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Does the idea of making $100,000 a year or better feel like a pipe dream? Or does the thought of it leave you feeling exhausted? Then you're probably making the mistake of thinking your individual healing sessions should be your highest-priced offer. Even if you charge a healthy fee, tying yourself to individual sessions limits your income to the number of clients you can see in any given week. When your client load is low, your income suffers. And when it's high, you're making more money, but you're also working too hard. And you're not modeling the kind of self-care you want your clients to commit to.

By Sharon Desjarlais, CC and Michele McGrew Does the idea of making $100,000 a year or better feel like a pipe dream? Or does the thought of it leave you feeling exhausted? Then you're probably making the mistake of thinking your individual healing sessions should be your highest-priced offer. Even if you charge a healthy fee, tying yourself to individual sessions limits your income to the number of clients you can see in any given week. When your client load is low, your income suffers. And when it's high, you're making more money, but you're also working too hard. And you're not modeling the kind of self-care you want your clients to commit to. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-14450 2011-07-01T12:00:32-07:00 2011-07-01T12:00:07-07:00

More than eight years ago, I started working with an up and coming baseball pitcher striving to make it to the major leagues. At 26, Scott Proctor was hungry, hard working and as determined as anyone I've ever met.

By Debbie Roberts, LMT More than eight years ago, I started working with an up and coming baseball pitcher striving to make it to the major leagues. At 26, Scott Proctor was hungry, hard working and as determined as anyone I've ever met. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-14445 2011-07-01T12:00:32-07:00 2011-07-01T12:00:07-07:00

Last year, I was teaching a series of classes in our nation's capital and, wanting to get some fresh fruit for a post-seminar snack, I went into a giant grocery store in Silver Spring, Maryland. Unlike just about every other supermarket and retail outlet that I've ever walked through throughout this vast nation of ours, it surprisingly did not have a customer relations department. But don't be shocked. That's because this giant had already awakened its own inner giant: it had a Solutions Center.

By Cary Bayer Last year, I was teaching a series of classes in our nation's capital and, wanting to get some fresh fruit for a post-seminar snack, I went into a giant grocery store in Silver Spring, Maryland. Unlike just about every other supermarket and retail outlet that I've ever walked through throughout this vast nation of ours, it surprisingly did not have a customer relations department. But don't be shocked. That's because this giant had already awakened its own inner giant: it had a Solutions Center. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-14444 2011-07-01T12:00:32-07:00 2011-07-01T12:00:07-07:00

"The appointment begins when the client makes the call."1 This phrase, spoken by Dr. Richard MacDonald, DO, 25 years ago, was a turning point in my comprehension of just how important the initial interview with a client is both over the phone and in the office. It is the beginning of a healing contract that might last for a few appointments or for many years. This article will detail the basics of what has served me to assist my clients.

By Dale G. Alexander, LMT, MA, PhD "The appointment begins when the client makes the call."1 This phrase, spoken by Dr. Richard MacDonald, DO, 25 years ago, was a turning point in my comprehension of just how important the initial interview with a client is both over the phone and in the office. It is the beginning of a healing contract that might last for a few appointments or for many years. This article will detail the basics of what has served me to assist my clients. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-14420 2011-05-01T12:00:32-07:00 2011-05-01T12:00:07-07:00

At some point in our lives, we have all had an expectation that was proven to be unrealistic in the normal course of life. This might be expectations we have from family, from friends, from our car, maybe our relationships, even down to the products we buy. I think it is only human; we all want what we want, when we want it, and how we want it. It is the society we live in and it is an incredibly common happening.

By Angie Patrick At some point in our lives, we have all had an expectation that was proven to be unrealistic in the normal course of life. This might be expectations we have from family, from friends, from our car, maybe our relationships, even down to the products we buy. I think it is only human; we all want what we want, when we want it, and how we want it. It is the society we live in and it is an incredibly common happening. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-14419 2011-05-01T12:00:32-07:00 2011-05-01T12:00:07-07:00

A business coach for massage therapists, my work is a lot like an LMT's–we both relieve headaches, stress and strain. Perhaps because my name is Bayer--the name of a pain reliever that works wonders--some massage therapist coaching clients sometimes wish that my coaching solves all their business problems. Coaching plus a therapist's efforts, can. But coaching alone isn't a wonder drug that you pop into your mouth and you suddenly have more clients than you can handle. Don't get me wrong...usually, when an LMT makes attitudinal shifts that coaching brings about, business suddenly picks up. But ongoing success usually requires combining attitudinal shifts with marketing changes. As the saying goes, "Only a new seed yields a new crop."

