Marketing Tactics to Drive Growth

February 5, 2025

Strategies, Technology, and Marketing Tactics to Drive Growth 

Connecting Directors recently hosted a webinar featuring Tribute Technology’s President of Commercial Markets Courtney Gould Miller, who shared expert advice on where to invest tech and marketing dollars in the coming year


You can click here to watch a FREE replay of the webinar anytime. 


Here are five of Courtney’s most powerful insights from the discussion. 


1️⃣ Define What Growth Means for Your Business 


"Growth means a whole lot of things to everyone. One of the first things that I welcome you to do as you think about your growth for 2025 is to define what it means for you." 


Whether it’s increasing revenue, expanding locations, serving more families, or improving efficiency, your first step toward sustainable success is setting a clear vision. 


2️⃣ Technology Isn’t Optional—It’s Essential 


"You can't do everything, and there is time and money to invest in technology. You want to choose the things that are going to have the highest ROI for your business." 


From AI-powered automation to on-demand training and CRM tools, investing in the right technology frees up time, enhances customer experiences, and maximizes efficiency. 


3️⃣ The Funeral Profession Must Embrace AI 


"One of my goals is to get the funeral profession as highly adapted to AI as possible because I think it's so important for us to stay ahead and continue serving our customers well." 


AI isn't a threat—it’s an opportunity. Whether it’s streamlining communication, enhancing lead follow-up, or personalizing marketing efforts, AI helps businesses operate smarter and stay competitive. 


4️⃣ Your Website Is More Than a Brochure—It’s a Business Driver 


"Your website needs to be more than just a brochure. It has to do real work for you—presenting your value, showcasing your differentiators, and funneling visitors into meaningful interactions." 


A well-optimized funeral home website isn’t just a place to host obituaries; it’s a tool for engagement, education, and conversion. Features like automated follow-ups, integrated chat, and lead-capturing tools help businesses turn website visitors into long-term clients. 


5️⃣ Marketing Without Measurement Is Just Guesswork


"The ultimate check is call volume, but you have to be honest with yourself about what contributes to that number. It’s not just leads—it’s how quickly and effectively they are followed up on." 


Tracking marketing performance isn’t just about website traffic or social media engagement—it’s about real business impact. The best marketing strategies integrate follow-up automation, lead nurturing, and data-driven insights to drive measurable success. 

The 2025 Growth Playbook Webinar underscored one vital truth: Growth doesn’t happen by accident—it happens by design. Those who embrace change, invest in technology, and commit to a solid strategy will not only survive but thrive in the years ahead. 


Are you ready to build your own growth playbook?


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