Preparing for the Massage and Bodywork Licensing Exam (MBLEx) can be a daunting task. It covers information that takes most massage therapy programs 6-12 months to cover. So studying for this comprehensive exam without feeling overwhelmed will require an effective MBLEx study plan. What is a study plan? A study plan is an organized plan or strategy that helps you manage …
If you’re considering a career in massage therapy or have already begun, you’ve probably noticed that there are many types of credentials available for massage practitioners. These credentials can help to convey your credibility to prospective clients, referral sources and future employers. As a massage therapist, it’s a good idea to be familiar with the different credentials within the profession. …
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Many massage therapists share the dream of building their own successful practice. But even with good client management and scheduling processes, most massage businesses will inevitably have client no-shows, late arrivals and cancellations. These no-shows and last-minute cancellations are frustrating and they can easily cost a massage business thousands of dollars per year. This is a common problem that most …
Starting a massage business is an exciting venture that can be incredibly rewarding, both professionally and financially. It provides the opportunity to help people, while running your own business and being your own boss. The idea of starting a massage business from scratch may seem daunting at first. But with the right guidance and resources, any therapist can learn how …
Massage therapy is a rewarding career and skilled therapists are in demand. Tens of thousands of new students begin a massage training program every year in the US. Some of these students are beginning their first career ever, while others are transitioning from a career that they have worked for 10 years or longer. These future LMTs may plan on …
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If you’re looking for a new career in the health and wellness industry in 2023, massage therapy should be at the top of your list. Few jobs offer as many benefits as a career in massage therapy. Massage therapy is a rewarding career and a good choice for people entering the workforce or experienced professionals interested in a career change. …
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Massage and other forms of therapeutic bodywork are generally safe therapeutic modalities with numerous health benefits. Massage therapy can reduce physical and mental stress, decrease muscle tension and trigger points, and increase range of motion and flexibility. But as with all therapeutic interventions and activities, there are some risks, even for healthy clients. One source of risk comes from the …
When it comes to managing a massage business, it’s easy to get bogged down with all of the tasks needed to keep it running smoothly. In addition to providing outstanding massage therapy or bodywork treatments, therapists must have an efficient and organized documentation system, stay connected with clients, offer a frictionless check-in and check-out process, provide a convenient booking process, …
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Massage therapy is a rewarding career. We have the opportunity to improve other peoples’ lives by relieving their stress and pain. It has the potential to be a lifelong career, but being a massage therapist can be a demanding job. Over time, working as a massage therapist can take a toll, both physically and emotionally. Getting injured can make work …
Are you marketing your massage therapy services to the right people? Marketing and building a massage clientele takes time, effort and money. So how can you increase your chances of targeting the right prospective customers who need and want your massage therapy services? One way to do this is to create a client persona. What is a client persona? A …
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Growing a new massage practice is exciting, but it can also be a frustrating experience when your client list is growing slower than expected. Especially if you depend on this income to pay your bills! For most new therapists, it takes a while to fill up their appointment book. Fortunately there are some things that you can do to speed …
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(Updated 2023) One of the most frequently asked questions I get from massage therapy students is, “How hard is the MBLEx?” I was wondering the same thing as I was preparing for the massage exam. How hard is the MBLEx, really? The good news is that the content on the MBLEx is not objectively hard. There are no complicated mathematical …
(Updated for 2023) Writing treatment notes is one of the routine activities that massage therapists do every day. The most common form that therapists use to document their client sessions is the SOAP note. What are SOAP notes? A SOAP note is a documentation format that massage therapists and other healthcare workers use to document client encounters. SOAP is an …
Getting your first massage therapy job is an exciting experience. For many newly licensed therapists, it will be the first time working at a job that they are actually passionate about. And it will be a relief to finally have a good income rolling in. After graduating from massage school, passing the MBLEx and receiving your massage therapy license, it’s …
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Referrals are the most powerful and cost effective way to get new clients and grow your massage therapy practice. The word-of-mouth process of a massage referral can occur slowly and organically, or you can speed up the process by using these eight referral marketing strategies that I’ll explain in this article. Most people, including massage clients, would rather do business with …
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If you’re building a massage practice, or have just started a new massage therapy job, chances are you’ve been asked to write a professional bio. Having a great bio is important because when potential clients are looking for a therapist, they want to know about your experience and training. Your bio is the perfect place to share this information. A …
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