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Krista Dicks
Join Krista Dicks, a Registered Massage Therapist with over a decade of experience living and working in Ontario, Canada. Join her as she chats with fellow massage therapists about their achievements beyond their massage practice. We work hard in the massage world but, we play hard too! So many amazing massage therapists are living a dream lifestyle with the time freedom, flexibility and financial potential this career offers! You are smarter, work harder, and you want better than the average, welcome to...The Radical RMT.
In this episode we get an exclusive look into the world of treating professional athletes, recovery, running around iconic cities, and sports hugs as we chat with Melissa Doldron, Registered Massage Therapist and Movement Educator. Melissa is an integral part of the Toronto Raptors' medical team. Discover how she started working with athletes at all levels, why it's important to share your dreams with others, why she feels movement is medicine, and where the best baseball diamond is located.
Bio
Melissa @melissad_rmt is a Registered Massage Therapist and Movement Educator. In her 10 years in clinical practice, she's built her practice around providing recovery, rehab and education to her community of clients who love to stay active through exercise and sport. This has led to opportunities to work with athletes and teams from the grassroots level to the pros. She is currently working full-time on the medical team for the Toronto Raptors.
She believes movement is medicine, and good recovery is the key to performance. Melissa is both a travel and sports enthusiast. In her downtime if she’s not out exploring new trails, you’ll find her traveling to ballparks and arenas in search of the perfect game.
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f you are considering owning a clinic one day with multiple practitioners, you need to start acting like an owner now.
Here are Signs you will make a great clinic owner...
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In this episode, we sit down with Natalie (Natalia) Shwartz, a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) and Certified Lymphedema Therapist based in Toronto, Ontario. Natalie shares her journey from graduating from the Sutherland-Chan School of Massage Therapy to becoming a specialist in Vodder Manual Lymphatic Drainage and Complete Decongestive Therapy.
Natalie delves into her passion for working with oncology patients, highlighting the importance of lymphedema prevention and management post-surgery and treatment. She also touches on her additional training in cupping therapy, Thai massage, and her upcoming lymphatic taping certification.
Beyond her professional expertise, Natalie shares her active lifestyle, including her experiences with Crossfit, powerlifting, and various outdoor activities. She reflects on how her fitness background and personal injuries have informed her approach to rehabilitation and patient care.
Join us for a comprehensive discussion on the integration of massage therapy into broader health and wellness strategies, and learn how Natalie strives to create an inclusive, judgment-free space for all individuals on their wellness journeys.
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Email: Krista@theradicalrmt.com
If you are considering owning a clinic one day with multiple practitioners, you need to start acting like an owner now.
Here are Signs you will make a great clinic owner...
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Mentioned in this episode:
#082 Build your healthcare network with Facebook groups
#083 Hope for the best but then plan for the worst with Thomas Thorne
#092 Swift Strategies for Retaining great massage therapists
Bro Do You Even Refer Out?
Chatting with “The Massage Rebel” Trevor Chisman as he discusses his roles as massage therapist, clinic owner and web designer. Trevor is a massage therapist in Glasgow, Scotland (originally from England) and shares why he didn’t see himself as a clinic owner but accidentally became one, how he manages his massage schedule with his web design business, and gives practical advice for massage therapists when it comes to creating a website. We discuss the importance of authenticity and personal branding in website content, as well as investing in professional website design and acquiring domain names. Trevor emphasizes the need for proper planning and research before designing a website, and we learn what is next for Trevor as he transitions from being recognized as “The Massage Rebel” and the benefits of using your name as a personal brand. I hope you enjoy this episode with Trevor!
About Trevor Chisman
Trevor is a massage therapist, clinic owner and website designer based in Glasgow, Scotland. He's been a massage therapist for over 30 years and has been running his multi therapist clinic in Glasgow for 13 years. Lastly, he builds websites and offers marketing advice for massage therapists and other health and wellness professionals.
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Website: https://breathewebdesign.com/
Top Tips
- Hire a Professional Web Designer like Trevor to to design a website instead of doing it yourself. Save time, invest in professional quality, and focus on what you do best.
- Plan your website content and thoroughly before starting the design process
- Buy the domain name now
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This is Part 2 of 2 Focusing on Keeping Great Massage Therapists in your practice
Check out Part 1 for Client Retention: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/d0EmO8jIwJb
Today, we are diving into the world of client retention and therapist retention, drawing parallels between two seemingly unrelated worlds: massage therapy clinics and the music industry.
In this episode, we'll unravel the intriguing connection between Taylor Swift's bonus strategy for her Era’s tour team and the power of appreciation in retaining massage clients and massage therapists. We'll uncover valuable lessons that massage therapists can learn from Swift's approach to rewarding dedication and loyalty, and how these insights can transform the way massage therapy clinics engage with their clients and their team. We also compare the reasons why it's better to retain great massage therapists than it is to always seek new ones.
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Resource: https://www.forbes.com/sites/kellyphillipserb/2023/08/04/taylor-swift-says-thank-you-to-eras-tour-workers-by-handing-out-checks/?sh=5ce2ee5070f6
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You thought that being a massage therapist was going to be all about giving great massages right? If you are a solo practitioner you may have quickly realized that there is a lot more to running your own business (yes- you are a business) than you originally thought. From maintaining a workspace, marketing, scheduling, admin, networking, and yikes- managing your money!
Fear not! Linzy is here to give you the nuts and bolts of how she helps therapists in private practice feel calm and in control of their finances.
In this episode Linzy helps us understand why we feel money overwhelm, our experience with money shame, the difference of feeling money guilt, and how we can improve our mindset and money beliefs. She shares practical advice for saving for taxes and how much you should be paying yourself!
I hope you enjoy this episode with Linzy Bonham!
About Linzy Bonham:
Linzy Bonham is a private practice therapist turned money coach who helps private practice owners and health professionals feel calm and in control of their finances through her coaching at Money Nuts & Bolts and her podcast Money Skills for Therapists.
It all started when she saw her extremely skilled colleagues struggle with the money side of business. Some had even left private practice, or were avoiding starting one, because the financial side was too stressful.
