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- Belleville, NJ
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Hi Edgar,
That is great that you want to own your own spa. To do that requires some good business skills, start by developing your own practice so that you learn the ropes, after you start getting enough clients you will want to start hiring people…
Congratulations. It's a big accomplishment to complete school and get certified.
Ditto to Jim's comments. Good advice.
I also support therapists in their journeys. One of the common mistakes I see is not having a clear vision and not being sure how…
Hi Edgar,
Congratulations on your recent graduation! What are your plans now? Are you planning on having your own practice or working for someone?
A few things to keep in mind.
1. Keep clear on your purpose and vision
2. Master your chosen massag…
I AM HAPPY FOR MY DECISION TO BE A MASSAGE THERAPIST, ON 03/06/10.I WILL BE GETTING MY CERTIFICATION,AND I WILL NEED SOME PROFESIONAL ADVISES,
PLEASE I APRECIATE IF YOU TELL ME YOU EXPERIENCES ( GOOD AND BAD )
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- What was the name of your massage school/training program?
- o.r.i
- Which modalities do you practice?
- Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Reflexology, Sports Massage, Pre-natal Pregnancy Massage, Chair Massage
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Hi everybody. THIS IS THE FRESHMAN
I AM HAPPY FOR MY DECISION TO BE A MASSAGE THERAPIST, ON 03/06/10.
I WILL BE GETTING MY CERTIFICATION,AND I WILL NEED SOME PROFESIONAL ADVISES,
PLEASE I APRECIATE IF YOU TELL ME YOU EXPERIENCES ( GOOD AND BAD )
Posted on March 2, 2010 at 8:30pm — 3 Comments
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- At 2:56pm on March 27, 2010,
Ariana Vincent, LMT, MTI, NCTMB said… - Hi Edgar, Thanks for asking about marketing. Please take a moment to check out my website. It may offer you some inspiration regarding establishing a successful massage practice. www.arianainstitute.com. Here is the table of contents from Ariana Institute's Practice Building for Massage Therapists course. It is available online as well as in person.
1. Create A Clear Vision Of What You Want
2. You Are The Key To Your Own Success
3. Multiple Lead Generation Strategies
4. Become A Massage Therapy Instructor
5. Utilize The Services Of A Mentor
6. Business Cards
7. Intake Forms
8. Networking
9. Effective Use Of E-Mail
10. Direct Mail
11. Newsletters
12. Gift Certificates
13. Web Sites
14. Follow Up
15. Letters Of Appreciation
16. Signage
17. Publishing Articles
18. Print Advertising
19. Referral Incentives
20. Brochures
21. Effectively Emphasize Your Uniqueness
22. Nurture The Clients You Have
23. Increase Your Visibility
24. Open Houses For Massage Therapists
25. Adding Value
26. Pricing – Survey The Local Market
27. Be Your Best
28. Be Well Organized
29. Diversify And Prosper
30. Expand Your Beliefs
31. Resources
32. Creating A Success Plan
33. Utilize the Services of Resource Connection
34. 50 Marketing Tips For Practice Building
- At 9:56pm on March 11, 2010,
Jim Spears said…
- Hi Edgar,
Check this site out, it should help you get started with accomplishing your dreams. Massage Marketing Success
- At 11:26am on March 3, 2010,
Rick Morgan said… - Welcome Edgar. My advise, stay involved in this forum. You can learn a lot. This forum has so many incredible people sharing their wisdom.
Since you practice Pregnancy Massage, would you mind filling out a Pregnancy Massage Survey? It takes less than a minute. Thanks.
Pregnancy Massage Practitioner Survey
- At 8:23pm on March 2, 2010,
Darcy Neibaur said… - Welcome Edgar
- At 8:01pm on March 2, 2010,
Mike Hinkle said… - Glad you are here. Would you comment at this discussion, when you get a chance? Thanks
http://www.massageprofessionals.com/forum/topics/what-did-you-do-before-massage
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