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title: "Episode 16: Chris Johnson on embracing challenges"
description: Sepio Guard's Chris Johnson joins the podcast for a thought-provoking episode on servant leadership, having an abundance mentality, and the importance of viewing challenges as opportunities.
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# [Episode 16: Chris Johnson on embracing challenges](https://www.fdl.co/podcasts/episode-16-chris-johnson)

 Written by [Hillary Brooks](https://www.fdl.co/podcasts/author/hillary-brooksfuneraldirectorslife-com) | Jan 16, 2026 7:41:57 PM

What if every obstacle you faced in your funeral home was a growth opportunity?

 

Host Paul Lovelace welcomes Chris Johnson for a thought-provoking episode of *The Director’s Playbook. *The two talk about servant leadership, having an abundance mentality, and the importance of viewing challenges as opportunities.

 

For new ways to grow your business, tune in!

 

About Chris Johnson:

Chris Johnson is the Co-Founder and CEO at Sepio Guard. With over a decade of experience serving funeral homes and families, Chris brings practical, real-world insight into how to support families in their most vulnerable moments.

 

Connect with Chris [here](https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-johnson-78a4ba14/)!

 

Learn more about Sepio Guard [here](https://www.sepioguard.com/)!

 

About the podcast:

It’s no secret that being a funeral professional is more challenging than ever. Between meeting families' changing needs and navigating the ever-evolving landscape of funeral service, you need proven strategies you can rely on to grow your business. Join us as we share insights and solutions on how you can improve your care for families and increase your market share. Whether you're pursuing growth, aiming to reduce stress, or striving to stay on top of industry trends, *The Director's Playbook* offers the tools to help you thrive.

 

Have a topic you want to hear on the podcast? Share your ideas and feedback with us [here](https://share.hsforms.com/1pq5NVjTdR6-5m5Pm4_Xy4w2d2nt)!

 

Find more episodes [here](https://www.fdl.co/podcasts)!

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