Mindy Totten Blog - Business and Marketing Ideas for Massage and Bodywork Therapists

When I first started my career teaching high school students, a marvelous teacher and mentor shared something with me I've never forgotten.

Become a Better Therapist, Personal GrowthMindy TottenJune 16, 2019difficult clients, client managementComment

What to do when the Summer Slowdown hits your biz

You can use the slower summer months to get a jump on the parts of your business that you haven’t been able to focus much of your energy on when you’re super busy with clients.

Become a Better Therapist, Getting Things Done, Growing Your BusinessMindy TottenJune 11, 2019ease, massage business, excellence, summer slowdown, summer goals

How Often Should Clients Have Sessions with You?

Knowing how often to come in for any bodywork therapy is a combination of information, guidance, and inner wisdom.

Personal Growth, Become a Better TherapistMindy TottenJune 4, 2019ease, massage business, excellence, why do you do this work

Should I Accept Tips?

If you're uncertain about tipping, and whether or not it's for you, I'm here to break it down for you.

Personal Growth, Become a Better Therapist, Growing Your BusinessMindy TottenMay 5, 2019ease, massage business, what to say to massage or bodywork clients, money management

Why It's So Important to Ace the Initial Session with Your Clients (and How to Do It!)

We're bumping it up a notch to give you a solid plan for your first session with clients -- defining this initial session can turn a $100 drop-in client into a $1000 sale.

Become a Better Therapist, Growing Your Business, Marketing from the HeartMindy TottenApril 28, 2019ease, massage business, what to say to massage or bodywork clients, Be a Pro and CEO, Initial appointment, well-defined first session

How to Avoid Going Overtime with Your Clients

These 3 steps will help you to gently guide your clients so that they get more out of their sessions with you, while allowing you to run your day smoothly and professionally.

Growing Your Business, Become a Better Therapist, Personal GrowthMindy TottenApril 21, 2019massage business, Be a Pro and CEO, time management, client management, scheduling clients, time chunking

Before You Do Anything Else to Grow Your Massage or Bodywork Business, Do This First.

Here are 3 things to have in place TODAY before you do any more marketing for your business:

Growing Your Business, Personal Growth, Become a Better TherapistMindy TottenFebruary 11, 2019ease, massage business, Be a Pro and CEO, business coaching for massage and bodywork therapists, quickly book more clients, get business support

When is the right time to work with a mentor?

When do you know that it’s finally time to take the plunge and reach out to get the support that you need for your bodywork business?

Growing Your Business, Personal Growth, Become a Better TherapistMindy TottenJanuary 28, 2019ease, massage business, Be a Pro and CEO, business coaching for massage and bodywork therapists, quickly book more clients, get business support

Are You Making These Mistakes in Your Massage or Bodywork Business?

You can begin to get a handle on your business by asking yourself if you're making these 3 common mistakes in your business

Become a Better Therapist, Growing Your Business, Marketing from the HeartMindy TottenAugust 29, 2018ease, massage business, what to say to massage or bodywork clients, fluent in anatomy and energy, Be a Pro and CEO

I Thought the Session was Great, but the Client Didn't Rebook. What Am I Doing Wrong?

Two things you must have in place so that clients are ready and excited to book another session with you.

Become a Better Therapist, Growing Your Business, Marketing from the HeartMindy TottenAugust 22, 2018ease, massage business, what to say to massage or bodywork clients, Be a Pro and CEO, rebooking clients, guiding clients, anchor the session

Why It's So Important to Ace the Initial Session with Your Clients (and How to Do It!)

We're bumping it up a notch to give you a solid plan for your first session with clients -- defining this initial session can turn a $100 drop-in client into a $1000 sale.

Become a Better Therapist, Growing Your Business, Marketing from the HeartMindy TottenAugust 15, 2018ease, massage business, what to say to massage or bodywork clients, Be a Pro and CEO, Initial appointment, well-defined first session

Should I Accept Tips?

If you're uncertain about tipping, and whether or not it's for you, I'm here to break it down for you.

Personal Growth, Become a Better Therapist, Growing Your BusinessMindy TottenAugust 8, 2018ease, massage business, what to say to massage or bodywork clients, money management

Help! I Don't Know How to Explain My Modality to Clients

A great way to begin creating a safe container for your clients is to be able to explain your modality clearly and concisely.

Become a Better Therapist, Growing Your Business, Marketing from the HeartMindy TottenAugust 1, 2018ease, massage business, what to say to massage or bodywork clients, fluent in anatomy and energy, Be a Pro and CEO Comments

How Do I End a Bodywork Session on Time?

These 3 steps will help you to gently guide your clients so that they get more out of their sessions with you, while allowing you to run your day smoothly and professionally.

Growing Your Business, Become a Better Therapist, Personal GrowthMindy TottenJuly 25, 2018massage business, Be a Pro and CEO, time management, client management, scheduling clients, time chunking

What Do I Do When a Client is Late or is a No-Show?

This part of running your own bodywork practice can be a bummer -- no doubt -- but with a few routines in place, you can minimize the negative effects of late or no-show clients.