By Cary Bayer A business coach for massage therapists, my work is a lot like an LMT's–we both relieve headaches, stress and strain. Perhaps because my name is Bayer--the name of a pain reliever that works wonders--some massage therapist coaching clients sometimes wish that my coaching solves all their business problems. Coaching plus a therapist's efforts, can. But coaching alone isn't a wonder drug that you pop into your mouth and you suddenly have more clients than you can handle. Don't get me wrong...usually, when an LMT makes attitudinal shifts that coaching brings about, business suddenly picks up. But ongoing success usually requires combining attitudinal shifts with marketing changes. As the saying goes, "Only a new seed yields a new crop." tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-14416 2011-05-01T12:00:32-07:00 2011-05-01T12:00:07-07:00

I have received many, many questions (via email and phone) regarding CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) Codes and massage therapists. This article is intended to help answer some of those common questions. In particular, I've been asked numerous times about a massage therapist's ability to use CPT Code 97140 (Manual Therapy Techniques) versus a physical therapist's ability to use it.

By Vivian Madison-Mahoney, LMT I have received many, many questions (via email and phone) regarding CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) Codes and massage therapists. This article is intended to help answer some of those common questions. In particular, I've been asked numerous times about a massage therapist's ability to use CPT Code 97140 (Manual Therapy Techniques) versus a physical therapist's ability to use it. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-14397 2011-04-01T12:00:32-07:00 2011-04-01T12:00:07-07:00

We are all either an elder (some of us), someone who cares about an elder (most of us), or someone who will be an elder (practically all of us). According to the American Medical Association, in 2011 America's 78 million baby boomers will begin turning 65 at a rate of one every 10 seconds. Of those, about 69 percent will need some form of long-term care. What does this have to do with massage therapy and why should you care? As care communities across the nation adopt person-centered policies and practices, they are finding that massage therapy supports this mission.

By Ann Catlin, LMT, NCTMB, OTR We are all either an elder (some of us), someone who cares about an elder (most of us), or someone who will be an elder (practically all of us). According to the American Medical Association, in 2011 America's 78 million baby boomers will begin turning 65 at a rate of one every 10 seconds. Of those, about 69 percent will need some form of long-term care. What does this have to do with massage therapy and why should you care? As care communities across the nation adopt person-centered policies and practices, they are finding that massage therapy supports this mission. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-14396 2011-04-01T12:00:32-07:00 2011-04-01T12:00:07-07:00

Being a massage therapist is physical. I don't have to tell you that in order to do this work well, it takes a strong body, a clear mind and endurance. Even if you only practice part time, you must inhabit a high state of health to care for your clients. Of course, there are differences, i.e., you travel with your table, perform sports massage, have to work around a hospital bed with less than optimal ergonomics or have a private practice where clients come to you.

By Jenn Sommermann, LCMT Being a massage therapist is physical. I don't have to tell you that in order to do this work well, it takes a strong body, a clear mind and endurance. Even if you only practice part time, you must inhabit a high state of health to care for your clients. Of course, there are differences, i.e., you travel with your table, perform sports massage, have to work around a hospital bed with less than optimal ergonomics or have a private practice where clients come to you. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-14381 2011-03-01T12:00:32-07:00 2011-03-01T12:00:07-07:00

Some people spend their whole lives asking in hushed tones, "Why?" I prefer to think of the larger picture and sing loudly in a strong, pronounced operatic voice, "Why NOT?" (with extra emphasis on the NOT for effect). Just because you have never seen it done, does not mean it shouldn't be. In fact, I look upon the unknown as just about enough probable cause to take the bull by the horns and take action. If someone does not go first, who will? And if you have the ability, location, contacts, resources, and desire - the only thing holding you back is fear.

