Chris Turley asked:


Are you looking for your first career, or searching for a new career? One of my favorite films about jobs is “Office Space.” The movie is about a protagonist named Peter, who gets promoted after trying to get fired. In the end, he realizes that job satisfaction is much more important than any other aspect of an occupation. None of us lies on our deathbed wishing that we had worked another day in our lives. But is it impossible to find a dream job?

Life is short

Unless we inherit millions of dollars or hit the jackpot in the Powerball lottery, most of us work for roughly forty years of our lives. Life is short, so we might as well enjoy our jobs. If that happens, we will be better motivated, more productive, and less stressed-out.

Health is wealth

According to recent research, healthcare will remain one of the most marketable fields in the near future. Baby Boomers make up over a quarter of the U.S. population alone. Within the next decade, their mass retirements will cause the demand for healthcare service providers to skyrocket.

If you are interested in joining the healthcare industry, have you considered becoming a therapeutic massage therapist? Through various types of massages, such as massages with hot stones, you can help to make the world a healthier and more relaxed place. Here are some considerations you should make, before launching your career as a massage therapist:

1. Questions, questions. Are you a caring person? Do you like working with others? Can you “connect” with people? Can you work in an extremely quiet environment? Can you work with minimum supervision? If you answered “yes” to these questions, then massage therapy might be the perfect job for you!

2. Meeting the requirements. Keep in mind that various towns, cities, and states have unique professional requirements for massage therapists.

3. A whole new world. Determine what types of massages you want to specialize in. Do you want to focus on hot stones massages or Swedish massages? Does practicing medical, pregnancy, or animal massages (Yes, even Fluffy and Fido get sore muscles) interest you in particular?

4. School of massage. After locating several massage training schools and programs through the phone book and Internet, find one that meets your persona and needs.

5. Guinea pig massages. Friends, family members, and local organizations are excellent sources to get vital experience as a massage therapist.

6. Be your own boss. Having your own business means more control and more responsibilities, so determine if it is right for you.

7. Landing a job. Find massage therapist jobs through your massage training school or program, newspapers, and the Internet. Also, health clubs, spas, medical clinics and companies need massage therapists.

8. Obtain and retain clients. Remember that the best advertising is through professional and personal referrals. Via outstanding customer service, you can retain your clients.

9. Be (more) professional. Reading magazines and books, taking classes, and receiving massages with hot stones yourself, will help to improve your professional career as a massage therapist.

10. Care for yourself before caring for others. Here are some tips to keep you fit:

? Eat at least three healthy meals per day.

? Get at least half an hour of exercise daily.

? For each hour you are awake, get a half hour of sleep.

? Use yoga or tai chi to maintain balance in your life.

Starting or changing careers can seem like a daunting task. But with some careful research and planning, it can become a piece of cake. Working as a therapist for massage stone massages can become one of the most rewarding experiences in life. It will not rub you the wrong way!



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Jesse Miller asked:


Being a massage service it is very important that you take on the responsibility of creating an environment that is conductive to a healthy and relaxing but yet satisfying experience for your client. There are many different essentials that you will need to begin your massage therapy business, first thing you should always be aware that you will need money to start, and you should began with a great massage table.

Your massage table should be very comfortable and be accessible to you and your clients. Determining what type of massage table is right for you and your client will factor and to the things that you should need while doing each massage. For instance, you may need side pockets for your table, which will make it more accessible to move around your client and still be able to get the massage oils and cranes that you need as well as other products that may be involved. Unless you have a brick-and-mortar business, having a great massage table that is very comfortable and very accessible to your clients and had side pockets to store your equipment or essentials that you have, you should always think of these things first, it will help you in the long run.

When determining a great massage table, you should also think of the face cradle and how it would fit each client and it is adjustable or very comfortable with enough padding that your clients are not uncomfortable. But not too much padding that it will affect their posture and call is irritation or pain to their neck and back. You should also look at tables that have adjustable height settings and arm slings for your clients. Having arm slings is mainly for comfort for your client or patient. While this would not be considered a need for a good table. It certainly is something you should think of to have a step ahead of the other competition. The more you put into your business and the comforts of your clients, the more satisfied they will become and will determine repeat visits from them.

