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- The Importance of Networking for Massage Therapists - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Laurie CraigNetworking is important in any professional field, and massage therapists should be prepared to begin 'massage networking' almost immediately after graduating from massage school in order to get leads for jobs, professional advancement, and new clients. Massage networking is similar to ...
Views: 1250 - Preparing for a Massage Interview - What Every Massage Therapist Should Know and Ask - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2011 from Laurie CraigBefore you can start working as a massage therapist, you have to perform a massage interview to get the job, and interviewing for a massage position is quite different than most other interview processes. For many massage therapists, the first job they hold directly out of massage school is for ...
Views: 1972 - Why It's Important for Massage Therapists to Choose a Specialty - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Laurie CraigWhen massage therapists finish school and begin working, they might not immediately think of developing their skills for a niche market - after all, massage school is just the beginning, and you learn some of your most invaluable skills on the job! While most massage therapists focus on ...
Views: 1047(2 votes) - Tips for Massage Therapists on Avoiding Massage Burnout and Career Fatigue - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from Laurie CraigIt is an exciting journey for massage therapists to go to and graduate from school, pass licensing exams, and start working. But for some massage therapists, work can become overwhelming over time and they may experience massage "burnout". This can cause some therapists to abandon their career ...
Views: 1603 - Tips for Massage Therapists to Provide Massage Therapy to Special Needs Clients - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2011 from Laurie CraigMassage therapists often work with clients who have physical and mental disabilities, and they should be prepared to identify potential contraindications in order to best provide massage therapy to this population. Often, special needs clients may not disclose medical ailments or their need for ...
Views: 1285 - Massage Therapists: Marketing and Building Your Practice - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2010 from Laurie CraigWhen you graduate from massage school and pass your certification exams, you are finally ready to join other massage therapists out in the world of spas, chiropractors' offices, cruise ships, or in your very own practice. But as a novice, you need to make a name for yourself with effective ...
Views: 988 - Addressing Your Massage Clients' Needs - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2010 from Laurie CraigAside from effective massage techniques, one of the most important aspects to giving a good massage is to understand and address your massage client's needs. By fully understanding your client's issues, problem areas, and preferred treatment methods, you can be well prepared to address a number ...
Views: 1865(2 votes) - Common Mistakes Massage Therapists Make - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Laurie CraigFor massage therapists, from experts to novices, it is sometimes easy to forget some very basic procedures and massage techniques for keeping yourself healthy, your business profitable, and your clients happy. By avoiding these common massage mistakes, and remembering to maintain posture, focus, ...
Views: 2707(1 vote) - Choosing a Massage School: a How-to Guide - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2010 from Laurie CraigChoosing the right massage school is an important consideration on your path to becoming a massage therapist. Throughout your massage therapy program, you will be taught a variety of massage therapy techniques, ranging from Swedish, deep tissue, orthopedic, cross fiber, and neuromuscular. You ...
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