By Angie Patrick Some people spend their whole lives asking in hushed tones, "Why?" I prefer to think of the larger picture and sing loudly in a strong, pronounced operatic voice, "Why NOT?" (with extra emphasis on the NOT for effect). Just because you have never seen it done, does not mean it shouldn't be. In fact, I look upon the unknown as just about enough probable cause to take the bull by the horns and take action. If someone does not go first, who will? And if you have the ability, location, contacts, resources, and desire - the only thing holding you back is fear. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-14380 2011-03-01T12:00:32-07:00 2011-03-01T12:00:07-07:00

Readers, as you know my articles have all been related to insurance billing and reimbursement issues, which I will continue to write. However, today’s article is just a bit different from the norm. At my insurance seminars, therapists are always asking me how to build a business. Yes, accepting insurance cases is a great highway to increase your clientele and income, building your business to unheard of levels that otherwise may have not been possible.

By Vivian Madison-Mahoney, LMT Readers, as you know my articles have all been related to insurance billing and reimbursement issues, which I will continue to write. However, today’s article is just a bit different from the norm. At my insurance seminars, therapists are always asking me how to build a business. Yes, accepting insurance cases is a great highway to increase your clientele and income, building your business to unheard of levels that otherwise may have not been possible. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-14378 2011-03-01T12:00:32-07:00 2011-03-01T12:00:07-07:00

Marketing your skills, as a massage therapist, to chiropractors can be beneficial to both parties. Massage therapists approach chiropractors frequently for full or part-time employment. So how do you set yourself apart? What unique skills do you, as a massage therapist, bring to the practice?

By David Kent, LMT, NCTMB Marketing your skills, as a massage therapist, to chiropractors can be beneficial to both parties. Massage therapists approach chiropractors frequently for full or part-time employment. So how do you set yourself apart? What unique skills do you, as a massage therapist, bring to the practice? tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-14373 2011-03-01T12:00:32-07:00 2011-03-01T12:00:07-07:00

Sexuality is a natural part of the human experience. We are born as sexual beings with a need for touch and intimacy. We require a healthy environment that supports our natural development in these areas to thrive as organisms. By definition, sex, touch and intimacy are three distinct behaviors and experiences. The fact that they overlap at times is what creates confusion.

By Cherie Sohnen-Moe Sexuality is a natural part of the human experience. We are born as sexual beings with a need for touch and intimacy. We require a healthy environment that supports our natural development in these areas to thrive as organisms. By definition, sex, touch and intimacy are three distinct behaviors and experiences. The fact that they overlap at times is what creates confusion. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-14369 2011-02-01T12:00:32-07:00 2011-02-01T12:00:07-07:00

A recent poll by Massage Today indicates that most massage therapists are experiencing a reduction in their number of clients. This should come as no surprise, as this represents the tightening of purse strings and belts by most Americans. As of the autumn of 2008, the United States has seen some of the worst economic times since the Great Depression. And although, we are seeing the light at the end of the tunnel, we are not there yet. Many sole practitioners are struggling to make ends meet, spas are closing as fast as they once opened, and hiring new therapists has come to a halt. It seems that there just isn't enough business. But, as the recent poll also revealed, there's hope.

By Jenn Sommermann, LCMT A recent poll by Massage Today indicates that most massage therapists are experiencing a reduction in their number of clients. This should come as no surprise, as this represents the tightening of purse strings and belts by most Americans. As of the autumn of 2008, the United States has seen some of the worst economic times since the Great Depression. And although, we are seeing the light at the end of the tunnel, we are not there yet. Many sole practitioners are struggling to make ends meet, spas are closing as fast as they once opened, and hiring new therapists has come to a halt. It seems that there just isn't enough business. But, as the recent poll also revealed, there's hope. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-14367 2011-02-01T12:00:32-07:00 2011-02-01T12:00:07-07:00

Jennifer is a talented CranioSacral Therapist who cringes whenever I broach the subject of raising her fees. "How can I?" she asks, comparing her rates yet again to those of a well-known therapist in her city who barely charges more.

By Sharon Desjarlais, CC Jennifer is a talented CranioSacral Therapist who cringes whenever I broach the subject of raising her fees. "How can I?" she asks, comparing her rates yet again to those of a well-known therapist in her city who barely charges more. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-14365 2011-02-01T12:00:32-07:00 2011-02-01T12:00:07-07:00

The squat is one of seven fundamental movement patterns that were essential to human survival in primitive times. The other six are: lunging, bending, rotating, pushing, pulling, and walking/running. The quality with which an individual executed each movement dictated their physical capacity and ability to survive. Even today, all of the movements we do are a combination of these seven fundamental movements.