So Linzy decided to help therapists and health professionals develop peace of mind about their money. Since so many were never taught these skills, she focuses on the “how” of making the business side of private practice doable, and even super satisfying.
Check out Linzy's free, on-demand training that will empower you to feel calm and in control of your finances.
You will learn how to make peace with money and thrive in your private practice — without burning out, skipping a paycheque, or sleepless nights worrying about debt.
Here is the link to get access to it: https://moneynutsandbolts.com/free-video-training-for-private-practice-owners/
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- Money Skills For Therapists Podcast
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This is Part 1 of 2
Today, we are diving into the world of client retention and therapist retention, drawing parallels between two seemingly unrelated worlds: massage therapy clinics and the music industry.
In this episode, we'll unravel the intriguing connection between Taylor Swift's bonus strategy for her Era’s tour team and the power of appreciation in retaining massage clients and massage therapists. We'll uncover valuable lessons that massage therapists can learn from Swift's approach to rewarding dedication and loyalty, and how these insights can transform the way massage therapy clinics engage with their clients and their team. We also compare the reasons why it's better to retain clients than it is to always seek new ones.
Website: http://www.theradicalrmt.com/
Instagram @theradicalmassagetherapist
Email: krista@theradicalrmt.com
Nancy Pitre, a massage therapist with 19 years of experience and a health coach for 7 years, has found immense value in the field of nutrition, believing it to have sustained her massage therapy career, focusing on the holistic connection of mind, body, and spirit.
In this episode Nancy shares how she overcame challenges on her journey to becoming a Registered Massage Therapist and how the right nutrition improved her health and helped her life take a turn for the better improving her anxiety and depression. Her results were so profound that she wanted to share what she had learned with others and decided to pursue a certification in holistic health coaching and also became a certified gut health coach.
Learn about the gut brain connection, her 12 week gut health program, what her routine looks like achieving two successful careers, as well as her tenacious attitude about getting what you want and never giving up!
I hope you enjoy this episode with Nancy!
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Learn more about Nancy, Nutrition, Gut Health, and her free 15 minute consultation https://www.yourjourneytowardswellness.com/
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Instagram: @nancypitre.healthcoah
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In order to enjoy the freedom of your massage career you need to let go of control. Whether it be your clients not rebooking with you or a massage therapist who dresses not to your style- Let them.
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Feeling bristled when someone says something related to your productivity or worth? Try the Okay Method.
A very short and sweet episode that I hope gives you something you can immediately take action on to improve your self worth and grow baby grow!
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You don’t need millions. You don’t need millions of dollars or millions of clients. To make a living- you need only thousands of true fans aka massage clients. Even more attainable still…a thousand massage appointments. If you have roughly a thousand appointments on your calendar every year, you can make a living- a good living as well!
*This episode is based on the popular Essay “1000 True Fans By Kevin Kelly” where I share the breakdown to demonstrate the same idea can be applied to a massage therapy practice with great success!
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Read the Original Essay by Kevin Kelly: https://kk.org/thetechnium/1000-true-fans/
Episodes mentioned: Episode 85 “Preparing for Mat Leave and Beyond” with Kelly Salvador, RMT and Emilie McKay, RMT
Episode 6 “Changing The Dialogue Around Massage Income” with Jana Veltheim, RMT and Clinic Owner
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Please note: This episode discusses the topic of pregnancy
This episode is a great place to start if you are planning for a family and you are wondering how to prepare for mat leave from your massage practice. Thanks to a listener request, we have got some great info for your! In this episode I am joined by Kelly Salvador, RMT and Emilie McKay, RMT.
Kelly and Emilie cover three key areas: Leading up to the pregnancy including the financial options you have available either through investing or through EI, During pregnancy and what it looks like to treat, how long they worked before taking time off, when they needed to reduce their hours, and how even your best plans can really go out the window, and lastly we cover What it looks like to return to your practice postpartum, including childcare, reducing compassion fatigue, and getting rid of mom guilt if you want to return to work.
I could not be more grateful for the insight and preparation these two women provided on this episode and their enthusiasm to both contribute.
I hope you enjoy this episode with Kelly and Emilie!
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About Emilie McKay, RMT
As a clinic director with relax. Massage Group and business coach with The RMTpreneur, Emilie works with RMTs and
clinics to build sustainable practices. Emilie is passionate about modernizing the massage therapy
industry and supporting her peers in their career growth. Emilie lives in Perth, Ontario on a 40-acre
hobby farm with her young family.
About Kelly Salvador, RMT
Kelly is a local Ottawa RMT who has specialized in athletic performance and recovery for most of her 14 year career. She is the co-owner of Kinetic Edge Health Group, a thriving multidisciplinary clinic in the city center that focuses on a holistic, modern approach of movement focused rehabilitation and treatment. Kelly is a traditional Massage Therapist who has continued to expand her skillset every chance she gets. Kelly is a new mother and spends her non working hours chasing her vibrant, happy-go-lucky son, strength training, traveling and everything in between.
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What does it look like when you know you have reached a place of ease and confidence in your massage practice?
After 18 years in practice, I have a few observations from my own experience and from watching my fellow massage therapists evolve in their own ways.
Check out this episode to learn more.
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As a massage therapist, have you ever been asked if your hands are insured? Have you thought about how you are going to save for retirement as a self-employed massage therapist? How long could you survive on your savings if you received a life changing diagnosis?
On this podcast I want to bring you the topics and guests that will help you become the best version of yourself- to show you the ways of a radical massage therapist and how to work smarter, not harder. Protecting yourself, your career, and your loved ones is part of being a radical massage therapist.
Introducing Thomas Thorne, investment and insurance broker to the podcast has been a priority of mine for awhile. Having him explain the differences between insurance- life, disability, and critical illness as well as discussing the variety of ways we can and should be saving for our retirement may seem overwhelming in the moment but, I hope this episode sparks a curiosity and a desire to have more of these conversations with the right resources.
I hope this episode curbs any skepticism and helps you develop a plan for your future.