There are different types of tables some or more advanced and calls more so be aware this a good massage table will run you and your means to $600, which this is something that you will make back from your business. Next you will need to decide on what types of massage oil and massage cream that you would need for each client. Be aware of every client and their allergies, make sure that each client give you a complete history of allergies to avoid this issue and causing the client more trouble. This sounds personal, but if you explain this to your clients they will appreciate it in the end and you will avoid having issues later in your business. Although having the right essentials to do the job you should also have the right training. If you are not a certified massage therapist then you should not be trying to do this type of work without being properly trained. The reason is because you could do more damage than help, although it sounds as if a sides and something that you could do as well as anyone else.

Stop Your Stress from piling up and relieve your pain with a great Massage, and you can start with a Full Body Massage Or you May Want to Go With the Hot Stone Massage which is more in the area of gently rubbing, but if you want the full deal the entire Spa treatment you should go with the Spa Massage and you will get the royal treatment.

If a client mellower female makes it any special requests or suggestions in the therapist is obligated to professionally and forcefully identify the inappropriateness of these comments and deal with it in a professional way. A therapist should never take the liberty or advance themselves to a area that is not relevant to the area of the massage and the body that it should be used during a massage. Each client should be forewarned or three advised to what you are doing and you should never go past that. This will avoid future issues with a harassment or sexual advances and also will prevent you from having future issues. A relationship should be created between a client and a midsize therapist, but this relationship should be a type of nothingness and should be understood and honored with the boundaries of the relationship and will allow both parties to fill their roles appropriately.



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Joseph Holmes asked:


If you think gay male massage therapists cater only to other gay men, think again.

Massage therapy and its lasting benefits to the human body have been around for millennia. So it comes as no surprise to find the popularity of massage therapy at an all-time high, due in part to more serious attention offered from the medical field and the accolades subsequently awarded.

What may surprise you, however, is finding a new resurgence of massage therapists emerging from the gay community, and they mean business. On a playing field where massage therapy has moved up in rank as reputable business, openly gay men are standing front and center, replete and registered with certifications and licensing befitting serious businessmen. Sore-muscled people from all walks of life are touting the benefits of using a gay massage therapist, and their voices are getting louder. Sound intriguing? Keep reading.

Forget any negative notions about the ‘gay’ aspect of it, especially if you are a straight man prone to homophobic angst. Free yourself from that out-dated fear and commit this to memory: Gay massage therapy is not synonymous with gay sex. Gay men daily roam the world of free enterprise where sexual orientation is about as important as eye-color.

Men get massages from other men all the time without fear of the situation remotely bordering on the sexual. And why not? Any ethic-minded masseur establishes this at some point: Massage therapy is not sex therapy—gay or straight. Straight men have benefited from safe and rewarding massages under the healing care of gay men and never know it. Or, as in some cultures, maybe they did and still do and couldn’t care less. Either way, the experience was no less rewarding.

Some women actually seek out a gay masseur. Perhaps it is the allure of a male therapist that draws them. These women want an environment where they can experience a safe, non-sexual, and rewarding massage from a man—just like the straight guys. Who could be more ideal than a gay masseur?

Answer: Probably no one. Why not a masseuse or straight masseur? Again, comfort level. Some women insist on a gay masseur. Reason? He seems more in tune with nurturing. In which case, some female clients leave a lot of poor body-image baggage outside the door than if they were receiving a massage from anyone else. With an openly gay masseur, a woman may lower her shackles of unhealthy inhibitions enough to consider a clothing-optional massage. Lying undraped, her massage experience becomes far more rewarding. And yes—I repeat—safe.

One may ponder: So, a gay masseur is just another masseur?

Well, not so much, and that’s good news for you.

