One of the biggest issues in the massage profession is that many employers of massage therapists will incorrectly classify their workers as independent contractors when they really should be employees. It is important that you understand the difference between the two and know how to use this in your favor when looking for a job […]
Massage Business Basics
Understanding Massage Business Basics will help you in creating a strong foundation for your massage business. Reading and learning everything you can about business will be an ongoing process and it will never end. There is always something new to learn. Here are some of the business basics to get you started: Figure out Your […]
Massage Business Plans
When starting a massage business you can start with a simple massage business plan to help you gather your thoughts and ideas about what you see for yourself and your massage business. As a sole proprietor, doing this once a year or more if needed can help keep you on track for starting and building […]
Spending Plans for a massage business
Every year I track my income and expenses on what is called a spending plan. I learned this from a money coach – Mikelann Valterra who I worked with for a few years. The system is quite unique in that it isn’t about creating a budget but it is about creating a plan of what […]
Raising your rates for massage
Raising your rates for massage can be an intimidating experience for massage therapists. I recommend that you raise your rates every few years. It is really a part of good self care while also just being a part of running a business. The cost of living goes up and your expenses go up each year […]
After the massage, there is the laundry
Yes indeed, Laundry is one of the biggest indicators that your massage business is going well. I bet you didn’t know that doing laundry would be such a big part of doing massage! I probably would have went into something else! Haha! Sheets are an important part of the process of the massage itself. I […]