Archive for the Small Business Category

09.1.2009

how soon can i start making a living after graduating from an accredited massage therapy program?

nitsrek asked: I’m interested in the swedish institute of massage therapy, but I’ll consider any accredited program.
Can I start making a living (30-40k/year) right away? If not, how much do I have to hustle to make it? I’m not gonna have to start donating plasma again or apply for general assistance even though I’ve completed [...]

04.24.2009

What is an average salary for a massage Therapist working for a spa?

superh2ogirl asked: I finished my 500 hours and have yet to put it to use in an actual work place… business is slow being a self employed massage therapist.
What is the going rate if the employer is hourly? What would I make an hour on average? What is normal hourly wage to ask for?

04.2.2009

How to give a good hand and feet massage?

MrHealthy asked: For nails technician out there, what are some good techniques to giving a good hand and feet massage while performing a manicure and pedicure? If you have links that would also be great.

12.18.2008

What marketing works for an in-home massage business?

janejane asked: My husband just finished massage school and got his license, and is truly one of the best massage therapists I have ever been touched by. He really wants to do out-call (in-home massages. What is the best marketing tool we can use?

12.5.2008

I want to start massage from my home and would like to know if I am legal to do this, with out a license?

S asked: I want to start learning and would like to advertise free massage to people, so I can work on my skills.

10.17.2008

What kind of a risk envolved in a escort/massage business?

mayan.pimp asked: I need to open a business in my home town and seems like opening a hotel service or home deliver massage is a good booming bussines, but I would like to know any advice as far as the logistics of the business , and if there is a substancial profit envolved in doing [...]

09.26.2008

I recently started a massage business and will be working from home?

costlyprincess asked: Does anyone have this type of business or similiar? I’m trying to find out how you screen you’re clients since they will be coming in my home. For a first appt is it out of line to ask to see some sort of id? Maybe Dvrs license or bill with [...]

09.21.2008

Guys: 1) Why home spa over spa/ massage centers? 2) Any “expectations” on the therapist when u go 4 home spa?

Maya asked: Hi guys.. Would you prefer home spa to REAL spa and massage centers? If yes, why?
Would you perceive home spa as more “sleazy”? Would you have expected something MORE from the therapist?
I am considering converting one of the rooms into a spa room for business. But i am [...]

09.17.2008

Do I need a License to practice massage out of my home? I am not advertising but want to make extra money?

Jennifer M asked: People can cut hair out of their homes and are not required to have a license… what does that do for massage? BTW I live in Texas if that helps with info. Thanks for any info you can provide

09.11.2008

Good name for home massage business?

laidybugg23 asked: I am a licensed massage therapist and do legitimate, professional home massage and want to increase my business. I need a good, catchy name for my home massage business. It should be geared towards women. I was thinking “Zen at Home” or “Home Escape.”
Any ideas?