Stereotypes ignored, why not consider there’s truth in that gay men may typically be more sensitive to the needs of others around him? In the case of providing a beneficial massage, healing power of touch for him may seem more intuitive than learned. But don’t be fooled. A gay masseur won’t pull any punches when it comes to searching out that shoulder-clenching angst and go to town, knuckles and all.

Massage therapy in the fullest of holistic approaches offers more benefits for a client comfortable enough to lie completing unclothed, with or without a thin sheet of drapery for warmth and basic human sense of security. This is not about exhibitionism; it is about removing any inconvenience separating sore muscles from trained hands.

Basically, just go with it. Relax and note if the massage space is intimate, allowing more thoughtfulness to mood-enhancing details. Or maybe the wall color is serene in candlelight, and soft music clears the mind. Suddenly, your weary soul lies in wait for more than just oil being kneaded into the valley of a sore back. Your soul wants let loose with no boundary, and it’s long overdue.

Ah, Massage Utopia, you imagine. Why, professional massage therapist’s world-over must be setting these same stress-allaying stations, right? Wrong. Especially when it comes to corporate massage business.

Few people know pro masseurs—gay or straight—employed with name-brand gyms and uber spas must follow strict guidelines. Who hasn’t walked away from such places feeling incomplete, if you felt much at all? Ok, perhaps it felt “nice”, but it certainly wasn’t memorable. Maybe the ambience was sterile, if it existed at all. Maybe the session felt rushed. Maybe massage sans attire was prohibited, thanks to Big Business imposed regulations guaranteeing a mediocre experience.

But forget all that. You have now been enlightened to a better alternative—your gay masseur in his privately owned practice. If you don’t find ‘Gay Masseur’ listed in the Yellow Pages, or if you’re pretty certain he isn’t living next door, then your best (and guaranteed bet) is accessing the Internet.

Through specific web sites such as FindAMasseur.com, you are almost certain to find one within a short drive. But even if the drive is farther than you thought, don’t give up. These gay-thus-cooler masseurs are coming closer to home sooner than you think. What we consider the benefits of the big city are starting to spread into smaller communities. And openly gay massage therapists are right in the charge.

Once you find your fantastic gay masseur you’ve frantically searched for, complete with a privately owned practice, you’re in for a stress-wringing treat. You’ll see why his carefully assembled environ of serene warmth will provide a place so safe, you’re likely to visit that astral plane au naturel. With fewer restrictions, making such a request will feel, well, perfectly natural.

Let’s face it; draping the human form is definitely high art when it comes to a classical Greek sculpture. But not so much when you crave the royal treatment of massage therapy happily attended by an openly gay massage therapist. After all, clothed and draped during a massage is like sunbathing in a parka.



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Dallas Dougan asked:


It is easy to understand how it might be uncomfortable to receive a massage from a stranger. Many of us have never sought a professional massage for this very reason, even though we recognize that it would feel good and be very healthy. Many men feel nervous that they will become sexually aroused during a massage intended to be physically therapeutic, and worry about the embarrassment of an unwanted erection. This is why many men prefer to receive their massage from a fellow man, to avoid any wandering thoughts that could tense them up and distract them from alleviating their physical tension.

Gay men often feel similarly uncomfortable receiving a massage from a straight man, but at the same time have trouble feeling physically connected to a female masseuse. The solution for gay men is to find a gay masseur to massage them, but this can be easier said than done. Many massage parlors prefer not to advertise themselves as “gay friendly” for fear of scaring away their straight clients. Meanwhile, potential gay clients are intimidated by the services that are available.

No matter whether you are a straight, gay, or bisexual man, there are some clear benefits to the experience of receiving a massage from another man. For a straight man, there is the experience of non-sexual intimate contact with another man that can help to alleviate feelings of insecurity and to boost self-esteem. Men often feel that they cannot connect intimately with other men because they failed to establish deep, open relationships with their own fathers. The psychological turmoil that remains can last for a lifetime and can interfere with promising and profitable social and business relationships.

