible.

This article originally appeared in Modern Memorialization, Trigard Memorials' weekly electronic newsletter featuring information for the funeral industry. Sign up for your free subscription at http://www.trigard.com/thursdays.

Are you "listening" to nonverbal cues?

Stuart McDaniels,
Purchasing Manager

When we listen to someone speak we often focus solely on the spoken words.

We must remember nonverbal messages are also being sent through tone of voice, posture and facial expressions.

Understanding these nonverbal messages can be just as important, if not more, as listening to the words.

In the world of purchasing, not paying attention to nonverbal communication cues can lead to product specifications problems and missed delivery dates. 

If we do not clearly understand each other in business settings, meetings and negotiations can quickly go wrong.

Are you actively listening to your suppliers and customers to better understand their needs? Are you paying attention to what they are saying, as well as what they are not saying?

 Product spotlight: Reflection® urn

 

The Reflection® is a lined, sealed concrete urn vault with a thermoformed polymer liner and high quality exterior finish.

It has an additional protective layer of hand-crafted interior sheeting and is available in stainless steel, copper and bronze.

You can choose from a wide variety of color combinations and can even add a custom Appliqué®.

This article originally appeared in Modern Memorialization, Trigard Memorials' weekly electronic newsletter featuring information for the funeral industry. Sign up for your free subscription at http://www.trigard.com/thursdays.