About our guest Thomas Thorne
Tom is president of Thorne Financial Solutions and is a seasoned Insurance and Investment Broker serving his clients since 2006.
His passion is to help families and business owners protect their greatest assets – their earning potential, families, business and employees. With Tom’s formal education and practical life experiences he’s been able to craft a common sense approach to the industry that supports his client’s needs in unique ways. He offers these services based on the simple principle that knowledge for his clients is the single biggest tool he can provide.
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How can you get to know the health care practitioners in your neighbourhood better in order to provide a reliable referral network for your clients? Create a facebook group that includes health and wellness practitioners specifically for your neighbourhood.
Avoid awkward in person networking events
Build trust and respect as a leader in your community
Provide reliable referrals for your clients
Encourage collaboration and connection between all health and wellness sources in your neighbourhood
Check out this episode for more benefits of creating a Facebook group for your healthcare community.
If you have questions or want more information about creating your own Facebook group for your healthcare community, send me message or email!
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What if you experienced chronic pain after a car accident and suffered for 13 years without a resolution? What if the pain kept you from work as a massage therapist and you had to consider leaving the profession? What would you have to lose by trying CBD?
Kumi Taylor has been a licensed massage therapist in Texas for more than 20 years. In 2005 she was in a car accident that caused excruciating neck pain. CBD really improved my quality of life and she started retailing it in 2018 when it became federally legal. http://www.kumismassagestudio.com/
Check out this episode to learn more...
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3 Tips to help you (re)build your massage practice and maintain a busy schedule. If you would like to be busy or busier - these 3 tips have helped me when I was starting at a new location.
Let me know what is your favourite tip?
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I am sharing 5 mindset shifts that improved my massage practice, helped me build a supportive community, and gave me confidence to follow new challenges beyond the massage table.
I hope that even one of these mindset shifts helps you see your massage career as something special.
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Imagine working at a spa for 6 years and you are given the opportunity to take ownership of the business? Natsumi Hong is a massage therapist who took ownership of True Looks Day Spa in Dracut Massachusetts in 2019 and quickly took on the many roles of owning a business and continuing to see clients. Learn how she transitioned from employee to boss and how she came out stronger after Covid with a new sense of ownership and created a space that felt like her own.
About Natsumi:
I’ve been with true looks over 10 years now and am dual licensed in Massage therapy and cosmetology while practicing aesthetics. I’m recently married to my soulmate and we have a 2 and a half year old together named Poppy and two French bulldogs, Ziggy and Zeus.
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This is not an episode about what you "should" do in your marketing but, it is a cautionary tale about what not to do when marketing for your practice or techniques.
Providing vague information or buzz words will send your client to the depths of Google. We all know how helpful as a tool Google can be- but, is it the best option for your potential client trying to decide if your practice, your technique, or you as a practitioner are right for them? Check out this episode for the 2 directions (in my opinion) Google will take your potential client...
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Welcome to 2024, Radical Massage Therapist. Whether or not you hit all of your client, money, clinic, or personal goals for 2023- A new year means new opportunities, but it doesn’t have to mean a whole new you. How about a better prepared, more financially savvy you?
In this episode, your host, Registered Massage Therapist, and clinic owner Krista Dicks is giving you short actionable tips and reminding you to keep it simple in 2024.
We’re focusing on goal-setting and reflection for your practice, setting up financial wins now that will pay off for-ev-er, and some keep it real talk about massage therapy in general.
Plus some recommendations on some awesome past episodes and guests to catch you up and launch you forward.
Let’s start the year off right!
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Mentioned in this episode:
Jane Referral Code: RADICALRMT www.jane.app
030 Self Care Randi Kay https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/H9fW99RNfGb
006 Changing The Dialogue Around Massage Income: Jana Veltheim, RMT, Owner Align Massage Therapy: Jana Veltheim https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/OV3JFy0NfGb
047 Should you Take Courses in Your First Year of Practice? Krista Dicks https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/frQWXv5NfGz
Tangerine Banking Referral https://www.tangerine.ca/ Refer a Friend Orange Key 56112811S1 (Optional) and yes, I do receive a small referral thank you from Tangerine (and you can too!)
What a ghost appointment is and how you can start using it in your practice today whether you are a brand new massage therapist or you have a full schedule- especially if you have a full schedule!
With Krista Dicks, RMT
Instagram @theradicalmassagetherapist
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Striving for a life that is unrushed.
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Want to see the full list of questions? https://tim.blog/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/17-Questions-That-Changed-My-Life.pdf
Examples of "No Hurry, No Pause"
Derek Sivers. Relax For The Same Result
Katherine Zenkina. Manifestation Babe. My Husband Got Stuck In An Elevator Right Before Our Flight to Italy
Finding ways that I can pay to gain more time in my day. Surprisingly simple and some I can't believe I waited so long to try. What problem will you start throwing money at in order to give you more time for fun, recovery, or to pursue a new creative project? @theradicalmassagetherapistwww.theradicalmassagetherapist.com Want to see the full list of questions? https://tim.blog/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/17-Questions-That-Changed-My-Life.pdf
As someone who always seems to make things more complicated than they need to be- this question helped a lot.
I share in this short episode how I reflect on this question and applied it to my mobile clients and teaching Pilates.
Let me know how you are considering this question in your own life and practice. What would this look like if it were easy!
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Want to see the full list of questions? https://tim.blog/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/17-Questions-That-Changed-My-Life.pdf
Check out this episode recorded with Melissa Pierson, RMT -> How To Build A Mobile Massage Practice
I'm notorious for chasing shiny objects. Here are my thoughts on how I might consider my life to be fine- exactly as it is...
The question in this episode is: Could it be that everything is fine and complete as is?
I journaled daily on these 17 questions as shared by Tim Ferriss and I wanted to share my answers with you.
Want to see the full list of questions? https://tim.blog/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/17-Questions-That-Changed-My-Life.pdf
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Strange Title. Worth a Listen for the Explanation.
Highlights from this short episode:
Are you focusing on getting new clients or keeping your regulars?