For a gay man, there is also an element of being a part of a disenfranchised, even ostracized social group. It can be very difficult to have the types of trusting and open feelings towards others that facilitate muscle relaxation, making for a good and relaxing massage. Knowing that your masseur is also a gay man can help you to feel connected and comfortable enough to enjoy the health benefits of massage and also the psychological benefits of intimate platonic contact.

Every man should experience the comfort and fulfillment of receiving a massage from a trained male masseur. The psychological benefits of comfortable, nonjudgmental intimacy with another man can hardly be overestimated. The physical benefits of massage are well-known, but the body must be ready to receive the massage for maximum benefit. Any situation with is conducive to increased relaxation will also help to increase the physical benefits of the massage, and hormonal and pheromonal compatibility between men who share a similar purpose can also be highly therapeutic.



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Nicolay Kreidler asked:


Scrubs, masks, cocoons, wraps, fango packs, glows and polishes, to name a few, are all services that are typically offered at day and resort spas in addition to and in conjunction with massage therapy.

All spa treatments have therapeutic qualities, address issues and concerns from sunburn to stress. Many utilize natural ingredients and an application that focuses more on the therapeutic qualities of the product(s) used, rather than the physical aspect of massage modalities. Two main components of spa treatments are exfoliating (scrubs) and moisturizing to maintain a healthy skin. In between there are a myriad of possibilities ranging from invigorating to relaxing and from detoxifying to nourishing.

As a massage therapist faced with the reality of injury and burnout related to the physical challenges of doing deep-tissue like massages or manipulations, the question arises what other forms of revenue can be generated using licensure, training and equipment.

Developing a menu of spa treatments is one great way to not only distinguish oneself from the competition, but also to perform additional sessions without taxing the body.

Many spa treatments can be performed without needing to have a shower available. They can utilize products that can stay on the body or the therapist can use moist towels to remove the product before proceeding to the next step of the treatment. In fact I even have a selection of spa treatments I offer for outcall massages.

If a shower is available, there are virtually no limitations to the kinds of treatments one can offer. For some clients who receive treatments at home and have a shower, I offer full spa treatment experiences that include a massage.

Many spa treatments can be offered as an upgrade to a massage or be specifically designed for a body part such as a moisturizing foot and hand masque or a calming décolleté treatment.

Full spa treatments can take the usual 60 minutes and include foot, hand and scalp massage while the client is taken through a number of steps that feature resting times during which a specific product unfolds its therapeutic qualities.

A simple wrap for a sunburned client, who comes in wanting a massage, could be using propolis and aloe vera to heal, lavender lotion to cool and calm and coconut milk to seal in the effects and moisturize the skin. Apply the products, wrap the clients in a sheet and proceed with a gentle scalp massage. Half an hour later, the products will have been absorbed and the client can take home a bottle of lavender lotion (and some sunscreen).

You can charge a premium for product use and as you see, retailing products will become a natural extension of your care for your client.

The products needed for spa treatments can be purchased from a vendor who wholesales to the spa industry or even more fun, put together from natural, organic ingredients you can often buy at the local health food store. Salt and sugar scrubs are a great example, honey. A little study and you can assemble simple treatments on your own.

There are also other options such as Spa College.(www.spa-college.com).They have designed classes specifically for therapists to learn all they need to know about putting together a spa treatment menu



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Jonathan Hook asked:


Massages are great. They are a wonderful way to reduce stress, ease tension, and lessen the pain associated with tense and stiff muscles. However, many people are unaware that there are certain conditions that make receiving a massage a bad idea. Since massage is powerfully effective at increasing and stimulating circulation, it can have a negative effect on certain health conditions. You should always consult with your health care provider before deciding whether or not to have a massage.

The first condition that would prevent you from receiving a massage is if you have a fever. You may think that a massage may relax you and help your body heal quicker, however the opposite is true. When you have a fever, a massage will cause your Immune System to work double time. This will actually make you feel ill as your body tries to fight the fever as well as remove toxins from other areas of your body. It is best to let your body rest and fight the fever and save a massage for when you are in optimum health. The same holds true if you are suffering from the common cold or flu symptoms.