By Ben Benjamin, PhD and Chris White The squat is one of seven fundamental movement patterns that were essential to human survival in primitive times. The other six are: lunging, bending, rotating, pushing, pulling, and walking/running. The quality with which an individual executed each movement dictated their physical capacity and ability to survive. Even today, all of the movements we do are a combination of these seven fundamental movements. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-14364 2011-02-01T12:00:32-07:00 2011-02-01T12:00:07-07:00

Recently, it has come to my attention from quite a number of LMTs in several different parts of the country, all of whom I've just begun to privately coach to increase their business, that their massage numbers are noticeably down this year. Even some therapists, who have historically been extremely busy (e.g. booking a week or even two in advance), are advertising for the first time in a while, or ever for that matter, to get new clients.

By Cary Bayer Recently, it has come to my attention from quite a number of LMTs in several different parts of the country, all of whom I've just begun to privately coach to increase their business, that their massage numbers are noticeably down this year. Even some therapists, who have historically been extremely busy (e.g. booking a week or even two in advance), are advertising for the first time in a while, or ever for that matter, to get new clients. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-14359 2011-01-01T12:00:32-07:00 2011-01-01T12:00:07-07:00

Well, a "brand" is something you see or hear that automatically puts you in mind of what the brand represents. For instance, if you say "Porsche", you instantly think of luxurious, indulgent, super-fast cars. When you hear "Band-Aid" you immediately think of wound care and healing.

By Angie Patrick Well, a "brand" is something you see or hear that automatically puts you in mind of what the brand represents. For instance, if you say "Porsche", you instantly think of luxurious, indulgent, super-fast cars. When you hear "Band-Aid" you immediately think of wound care and healing. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-14358 2011-01-01T12:00:32-07:00 2011-01-01T12:00:07-07:00

Small businesses face a perpetual challenge: how to grow the business and stay within the marketing budget at the same time. Follow these tips to market your bodywork business for next to nothing.

By Diana Moore Small businesses face a perpetual challenge: how to grow the business and stay within the marketing budget at the same time. Follow these tips to market your bodywork business for next to nothing. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-14355 2011-01-01T12:00:32-07:00 2011-01-01T12:00:07-07:00

What makes your outcall, chair, spa or clinical practice different from the others in your area? Implementing systems that make your practice standout from your competition are fundamental to insuring success. When a client experiences an appointment, there are many things that leave unique lasting impressions. However, what triggers a client to reschedule, return and refer? Let's look at a few subconscious triggers our culture and society has taught our clients to expect when visiting a health care provider. Then we will outline ways to integrate these systems into your massage therapy practice so your clients reschedule and refer new business.

By David Kent, LMT, NCTMB What makes your outcall, chair, spa or clinical practice different from the others in your area? Implementing systems that make your practice standout from your competition are fundamental to insuring success. When a client experiences an appointment, there are many things that leave unique lasting impressions. However, what triggers a client to reschedule, return and refer? Let's look at a few subconscious triggers our culture and society has taught our clients to expect when visiting a health care provider. Then we will outline ways to integrate these systems into your massage therapy practice so your clients reschedule and refer new business. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-14342 2010-11-24T12:00:32-07:00 2010-11-24T12:00:07-07:00

"They" say the recession of the past two years is over, but people are still feeling the economic slump, including many massage therapists. Once in a while, difficult times can bring out the best in people; and, in this case, the best is being bestowed on one very lucky massage therapist or student.

Editorial Staff "They" say the recession of the past two years is over, but people are still feeling the economic slump, including many massage therapists. Once in a while, difficult times can bring out the best in people; and, in this case, the best is being bestowed on one very lucky massage therapist or student. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-14333 2010-12-01T12:00:32-07:00 2010-12-01T12:00:07-07:00

How do you know when the right time to jump from employment to private practice is? I have been asked that question a lot lately. Often I consult with massage therapists who have enjoyed the benefits of employment at a variety of venues but somehow think they are missing out on the opportunity to run their own show. They ask me, "When and how do you know you are ready to make the leap?" It is a question that is not easily answered but I will address some key points to consider before making any moves.