Are you a clinic who is always recruiting or should you take care of your current massage therapists?
The energy cost of micromanaging
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Want to see the full list of questions? https://tim.blog/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/17-Questions-That-Changed-My-Life.pdf
This is a recording of a coaching call between myself (Krista Dicks, RMT) and Emilie McKay, RMT (@Thermtpreneur). I was getting ready to leave on holiday and I have been purposely saving to give myself time off to alleviate my financial stress while on holiday. Talking to Emilie gave me clarity and helped answered my questions.
You are not alone in navigating a successful massage practice while being self-employed. We often over complicate or overwork ourselves when it comes to taking time off and we may even daydream about what it's like to have paid vacation days if we worked with the government or a larger company.
I hope this episode answers your questions and encourages you to to write your own cheque while you are enjoying some much needed rest and recovery as a healthcare provider.
Emilie and I discuss:
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How much do you really need to set aside for 1, 2 or 3 weeks off?
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Do you calculate on gross or net income?
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Best options for savings accounts to maximize growth
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Why time is on your side
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Why trying to make up the hours will lead to burnout
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Mentioned in this episode
37 Effective Networking with Emilie McKay
Massage Therapy Media - Check out our bonus video episode on Building a Sustainable Practice to Avoid Burnout
Have you been thinking of starting a mobile massage practice as your only massage business or perhaps you have considered adding a few mobile appointments to your existing clinic schedule?
Do you have questions about the best way to get clients or safety concerns about going into a stranger's home? What about the supplies required and how you will collect payment? All of these questions and more are answered in this episode with Melissa Pierson, RMT and owner of The Online Wellness Institute.
About Melissa Pierson
Melissa graduated with honours and was chosen to be the valedictorian in 2009 from the 2,200-hour program at CCMH Foothills College of Massage Therapy. In 2011, Melissa published an award winning case study in the IJTMB on massage therapy and TMJ dysfunction. Prenatal massage and pediatric massage are also of interest to Melissa. After working for various multidisciplinary clinics for ten years, Melissa started Lakeview Mobile Massage in Chestermere, AB. Since its inception in 2019, it has grown into a busy practice and now includes a second RMT to help with the demand.
Melissa and her husband Jordan are the founders of The Online Wellness Institute, a library of continuing education courses for RMTs where their goal is to help RMTs thrive in their practice.
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Hello Radical Massage Therapist!
I journaled daily on these 17 questions as shared by Tim Ferriss and I wanted to share my answers with you.
The question in this episode is: What might I put in place to allow me to go off the grid for 4 to 8 weeks, with no phone or email?
How could this relate to your massage career and how could it relate to your personal life?
We can all benefit from exploring this question even if you never plan to go off the grid for any amount of time.
Systems are sexy and if you don't have them you will quickly find out where there are bottlenecks in your practice, how much you micromange , and how quickly things can fall apart if you aren't around. That's not what we want.
One goal of starting business (including a massage practice) is to enjoy time freedom away from it! So why make things difficult on yourself by gatekeeping?
In this episode I share my top tips for creating systems in my practice, how I build trust with my colleagues, and ways I am still improving.
I hope you enjoy!
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Hello Radical Massage Therapist!
I journaled daily on these 17 questions as shared by Tim Ferriss and I wanted to share my answers with you.
The question in this episode is: What If I Could Only Subtract To Solve Problems?
How could we do less and achieve results?
Are you overwhelming your potential clients with too much information on your website and social media?
Are you a clinic owner with shiny object syndrome and you want to do workshops, sell products, while running a full time massage practice?
Check out this episode for the benefits of subtracting from your "To Do" list! I hope you enjoy!
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Hello Radical Massage Therapist!
I journaled daily on these 17 questions as shared by Tim Ferriss and I wanted to share my answers with you.
The question in this episode is: Do I Have To Make It Back The Way I Lost It?
How could this relate to your massage career and how could it relate to your personal life?
Do you know anyone who quit massage school near the end?
Do you know anyone who failed the boards and decided to not try again?
Do you know anyone who passed the boards and decided to not even begin a career in massage therapy?
Are you a "finisher" and do you feel that once you start something, you have to complete it? Even if you're not into it anymore?
Check out this episode for permission on how you can let go of finishing just because you started and understand that as massage therapists we don't have to make our money back the way that we "lost it" in the first place!
I hope you enjoy!
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Hello Radical Massage Therapist!
I journaled daily on these 17 questions as shared by Tim Ferriss and I wanted to share my answers with you.
The question in this episode is: What If I Created My Own Real World MBA?
How could this relate to your massage career and how could it relate to your personal life
Are you thinking of changing careers or expanding your skills? Consider using the money you would spend on theory and putting it into the real world instead.
I share 5 ways that we can gain experience and connections without going back into the classroom.
Check out this episode where I share 5 ideas to gain experience and connections without going back into the classroom.
I hope you enjoy!
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Jumping right into today’s episode we are discussing cycle syncing and how we can work with our bodies instead of against them. If you are a person who menstruates or you know someone who does, you will recognize that not everyday is amazing and in fact some days feel absolutely terrible. Over the course of a month you can feel different physically, mentally, and emotionally every single day. My guest Samantha Storozuk has a fascination with this topic and I am super excited to speak with her on how we can “flip the script.” Instead of powering through the month accepting it is what it is- we can take power to understand our cycle and schedule our month to optimize the highs and choose rest on the lows. The benefits of this career is that we have independence and we are in charge of our own bodies, and our own schedules. I hope you enjoy this episode with Samantha!
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Samantha Storozuk, RMT is a Registered Massage Therapist since 2016, she now co-owns Marchdale Massage in Ottawa, ON.
Sam has an eclectic mix of topics she's passionate about, that she applies to her own personal practice and Massage Therapy in general. Want to see her really light up? Ask her about her latest fascination - it's always something new! Currently she's on about the Cycle Syncing method, Spin class, finding the MOST comfortable underwear (it's key!), budgeting & investing.
Find her on IG @marchdale.massage and @pakensam
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Hello Radical Massage Therapist!