Sports Massage is a great remedy for preventing strains, sprains, and other sports related injuries. Likewise, Sports Massage can help an athlete increase his or her performance by increasing flexibility and stretching tendons and ligaments. However, you should never attempt to use massage to treat a serious injury. If you have broken or fractured bones, you should not try to treat them with massage. In the same manner, sprains may become more severe with the use of massage so always use Sports Massage when you are in good health and never try to treat a serious injury with massage. You should always follow the advice and recommendation of your health care provider when determining whether or not to use massage.

Since massage involves skin-to-skin contact, you should never have a massage if you have any type of skin lesions, sores, open wounds, or if you have any type of contagious disease or condition. Always practice safety first and wait for any contagious conditions to heal completely before scheduling a massage.

The best rule of thumb is to use common sense, and if in doubt then ask your physician or health care provider. You may be surprised to discover that your doctor will not recommend therapeutic massage for a number of conditions due to the fact that the massage may trigger negative or adverse reactions. When you meet with your massage therapist, you will fill out a questionnaire that will address all of your health concerns and conditions. It is important to fill out these questions to the best of your ability and let the massage therapist know if you are taking any prescription medications. Your health should be handled from a holistic point of view. This means that your health care provider and your massage therapist should work harmoniously to find the best methods for your specific conditions.



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Jesse Miller asked:


Thinking back if I had someone to help me succeed in my business and then I would be so much further in life as well as my business would be that much more advanced in the business industry that I am in. So I’m going to give you a little information that will help you further your business at as a massage therapist. When deciding on what type of massage therapist, you would like to be you should think of things like.

When joining a massage, such as a full body massage clients or usually asked or instructed to remove their clothing to allow the body to be free of distractions for the massage there is. The amount of clothing worn during size is really dependent on each and every type of massage been administered. It is normal to be completely undress dharna full body or a Swedish massage, but can be avoided or Ousley is not necessarily if the client does not want that. If clients prefer to wear panties or breeze during size. And should not be pushed upon the client to do otherwise. Remember each and every client should be a what to wear whatever they choose, regardless of the therapist or the type of massage that they have done.

For instance, make sure that there has adjustable height, and it is very sturdy as well. Also make sure that the home, around the face that cradles it is very comfortable and well padded, if you are planning to do house cause then you would need to make sure that your bed has accessible pockets that you can place massage oil and massage cream in them. There are a variety of different reasons why a client which won a massage. For instance, it will help relieve stress, give relaxation to the client, at a general wellness, enhanced circulation, and improve on their flexibility.

You should always think of your clients first in their comfort, but because they are coming to you to solve a problem. And they should be a will to get the full benefits and more if possible, this will always satisfy them and give you more credibility toward your future in the business. You could also think of using arm foam for comfort, extra sturdy legs, rustproof instruction and light weight. But remember, the more you add to your table of the war the table will cost you buy in the and is it worth the extra money to gain a clients trust and repeat business. You can also add other things your table to give it more of a luxury filled for your clients, you could add arm slayings, which is mainly from comfort for your clients and you should always make sure that your table is very sturdy and does not slide across the floor while you are performing the massage, this is very important because you could cause more damage to the client and their muscles.

Stop Your Stress from piling up and relieve your pain with a great Massage, and you can start with a Full Body Massage Or you May Want to Go With the Hot Stone Massage which is more in the area of gently rubbing, but if you want the full deal the entire Spa treatment you should go with the Spa Massage and you will get the royal treatment.

There are different ways that a resize their business trained to do the size different areas with different pressure points and if you are not trained to do this you could cause more pain and irritation to the muscles and bones. If you fill that this information has helped you in any way to succeed in your business then look for a follow up on future articles that will be published to help you succeed and become the best massage therapist in your area.