By Jenn Sommermann, LCMT How do you know when the right time to jump from employment to private practice is? I have been asked that question a lot lately. Often I consult with massage therapists who have enjoyed the benefits of employment at a variety of venues but somehow think they are missing out on the opportunity to run their own show. They ask me, "When and how do you know you are ready to make the leap?" It is a question that is not easily answered but I will address some key points to consider before making any moves. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-14329 2010-12-01T12:00:32-07:00 2010-12-01T12:00:07-07:00

Our work as massage therapists helps millions of people. By integrating exercise into their treatment plans, we can take their healing an important step further. All exercise programs should start with a thorough assessment. There are two types of assessments that are important to getting your client well and keeping them that way. The first is an injury assessment, which we have discussed many times in this column. The second is a movement or exercise assessment--and here is where we move into new territory. Very few massage therapists are skilled at assessing movement and prescribing exercise. This is unfortunate because movement assessments can provide valuable information about why your client got injured by identifying predisposing factors. Clients are often in pain because of an underlying weakness, instability, lack of mobility, and a poor understanding of how to move properly.

By Ben Benjamin, PhD Our work as massage therapists helps millions of people. By integrating exercise into their treatment plans, we can take their healing an important step further. All exercise programs should start with a thorough assessment. There are two types of assessments that are important to getting your client well and keeping them that way. The first is an injury assessment, which we have discussed many times in this column. The second is a movement or exercise assessment--and here is where we move into new territory. Very few massage therapists are skilled at assessing movement and prescribing exercise. This is unfortunate because movement assessments can provide valuable information about why your client got injured by identifying predisposing factors. Clients are often in pain because of an underlying weakness, instability, lack of mobility, and a poor understanding of how to move properly. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-14321 2010-11-01T12:00:32-07:00 2010-11-01T12:00:07-07:00

How can it already be November? Wasn't it just Labor Day a few weeks ago? It seems every year the holiday season creeps in faster and faster. True Story: The "big box" wholesale clubs in my area had Halloween and Christmas decorations out at the same time in August! I ventured into the mall (which I am mortified to admit) and found Christmas music playing in September. Any way you slice it, mainstream retail across the board is pushing the gift-giving agenda earlier and earlier in hopes they can get a head start on fourth quarter earnings by pressuring people to buy, buy, buy. These same retailers are posting thinner and thinner fourth quarter earnings and singing the blues over a less than anticipated bump in sales for the last quarter, making the masses believe the sales are simply not there.

By Angie Patrick How can it already be November? Wasn't it just Labor Day a few weeks ago? It seems every year the holiday season creeps in faster and faster. True Story: The "big box" wholesale clubs in my area had Halloween and Christmas decorations out at the same time in August! I ventured into the mall (which I am mortified to admit) and found Christmas music playing in September. Any way you slice it, mainstream retail across the board is pushing the gift-giving agenda earlier and earlier in hopes they can get a head start on fourth quarter earnings by pressuring people to buy, buy, buy. These same retailers are posting thinner and thinner fourth quarter earnings and singing the blues over a less than anticipated bump in sales for the last quarter, making the masses believe the sales are simply not there. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-14313 2010-11-01T12:00:32-07:00 2010-11-01T12:00:07-07:00

The extraordinary amount of time that you spent studying massage prepared you expertly in the art of giving another person a professional massage. I refer to this part of your knowledge as your massage practice. I use the word practice because you literally practiced it many times before you mastered it. When you were a small child, you practiced the multiplication tables and, in time, you mastered it. Years later, as a teenager, you practiced the conjugation of verbs in Spanish or French and, in time, you mastered that, too. Still, years later, as an adult in massage school, you practiced massage modalities and, in time, mastered that, as well. In fact, one of your assignments as your education unfolded was to practice on real human bodies the techniques that you were taught in textbooks and in the classroom.

By Cary Bayer The extraordinary amount of time that you spent studying massage prepared you expertly in the art of giving another person a professional massage. I refer to this part of your knowledge as your massage practice. I use the word practice because you literally practiced it many times before you mastered it. When you were a small child, you practiced the multiplication tables and, in time, you mastered it. Years later, as a teenager, you practiced the conjugation of verbs in Spanish or French and, in time, you mastered that, too. Still, years later, as an adult in massage school, you practiced massage modalities and, in time, mastered that, as well. In fact, one of your assignments as your education unfolded was to practice on real human bodies the techniques that you were taught in textbooks and in the classroom. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-14312 2010-11-01T12:00:32-07:00 2010-11-01T12:00:07-07:00

This original research is framed in phenomenological methodology, based on interviews conducted and interpreted using qualitative research methods. The findings suggest that, because of both direct and indirect factors (such as the nebulous nature of the work, general isolation in work conditions, and physical concerns), massage therapists perform their work with multiple sources of ambiguity that are potentially anxiety-causing.