I journaled daily on these 17 questions as shared by Tim Ferriss and I wanted to share my answers with you.
The question in this episode is: What If I Couldn't Pitch My Product Directly?
How could this relate to your massage career and how could it relate to your personal life?
Did I lose you with the word product? Stick around because I have some ideas as it relates to our service based business!
The thing is- we worked really hard to become massage therapists and earn a professional title but, your title doesn’t help explain what the benefits are of what it means to be a massage therapist.
We often list the certifications of our job title, the skills, and techniques we have but, what people actually want to know about are the success stories as a result of those skills! They want to know about the results.
We forget that it’s the unique person behind the title that helps us stand out from the other massage therapists.
How can we educate about massage therapy without it becoming a lecture?
Check out this episode for ideas on how you can pitch yourself as a massage therapist without actually talking about massage therapy.
I hope you enjoy!
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Hello Radical Massage Therapist!
I journaled daily on these 17 questions as shared by Tim Ferriss and I wanted to share my answers with you.
The question in this episode is: What's the least crowded channel?
How could this relate to your massage career and how could it relate to your personal life?
What the heck does this question mean anyway?
Well, here's how I applied it to this exercise...
Since massage therapy is so wonderful- we try to share massage therapy with everyone!
We can treat it all so why not list everything we do and every modality?
Our practice is located in a city with a large population - why shouldn't I advertise everywhere?
Well, when you consider these areas may be very crowded with other massage therapists doing the same thing- you may not stand out.
Check out this episode for ideas on how you can access the least crowded channel and find the right clients for you and the right massage therapists to work with!
I hope you enjoy!
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Hello Radical Massage Therapist!
I journaled daily on these 17 questions as shared by Tim Ferriss and I wanted to share my answers with you.
The question in this episode is: What If I Let Them Make Decisions Up To $100? $500? $1,000?
How could this relate to your massage career and how could it relate to your personal life?
If you are a clinic owner and you feel like all the decisions come down on you and you would like to give some responsibility back to your team then this episode is worth a listen!
How would it feel if you told your team "I Trust You." ?
As a clinic owner I share how I have implemented the $100 or less rule to give my colleagues the power to make decisions on behalf of the clinic. It helps to give me the freedom I am seeking as a business owner too. Because the last thing you want when you're on holiday is a text message that says "we're out of toilet paper."
I hope you enjoy!
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Hello Radical Massage Therapist!
I journaled daily on these 17 questions as shared by Tim Ferriss and I wanted to share my answers with you.
The question in this episode is: If I Could Only Work 2 Hours Per Week On My Business, What Would I Do?
How could this relate to your massage career and how could it relate to your personal life?
I know what you're thinking! Yeah right! How could I live on only 2 hours of massage per week?
Well, this is where the magic comes in about really taking time to think about where you are using your energy and is it in the most effective way? Are you getting the desired results?
As a clinic owner, I share how I would turn my attention to my team if I could only work 2 hours a week.
I hope you enjoy!
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Hello Radical Massage Therapist!
I journaled daily on these 17 questions as shared by Tim Ferriss and I wanted to share my answers with you.
The question in this episode is: What's The Worst That Could Happen? Could I Get Back Here?
How could this relate to your massage career and how could it relate to your personal life?
We all know what Goal Setting is and how to map out a plan to achieve the goal but rarely do we consider breaking down our fears surrounding the goal and often the fear paralyzes us into not taking action and it also gives us some pretty good excuses to keep us safe from taking risks.
Enter Fear Setting.
Tim has a simple pen to paper method for mapping out your fears surrounding a particular goal that helps you to see your fears not as mountains but as mole hills. I lay it out in this episode and share some of my own examples.
I love this exercise and I have used it a few times in my career and personal life which has given me the confidence to take risks and move abroad and also open my own massage practice.
I hope you enjoy!
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Mentioned in this episode: Episode 50 Working Abroad as a Massage Therapist with Krista Dicks, RMT
Hello Radical Massage Therapist!
I journaled daily on these 17 questions as shared by Tim Ferriss and I wanted to share my answers with you.
The question in this episode is: What would I do/have/be if I had $10 million? What’s my real TMI?
How do we know as a massage therapist when enough is enough?
What's your answer to this popular question? Would you quit massage therapy? How big do you dream? What are you deferring until retirement? Do you really know how much your dream life will cost? Why can't you live part of it out now instead of waiting?
I hope you enjoy!
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Hello Radical Massage Therapist!
I journaled daily on these 17 questions as shared by Tim Ferriss and I wanted to share my answers with you.
The question in this episode is: What Do I Spend a Silly Amount of Money on? How Might I Scratch My Own Itch?
How could this relate to your massage career and how could it relate to your personal life?
If you could create an income or earn a discount for something you use, need, love everyday- what would it be?
I share how this could apply to items we use in our massage practice and even at home. How we can share and sell our expertise? Would opening your own practice help you enjoy our work and earn more income?
I hope you enjoy!
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Hello Radical Massage Therapist!
I journaled daily on these 17 questions as shared by Tim Ferriss and I wanted to share my answers with you.
The question in this episode is: What if I Did the Opposite for 48 Hours?
How could this relate to your massage career and how could it relate to your personal life?
What if you took a look around and decided to do things differently than every massage therapist?
I share how this could apply to our rates, treatment hours, treatment duration, our boundaries, and more.
I hope you enjoy!
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Want to learn how to give yourself paid vacation as a massage therapist?
This episode gives you 5 ideas that can help you feel less stress and less worry about missing out on income while you are on holiday and you might actually enjoy taking more time off!
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Emilie McKay: @thermtpreneur
The Massage Business Blueprint: https://www.massagebusinessblueprint.com/give-vacation-pay
Krista Wright is the author of Confessions of a Massage Table which is due to be released this fall. She was born in Ottawa, Ontario into a military family and moved around before settling in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, where she currently lives with her husband and two amazing daughters.
She has been a registered massage therapist (RMT) since graduating from the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy in 2005 and a member in two of her provinces' associations
Krista is currently working on her next novel, Confessions of a Massage Clinic, which is scheduled for release in 2023.