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Robert Vignoli asked:


As a massage therapist it is vital to know the various parts of the human body and understand their significance. Two terms that you should know and understand are Golgi tendons and muscle spindle cells. As a massage therapist it is important to know these two sensory neuron proprioceptors and know what they do. The muscle spindle, for instance, is a proprioceptor that relays information regarding changes in the length of muscles.

The Golgi tendon is a different type of proprioceptor that relays information regarding muscle tension changes. These two proprioceptors are important for stretching muscles and conditioning muscles. Together they help to protect the muscles from overstretching and becoming injured. First, though, it is important to know what each is and its particular function.

What are Sensory Neurons

Neurons are cells that work to carry messages through the body. The neurons are responsible for telling you to bend your finger or flex your foot. They also make sure that you don’t overstretch your muscle or apply too much tension to a tendon, thus avoiding injury. Every neuron is comprised of a cell body and nerve fibers. It is the nerve fibers that receive impulses from other neurons and then send that information to the cell body. The fibers then send the impulses away from the cell body to other neurons.

The Golgi tendon organs and muscle spindle cells are both sensory neurons called proprioceptors. These sensory neurons are located in nerves and tracts but their cell bodies are found just outside of the spinal cord. They move messages from sensory organs in the tendons and muscles to the spinal cord. Some of these neuron fibers are called proprioceptive fibers. These fibers monitor the way that a muscle contracts and stretches as well as measures the tension that is in a tendon and transmit’s that information to the spinal cord so that the information can be processed. This feedback allows the body to know positions and postures of the limbs even when they cannot be seen.

What are Golgi Tendons

Golgi tendon organs are located in the collagen fibers of the tendon at the point where the tendon fibers merge with the muscle fibers. While they function in a manner that is similar to muscle spindle cells in that they measure muscle changes, they only become activated when there is contraction of the tendon. They also monitor changes in the tension of the muscle that comes from a change of the muscle length. When the tendon or muscle is overstrained, it sends a message to the muscle which causes it to relax. This is important for preventing injury.

What are Muscle Spindle Cells

Muscle spindle cells are located in the muscle fibers, parallel to them. Their function is to monitor and measure muscle length on a continual basis, both when the muscle is at rest and when it is stretched as well as the speed of changes in muscle length. The muscle spindle cell is located inside the muscle while the Golgi is located at the end of the muscle.

How do the Golgi Tendon Organs and Muscle Spindle Cells Work Together

The muscle spindle cells have a very effective working relationship with the Golgi tendon organs. The muscle spindle monitors the changes in length and the speed of those changes within the muscle. It sends the message to the spine to convey the information to trigger the stretch reflex. This stretch reflex, for which the Golgi tendon organs are a part, tries to stop the change of the length of the muscle. This is a protective feature of the human body that prevents injury. The more the muscle tries to stretch and the faster it tries to stretch, the more the Golgi tendon organs cause it to contract. Over time, the muscles can be trained so that the stretch reflex allows for more and more of a stretch before contracting.

As a massage therapist it is important that you understand how the Golgi tendon organs and muscle spindle cells work together to prevent injury to muscles. As you work and stretch the muscles of your client, you must pay attention to the response of their body. Learn to detect the muscle spindle cell’s span and ability to stretch, but also learn how to detect when the Golgi tendon organs begin to work to prevent injury. Then learn how to work with that push-pull action to help lengthen the muscle and increase the muscle spindle cell’s ability to stretch the muscle until the Golgi tendon organs attempt to stop the stretch. This will help you prevent injury to your client and help them work with sports injuries.



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Pete Miguel asked:


Austin is a wonderful and exciting city to be in and it has grown really famous around the world especially for its music. This gorgeous city located in the heart of Texas has a lot of things to offer to both its local residents and foreign visitors. You will never run out of food choices once you get to Austin, a single vacation visit will never be enough to be able to try all the excellent choices of first class restaurants within it.

