Cheryl Mulligan's Page

Hi Cheryl!

Thanks for writing!
Hmmm....excellent question.
Well, what I have done in the past for trying to get business is to include a welcome letter with my picture and benefits of massage. Many businesses are wary of liability issues - so a great selling point is your ABMP membership.
The biggest challenge we all face right now, is the economy and the Swine Flu. Many workers are out sick, and many businesses are cutting back on all "nonessential" expenses. Of course, we know, that massage IS essential - but this can fall on deaf ears.

One great piece of advice - but this requires getting out of your comfort zone; Go directly to the place you want to work. Call first to see if you can get an appointment with the Wellness Coordinator or the Employee Benefits Coordinator. Be kind, but be a presence. Really think about where you want to work. What kinds of businesses do you like?
One option that might work for you, is to find a nation chair massage company. Infinite Massage is a company I found on the internet. I had been looking for other ways of getting business when I stumbled into them. I'm not sure what states they provide service for - but the great people there would be willing to talk with you. Amber Hernandez, the onsite coordinator is wonderful!! (Yes, I am slightly biased! : )) Your pay as an independent contractor is lower per hour, but your workload is lightened considerably. They do the advertising and have online booking and payment. I call it a temp agency for LMTs. Amber calls me when there is a job in my area and tells me the pay for the job (generally at about $40/hr) and where I will be going. The assignments are fun, very interesting and rewarding.

I really hope this helps! I would love to hear about your experience.

Best Wishes,

Jill Grove

P.S. My neighbor hails from Seacaucus.