For updated information on release dates and where to purchase her book follow her on Instagram.
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I hope you enjoy this episode!
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Returning RMT Helene Letourneau is here for this weeks episode and sharing how she is revolutionizing the industry of Massage therapy for her practice and for her clients through Embodiment Coaching. Her experience with burnout has helped her prioritize her own health and wellness as she applies embodiment techniques in her life to make informed decisions that are truly in alignment with her goals. Her hope is to inspire fellow colleagues and clients by demonstrate what is possible when you allow creativity back into your practice. You have the power and the choice to choose a path that is more rewarding, establishes healthier habits and elevates your mindset to align with your deepest desires. I hope you enjoy!
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Want to build your massage practice and receive hands on mentorship with me? I am excited open the 7th Align Massage Therapy location in the Ottawa region - Align Massage Therapy- Lindenlea. I am looking for 2 keen massage therapists to work alongside with who want to grow both personally and professionally. If you are looking to work in a clinic that values your time and skills while keeping things simple and relaxed then I would love to connect with you! Everyone is welcome! New grads too! Send your Resume to lindenlea@alignyourbody.com
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Want to get out of survivor mode in your wellness practice and get into scale mode? Of course you do! We all do! Even a small practice can benefit from a business model that helps you to scale up your success while scaling back on your hands on time!
Can you imagine that as the owner you need to do fewer massages in order to increase your revenue?
Intrigued? I was and I'm so glad I was able to connect with DJ in his area of expertise!
Not only does DJ give us "the seven stages of practice ownership" but he reveals why most massage therapists get stuck at stage 4. He runs us through effective marketing, building a team and so much more! If you love this episode- be sure to check out more of DJ by listening to his podcast "Scaling Wellness" and buy his new book "90 Day Therapist: A Tactical Playbook for Building A Successful Massage Practice."
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ABOUT DARRYL "DJ" TURNER
Darryl “DJ” Turner is an author, consultant, agency-owner, and host of the Scaling Wellness Podcast. He helps wellness practices scale up - with more team members, or more clients, while also helping practice owners scale back - and build a business they can actually walk away from.
He believes practice owners should be able to run their practice in way that not only allows them to have the highest impact possible, but also in a way that gives them the most freedom.
The 90 Day Therapist (Amazon) - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B37TDZGF/
The Scaling Wellness Podcast (Apple) - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-scaling-wellness-podcast/id1496606187
The Scaling Wellness Podcast (Spotify) - https://open.spotify.com/show/6LKSrFl69iXJ6HkAxzjgEu?si=b3df138eef4b48b5
Current Website - www.scalingwellness.com
Have you ever dreamed of working abroad? I spent 2 years living and working in the Caribbean as a massage therapist. It was a unique experience and I am forever grateful I had the opportunity to work in paradise. If you are wanting to work anywhere else but where you are now this episode is the best way I can introduce you to the first 3 things I did in order to get started on working abroad. Massage therapy is a profession with freedom of work location and maybe that's why you chose this career in the first place. But you don't have to be a massage therapist to benefit from the information I share- you just have to have a dream and the willingness to take action. Consider this part one and if you want more- let me know! I'm so excited to share this episode with you and I hope you send me a postcard from your own paradise! XO
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Looking back on the beginning of my massage career it’s normal to wonder what I might do differently if I could start over at age 23. Sharing with you my love of massage therapy and my struggles in hopes that you will learn from my mistakes and be further ahead in your career sooner than you imagined. I want to help massage therapists have a long-term and fulfilling career without the same mistakes I made. If you are a new massage therapist, welcome to an incredible career with freedom, flexibility, the ability to help people feel better and make a difference while also earning a respectable paycheque with earning potential. If you are an experienced massage therapist you probably know by know that it's never too late to start over or try new ways to enhance your career and your lifestyle. Here's a message from me to you! I hope you enjoy this episode!
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Your brick and mortar space is an extension of you and it represents the expertise your ideal patients are looking for. If you wonder why patients aren't rebooking or referring even though they tell you it was an excellent massage- what's going on? In this episode you will discover that your physical location has even more of an impact on how your patient feels over the great work you do as a massage therapist! You will learn from Carolyn Boldt, an interior designer and VP of Crossfields Chiropractic Design who specializes in holistic spaces to elevate the public perception of healthcare practitioners including chiropractors and massage therapists. Whether you own multiple clinics, you work as an independent contractor, or you rent a small room in an office building there are helpful takeaways in this episode for you. As a practitioner it is equally important to feel good in your work space to provide quality care. Carolyn gives us advice on how often we should freshen up our space, quick tips to elevate your surroundings, the importance of curb appeal, why your office is your biggest marketing expense, and more. Carolyn is also providing listeners with a Free Mega Bundle to help you evaluate your current office image. I hope you enjoy this episode with Carolyn!
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ABOUT CAROLYN BOLDT
Thirty years ago, Carolyn was faced with a hard decision: doctors wanted to remove her
daughter's tonsils, but she was hesitant to have her two-year-old daughter undergo surgery at such a young age. Today, thanks to chiropractic care, Carolyn’s daughter still has her tonsils. The impact of that care on her daughter’s life would make Carolyn a lifelong advocate of holistic healthcare. In 2004, Carolyn and her husband co-founded CrossFields as a design-build firm in Atlanta, and in 2011 they changed their focus to improving the public’s perception of alternative medicine, and highlighting the power of holistic healthcare. CrossFields has helped hundreds of
practitioners across the country expand their practices and reach higher levels of success by maximizing space, attracting and retaining patients, and saving money.
If you are a new massage therapist and you are beginning to discover all the amazing courses, modalities, techniques, trainings, retreats, workshops, seminars etc that you can take to enhance your career- I bet you feel like you want to take them all now. Like, right now! Maybe you have something in mind in order to work with a specific population, you want to go deeper on a technique you learned in school, or you have seen something that "looks cool" and you want to try. On the other hand, maybe you are feeling overwhelmed by all the options and since continuing education plays a big role in maintaining your practice you are willing to take anything just to earn the credits and maintain practice standards. Either way I have some thoughts on whether or not you should take courses in your first year of practice. If you are beyond your first year in practice I would love it if you shared your feedback!
