Not many people will use the words wealthy and massage therapist in the same sentence. I personally like the feel of it and the sound of it.
It felt so perfect for all that I have been writing about and saying. I got the idea from Suze Ormans book/PBS show “Women and Money”. She has a section called “8 Qualities of a Wealthy Woman”. It could be called “Massage therapists and money” and “8 Qualities of a wealthy massage therapist”. Her words really were nothing that I haven’t been saying all along. A successful massage therapist is one who can set clear boundaries for themselves and their business.
The wealthy massage therapist values themselves enough to charge what they need to make a GREAT living.
A Wealthy massage therapist charges for the time and energy they put into doing a massage.
A wealthy massage therapist participates in peer supervision groups to get a better understanding of why they want to help others and take a deeper look at the shadow side of helping.
A wealthy massage therapist takes responsibility for their success and doesn’t blame the economy, their location, the competition or the phase of the moon.
A wealthy massage therapist shares what they know with others and makes money doing so.
A wealthy massage therapist understands that they need money in order to take care of themselves and their families and when this it taken care of they will be in a better place to help others.
A wealthy massage therapist says “It is about the money” and I value myself enough to want the money that I need to take care of myself and my family.
A wealthy massage therapist is in harmony with their deeper or true selves. They think, feel, believe and act in alignment. The have faith and courage in themselves and their ability to start and run a successful business.
A wealthy massage therapist understands the value of their time and energy.
A wealthy massage therapist is in tune with their feelings as much as possible and learns to find the deeper meaning they are providing. They are telling you when you are out of alignment. Anything but love and joy is telling you that you are thinking something that is not true. It is a false core belief that you have acquired to protect yourself at an early age.
A wealthy massage therapist understands that their wanting to help others is a defense mechanism and it keeps them from feeling something that they have long held back.
A wealthy massage therapist creates professional boundaries and sets policies and procedures to support them. They don’t date clients. They don’t become friends with clients. They charge for no shows and late fees. They respect the clients needs for privacy. They keep their appointments on time. If they take time in between clients they charge for that time. They are aware of the possible problems with billing insurance companies and selling retail products to clients.
A wealthy massage therapist….
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You hit the spot Julie. This is the direction I hoped to influence with Massage Marketing rebellion Group. Thanks for driving it home.
Best of success to you,
~ B ~
Barbara Calkins
rebelmassage@yahoo.com
http://www.massagemsoi.com
Right on! This really hits the nail on the head. I have been working with many of these principles for the last few years and have found myself working smarter, making more $ and respecting/valuing myself much more.
Great work.
jh