Wednesday, May 20, 2009

Five Important Things To Know For massage Therapists

By Lena Hellsten

It is great to be a massage therapist and to be able to give the gift of peace, relaxation and healing to other people on a regular basis. To become successful as a massage therapist it is important to know the different aspects that will make sure that your clients will not only come back to you but also find their way to you in the first place.

-The importance of creating an environment of relaxation and calmness where youre giving the massages. This is essential for your success, to have a room thats set up in a way that invites the client to get into the state thats supporting a good massage experience. Make sure that the lighting is dimmed and not to bright, maybe have a few candles lit. And if you have pictures on the walls, make sure they are of a kind that represents a relaxed state of mind for most people.

-Another thing that shouldnt be overlooked is the way you approach your client when they arrive at your home spa or saloon. Its a great idea to use some small talk since it normally makes the person feel more relaxed and comfortable and it creates a sense of warmth between you. Just talk about anything that is of a positive, relaxed nature and then you can ask a few questions about your clients health etc.

-Before you start the massage its important to bring yourself into a state of relaxation, to go first. A relaxed state is contagious and your client will easily pick up on this vibration. Take some time and center yourself with a few deep breath and become really relaxed. Your clients will reap much more benefits from the experience if you have taken the time to prepare yourself properly.

-Marketing, marketing, marketing This is a part of the massage therapy business that often is overlooked, yet it is one of the most important aspects. It is a good idea to look into the subject a bit extra before you try on your own. You want to be sure that you dont waste a lot of money on strategies that doesnt work and that you instead use your money on those things that generates a greater clientele for you.

-The last thing I will mention here is perhaps the most important part to being a successful massage therapist and this is to trust yourself and your ability to provide your client with something that they will benefit from. Know that you have something valuable to give and this will be reflected back to you in all the positive responses you get from the clients you serve.

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