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"It's not what [the client] wants it's what they need" - Joanna Sapir
If you ask your client "what do you need?" at each visit and you feel like you are living "groundhog day" by repeating the same treatments with an eagerness to get results but you never feel like you get to the root cause of the problem then this episode is for you! This guest knows all about the power of creating treatment plans for your clients that deliver results and creating systems in your practice to help you live your life in such a way that helps you fulfil your purpose as a health and wellness practitioner. With Joanna Sapir's expertise she will help you shift your mindset from freelancer to business owner and why implementing a client consultation will help you identify and work with your ideal clients to feel more fulfilled in your work. In this conversation, we’re talking about how any practitioner can implement this strategy for predictable income and real client examples to encourage you to take action. Joanna has even gifted listeners with a Free Masterclass to start managing your practice with purpose today!
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Joanna Sapir has been a teacher and mentor for more than twenty years, from the classroom to the gym floor and now to wellness practices across the world. She works with established practitioners that are doing innovative and transformational work in their fields on the business-side of things like marketing, sales, and administration. Joanna's special ability is in helping practitioners step into true leadership of their businesses, find more fulfilment and purpose in their work, serve their clients more deeply - and create predictable income and streamlined systems while doing it. A San Francisco Bay Area native, she now lives in Sonoma County, is the mother of two teenaged sons, and is a national champion in Olympic-style Weightlifting. Learn more at https://joannasapir.com
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"The impulse to share knowledge has never done me wrong” - Elle Browning
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If you have a full schedule of happy massage clients and you still feel you have more to give because you love to teach and share your knowledge but you feel the limitations of having to physically be at work to do your job then this episode is for you! This episode is also for you if you feel bored in your massage practice and you want the challenge of creating something new with your existing skills.
This guest knows all about the power of creating an online program, course, or support group to help you get your gifts, passions, and talents out into the world and beyond your massage practice. With Elle Browning’s expertise she will help you each step of the way from mindset obstacles to completion of your new online offering. In this conversation, we’re talking about why you need to consider an online program and some nuggets of actionable advice including a free PDF guide to get you thinking about what you can teach online and then make it happen!
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Elle Browning is an executive business coach (NYU 2016), licensed massage therapist, and entrepreneur with over a decade of experience in the wellness industry. She offers coaching programs to teach bodyworkers and holistic practitioners how to build their own online businesses. Through her work, she connects her clients to greater support, community, and resources. It’s her mission to empower holistic practitioners to change the world by creating sustainable and profitable healing businesses.
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FREE PDF link: 60 Minute Course Creation: 13 Steps to Identify Your Profitable Signature Online Course in Under an Hour
*“Being true to your inner self and connecting to our inner light…Life starts to feel a lot more going with the flow instead of fighting the flow”
- Navjit Kaur Sidhu*
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Navjit Kaur Sidhu is the owner and director of the award winning yoga and tea studio. Located in Carp, Ontario just outside of Ottawa.
She has practiced yoga for 15 years and has been certified to teach yoga since 2005.
She is a MELT level 1 certified instructor and she is presenting release techniques to be efficient as a massage therapist and to relieve aches and pains at the upcoming Take care of You School virtual event for massage therapists.
She is a mom, wife, professional engineer and entrepreneur.
Navjit Kaur is an inspiring entrepreneur who relates her experience as a business owner to having a real life MBA.
Navjit Kaur has a core manta of “Just Be You” and we discuss what this means and how you can get back to being true to you.
Check out this episode to learn more about the MELT method and how it differs from other types of fascial release techniques.
Navjit teaches Yoga classes online and MELT workshops in person. Please check out her website for more information.
I hope you enjoy this episode!
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“During therapy you are really having a dialogue with the client through touch”
- Aubrey Gowing
Aubrey Gowing takes time from his busy schedule to share some self-care strategies for massage therapists.
We also discuss what a sustainable massage practice looks like and how to maintain a long-tern fulfilling career as a massage therapist.
Aubrey not only hosts his own workshops and trainings which you can find on his college website but, he also loves to learn and has achieved over 58 certifications that help him in his practice and help him to be a better educator.
He is a huge fan of myoskeletal alignment with Erik Dalton and we discuss where you can started on these trainings.
We also discuss his upcoming presentation with the Take Care of You School on April 9, 2022.
At this virtual event He will be sharing Self-treatment strategies LIVE with us.
I hope you enjoy this episode with Aubrey Gowing
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Holistic College Dublin https://hcd.ie/
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Did you know that almost 80 percent of massage therapists have experienced burnout?
The number one excuse massage therapists share as their reason for not practicing regular self-care is..."I Have No Time"
The average career life of a massage therapist is 5 years before they quit from injury, emotional exhaustion, or apathy
We have a solution...
Tune into this short episode to to learn more about Take Care of You School
A premier virtual event for massage therapists to learn the benefits of self-care
And we are going beyond bubble baths!
Experts from around the globe will teach us physical, emotional, mental, and financial well-being
Featuring 8 incredible speakers from inside and outside the massage community
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Bonus Course Included by Mark Liskey 3.0 CE, NCBTMB provider-approved
Presentations are recorded and accessible up to one year for ALL registrants
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Mark Liskey https://www.makethemostofmassage.com/
Book: The Pain Free Massage Therapist
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“Make it the norm to be in a state of relaxation”
- Dr. Tiffany Ryan, Co-Founder Yomassage®
Yomassage® is restorative stretch, mindfulness, therapeutic touch, and community. In addition to offering massage at an accessible rate, Yomassage® classes appeal to more people because they are fully clothed and offered in a safe environment. Yomassage® appeals to massage therapists because they can see up to 5 clients during a Yomassage® session and provide some additional hands on time to complement your on the table massage treatments.
