Massage Business Blueprint

Worrying about taxes is the last thing most of want to deal with in our massage practices. But we also like to save money, right? Channel your inner spreadsheet nerd in this episode as we talk to Kelly Bowers, author of "Can I Deduct That?: 100 Things You Can (Or Maybe Can't) Take as Business [...]

Does it sometimes feel like everyone is making more money than you are? Do you find yourself wondering how to set up your massage practice for maximum revenue but you just feel stuck? Join us as we talk with Rhonda Henry, author of "How Much Can I Earn As A Massage Therapist?: The Practical Massage [...]

Warning: this is a long, deep and explicit episode dealing with the unfortunate realities of sexual harassment in the massage therapy profession. It's an issue that so many massage therapists have had to deal with and continue to deal with. We get very real and very specific in this discussion and Allissa lays out a [...]

Does the thought of negotiating a lease for your massage practice make you all sweaty and nervous? Or maybe you just don't know what you don't know? This episode is for you. If you're looking for space to practice massage, there are a lot of details you need to think about so you don't end [...]

This episode continues our theme of unpacking business terms with plain English explanations. In this episode, we explain common marketing terms that massage therapists need to know.

Do you ever feel like a deer in the headlights when you hear certain business terms? Do business acronyms strike fear in your heart (or at least cause minor irritation)? If so, this is the episode for you. Allissa and Michael unpack some common business terms and jargon that massage therapists need to know.

A lot of us in the massage community are introverts. We love people but stuff like networking and selling and public speaking don't exactly fall within our comfort zones. So can you be an introvert and still market your massage business well?

If you've been practicing massage for a while, you've likely gotten into a routine (which is not necessarily bad). But is it time to take it to the next level? How do you continue to grow and market your massage business?

Massage therapy can be a competitive profession. Clients have a lot of choices and your goal is to help them find you instead of the other massage therapists in your area, right? Wouldn't it be nice if you had no competition? Would you like to charge more and work less while keeping a full book [...]

Who doesn't like to save money? As you know, there are a lot of things you can deduct on your taxes in your massage practice. But what are you missing? Is there anything else you can do to maximize your tax savings? Listen in as we discuss three tax deductions that many massage therapists forget [...]

Do you ever wonder how to set up a waiting list system for your massage practice? Listen in as we discuss the logistics of how to make it work.

Have you ever considered bartering with other service providers? Does it ever work out or is it more trouble than it's worth? Find out as we discuss the ins and outs of bartering and how to make it work for your massage practice. You'll find the IRS rules for reporting bartering here. Websites for structured [...]

As partners with other healthcare providers, we have a responsibility to protect our clients' safety and health. Sometimes we need to be aware of health issues that our clients are being treated for so we don't do harm to them during a treatment. Should we seek doctors' notes when working on high-risk areas and does [...]

Sometimes we need to take some time off. Whether it's maternity leave, caring for a family member or just an extended break, it can be stressful to figure out how to take care of your clients while ensuring that you protect your massage practice so it's there for you when you return. In this episode, [...]

Many of of know how important glute massage can be (and how good it can feel!) but it's not always easy to talk about or suggest. How do we bring it up without sounding awkward? Listen in as we discuss this topic with Ian Harvey (the Massage Sloth). Check out some more tips on gluteal [...]

Working in a hospital as a massage therapist is a different world. It's not for everybody but for those who find it rewarding, it can be some of the most significant work of our careers. But how do you get started? Who do you talk to? How do you get paid? And how do you [...]

Do you ever feel like you're drowning in paper? From receipts to documents to post-it notes, we sometimes let the clutter of paper interrupt our energy. Luckily there are tools out there to help us manage paper and reduce the space it takes up. Join is as we discuss some of our favorite tools to [...]

Mobile massage has a lot of advantages. Low overhead, good money and variety in your work. But how do you get started and what are the pros and cons? Listen in as we discuss the details of running a mobile massage practice with special guest, Ariana La Cour from Now & Zen Massage.

A new year is often a good time to set goals for your massage practice. But we sometimes struggle to set realistic goals and then stick to them. That's why we love the "3 words" exercise. Listen in to learn how it works and how it can help you reach your goals this coming year.

2016 is right around the corner. Are your finances in order? In this episode, we discuss a few things to focus on to make sure you are organized and ready to start the new year.