By Luann D. Fortune, LMT, MA and Elena Gillespie, MA This original research is framed in phenomenological methodology, based on interviews conducted and interpreted using qualitative research methods. The findings suggest that, because of both direct and indirect factors (such as the nebulous nature of the work, general isolation in work conditions, and physical concerns), massage therapists perform their work with multiple sources of ambiguity that are potentially anxiety-causing. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-14311 2010-11-01T12:00:32-07:00 2010-11-01T12:00:07-07:00

This is to inform all therapists who work for physicians, MDs, chiropractors, massage therapists or other providers who bill insurance for their services to be aware of possible fraud; it is your license and your reputation on the line if others are using you to their advantage. More and more, fraud and in some cases, organized crime, is taking place involving massage practitioners.

By Vivian Madison-Mahoney, LMT This is to inform all therapists who work for physicians, MDs, chiropractors, massage therapists or other providers who bill insurance for their services to be aware of possible fraud; it is your license and your reputation on the line if others are using you to their advantage. More and more, fraud and in some cases, organized crime, is taking place involving massage practitioners. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-14289 2010-09-01T12:00:32-07:00 2010-09-01T12:00:07-07:00

Some people can live their whole lives unconcerned with the state of affairs of their community, the friends they have, or the profession they choose. I think we all know someone like this. It seems the only interest in life they have is simply to make more money, amass more material things, and to elevate themselves regardless the cost.

By Angie Patrick Some people can live their whole lives unconcerned with the state of affairs of their community, the friends they have, or the profession they choose. I think we all know someone like this. It seems the only interest in life they have is simply to make more money, amass more material things, and to elevate themselves regardless the cost. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-14285 2010-09-01T12:00:32-07:00 2010-09-01T12:00:07-07:00

My last article focused on keys to opening doors to eldercare and hospice. If you desire to work in these settings, my guess is you have wondered: 1) How do I get my foot in the door? 2) How do I generate a clientele? 3) How can I get paid? All very valid questions! A few months ago, Massage Today conducted a poll asking two questions: "Do you provide massage to people in eldercare or hospice? If so, do you provide this service as an employee, independent contractor or volunteer?" Here is what we learned from the 249 people who responded.

By Ann Catlin, LMT, NCTMB, OTR My last article focused on keys to opening doors to eldercare and hospice. If you desire to work in these settings, my guess is you have wondered: 1) How do I get my foot in the door? 2) How do I generate a clientele? 3) How can I get paid? All very valid questions! A few months ago, Massage Today conducted a poll asking two questions: "Do you provide massage to people in eldercare or hospice? If so, do you provide this service as an employee, independent contractor or volunteer?" Here is what we learned from the 249 people who responded. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-14275 2010-08-01T12:00:32-07:00 2010-08-01T12:00:07-07:00

I had the great opportunity to present at a virtual roundtable with seven women who lead in the industry. It was for the World Massage Conference last June, and the panel consisted of the women who make up the Massage Today Women in Bodywork Business Blog (WIBB). It was a question and answer format, led by a moderator that lasted 90 minutes. It is both a privilege and an honor to be chosen to be part of WIBB and on the panel for this educational event. When I was in school for massage therapy, almost 20 years ago, some of these women were already well-known and had established themselves as icons. Others are newer to the field but have made their imprint and are affecting how we practice today. We determined there was over 100 years of experience between all of us. WOW! That's a lot of know-how.

By Jenn Sommermann, LCMT I had the great opportunity to present at a virtual roundtable with seven women who lead in the industry. It was for the World Massage Conference last June, and the panel consisted of the women who make up the Massage Today Women in Bodywork Business Blog (WIBB). It was a question and answer format, led by a moderator that lasted 90 minutes. It is both a privilege and an honor to be chosen to be part of WIBB and on the panel for this educational event. When I was in school for massage therapy, almost 20 years ago, some of these women were already well-known and had established themselves as icons. Others are newer to the field but have made their imprint and are affecting how we practice today. We determined there was over 100 years of experience between all of us. WOW! That's a lot of know-how.