However, due to its growing economy and ever increasing number in business establishments, life in Austin has gotten a lot busier nowadays compared to what it used to be in the old days. And for this very reason, a lot of people living in Austin are looking for ways to relax and unwind their selves from the stress mostly brought about by the busy environment.

Finding a good Austin massage therapist is definitely one of the best solutions to soothe your self and take a quiet and relaxing moment after one tiring day. However, with so many people readily offering their therapy services, you should choose your therapist wisely.

If you are currently staying within Austin area, here are some important considerations you should keep in mind when choosing the right Austin massage therapist to hire:

Speaking of convenience, you planned to hire your own massage therapist so you can call him/her up at the most convenient time for you. This being the case, you should find someone who is located within the same vicinity of your Austin residence or at least a location that is near your place. And with so many establishments now providing services on different methods of relaxing all over Austin, there sure is one available massage therapist somewhere in your area.

It helps to know what sort of technical expertise your massage therapist posses if you at least find out what extensive training did he/she undergo. Mostly, technical skills are influenced from the school where the therapist took classes from. Massage schools in Austin are being offered these days for people who choose to be experts on this field. Austin has some of the most reputable and famous schools for massage therapy in the entire United States, and Austin School of Massage Therapy is simply one of the finest to recommend.

When getting an Austin massage therapist, the technique being used is perhaps the most important thing to know especially if you need a specific type of massage to be applied on your body. One of the things you should remember before getting a massage therapist is that you should be well aware of the massage treatments that are right for you because it involves penetration of the pressure points within your body. There are also possible dangers attached to getting the wrong body stimulation. Your massage therapist should actually initiate knowing the types of massage you want to have because it will be their job to provide you with what you need.



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James Thomas asked:


In every professional field there are practitioners that have all the success they desire and those that struggle just to pay the bills.

As a professional massage therapist for 6 years (now retired) I have experienced both of these realities but at the height of my career I had a thriving and successful massage business that brought in an income well into 6 figures annually.

Over the years I’ve had the privelege of working with many different therapists and I have observed both in them and in myself, what ‘attributes’ set the really successful massage therapists apart from those that we’re struggling.

In my opinion here are the core 5.

1) Passion

Successful massage therapists love their work. In fact they couldn’t imagine doing anything else that could possibly excite them and give them as much personal satisfaction and fulfilment as being a massage therapist. This genuine ‘passion’ is easily felt by their clients and keeps them coming back for more of that ‘wonderful energy’.

2) Positivity

Successful massage therapists strive to maintain a positive attitude. They give themselves the confidence they need by ‘choosing’ to believe in themselves and their abilities. By focusing their desires, thoughts and actions on achieving specific goals they become more and more empowered. They are then able to more effectively empower their clients.

3) Entrepreneurial Spirit.

Successful massage therapists see their themselves as running a ‘business’. They realize that they are both a ‘provider’ of massage and a ‘marketer’ of massage at the same time and that their success comes from doing both things well. They research and develop effective systems to both market, manage and grow their massage business and they also are continually on the look out for creative ways to ‘leverage’ their time and energy to increase their income beyond just performing massage.

4) Giving

Successful massage therapists are ‘givers’ plain and simple. They see themselves as offering a valuable ’service’ to their clients and they really enjoy providing it to them. They have a genuine desire to really help improve their client’s health and wellbeing and pride themselves on giving 110% in every treatment.

5) Walk Their Talk

Successful massage therapists follow their own advice. By this I mean they themseleves receive regular massage and are conscientious about living well and also achieving their dreams. They genuinely ‘walk their talk’ and this integrity makes what they say to their clients and the treatments they give to their clients all the more powerful.

Ultimately wherever you are today in your career, it has been your thoughts and actions (i.e. your decisions) that have brought you to where you are today.

If you have not yet created your ideal massage business, then you may find great benefit in further developing and practicing the above 5 attributes.

One thing that’s for sure is that if you continue to think and act in the same way, then you will continue to experience similar results.

If we want a different result, then we need to take a different approach. It’s really that simple.

Wishing you a happy, successful and fulfilling massage business!



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