Dr. Tiffany Ryan earned her PhD in Social Work from the University of Texas at Austin. Her research focused on child welfare, homeless youth, and policy reform. She became very interested in the mind-body connection in 2016 and attended massage therapy and yoga teacher training. She Co-Founded Yomassage® in 2018 to make therapeutic touch more accessible and educate bodyworkers and the public on the impact of therapeutic touch, bodywork, and mindfulness on overall wellbeing and mental health.
Dr. Tiffany Ryan will be presenting a demonstration of Yomassage® training at Take Care of You School. This is a virtual event all about self-care for massage therapists. Experts from around the world will be teaching us about physical, mental, emotional, and financial well being. Take Care of You School starts on Saturday April 9, 2022. For more information about Take Care of You School Visit: https://eventee.co/en/e/1st-international-take-care-of-you-school-event-for-massage-therapists-11402
For more information about Yomassage please visit www.yomassage.com
Please enjoy this episode with Dr. Tiffany Ryan
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“We should expect results from our professional association the same way our patients and clients expect results from us everyday” - Don Dillon, RMT
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This episode of The Radical RMT podcast features Don Dillon, RMT. Don is a practitioner, speaker, and practice coach. He began his massage practice in 1991 and he has worked in chiropractic, spa, and medical facilities before operating his own clinic in a fitness club for many years. He now has a home based practice in the Niagara area. Don has written articles appearing in several professional publications in Canada, US, and Australia. Don has received the Ontario Massage Therapist Association President’s Award of Merit, Two Hand of Thanks certificates, and the Ken Rezsnyak award. This award is bestowed annually to a member who embodies the true meaning of the profession in addition to going above and beyond for the betterment of the profession. In 2012 Don was honoured with ONE concept’s Massage Therapist of the Year award in Canada.
Don is here to talk about Advocacy and how we can be better advocates for our massage profession in order to move our profession forward. I was glad to have Don on the podcast to discuss this topic as I often feel useless when it comes to knowing what I can do that will make a difference. He delivers with clear, tangible steps we can all take big or small in order to remain active in communicating with our peers, educating the public, and the ways we can ask our association to deliver results.
I would love to hear how this episode has inspired you and the small steps you are taking to advocate for massage therapy and the future of our profession.
I hope you enjoy this episode!
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Samantha Hughes is a Registered Massage Therapist and provides Craniosacral Therapy. She is the co-owner of Pure Massage and Holistic Therapies in Kanata, Ontario and she is a mom of twin toddler boys. I approached Sam to discuss the topic of raising rates but, we discuss so much more than that and she has given us an episode that would be excellent for a new grad to listen to or perhaps you are a seasoned massage therapist looking to change your business model or move locations for better finances.
I hope you enjoy this episode!
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This is a follow-up "minisode" to Episode #038: Freedom Driven with Yvonne Moir, RMT, Co-owner of Origin Wellness, and a Professional Musician.
Yvonne answers what an ethical and inclusive clinic space looks like for both practitioners and patients.
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Welcome to this episode of The Radical RMT Podcast with Yvonne Moir.
They are a Registered Massage Therapist in Toronto Canada and they are also a professional musician. They play the baritone saxophone and most recently toured with The Arkells. You will learn more in this episode about how they balance these two worlds and the importance of freedom and flexibility in a career that allows opportunities and the impulse to take action on them.
Yvonne is also a clinic co-owner at Origin Wellness in Toronto and shares a few ideas for effective partnerships and creating an ethical and safe space for patients and practitioners. With their musical career background, they refer to the clinic and the practitioners who work together as "building their dream band with all the people I want to play with in one spot."
They explain in this episode how a full schedule actually provides them with more structure and how vital a creative outlet is to their mental health.
There are a lot of wonderful takeaways in this episode and I hope you enjoy listening!
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Our occupation as healthcare professionals puts us in a position that allows for respect and trust with our clients.
Through our consistent actions we can maintain this respect and trust.
Creating a better environment and experience for the client and for the massage therapist can enhance the outcomes of treatment.
In this episode I share a few simple ways that we can maintain our position of authority.
There is a real power dynamic in our profession and without being overbearing it's important to maintain our power as the healthcare professional.
We occasionally have the "needy" client, the "particular" client, or the "controlling" client.
Tune in to find out a few ways that we can help soften their edges and stay on task without feeling bothered.
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"Networking can be very influential and it can make a difference in your business" - Emilie McKay
In this episode I speak with Emilie McKay on the topic of Effective Networking.
Emilie is a massage therapist and a business coach to massage therapists through her business The RMTpreneur (@thermtpreneur)
This episode is for you whether you are new to networking or you are a seasoned pro at building your connections.
Maybe you think networking is a “dirty word” or you just don't know where to find the next event. You definitely need to stay tuned because no matter your experience in networking, I know you will find some new tips to take with you to your next event.
Emilie shares how we can make networking feel authentic whether you are an introvert or an extrovert, why stories will help you build relationships in your network, and the ways that networking is changing both in person and online.
This episode is only the tip of the iceberg as Emilie provides even more information in an upcoming webinar called Effective Networking: Communicate to influence the TED way. This webinar is offered through the RMTAO and she is co-hosting with Teri Kingston.
I hope you enjoy this episode with Emilie McKay!
Learn more about the webinar here --->> Effective Networking: Communicate to Influence the TED Way
Stay Tuned for Part 2 when we bring Emilie back to talk more about her journey as an RMT and her business, The RMTpreneur.
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This is my take on how to improve your interaction with a difficult colleague, client, or acquaintance and make a less than tolerable situation well...more tolerable.
Sometimes people come into your life to challenge your patience, your integrity, and your sanity. I've been there and I am here for you!
Listen to this micro episode about how I "flipped the script" on how I saw a work situation and decided that I would laugh and not cry everyday.
Let me know if you have worked in a similar situation and how you handled it?
Was this episode helpful? I hope so!
So, was it the title or the graphic of Dwight Schrute that drew your attention to this episode?
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"Judgement is always a projection of your own darkness and you need to own up to it. Do you Get that?" - Bernadette Kaye
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We are all knowledgeable in our skills but how many of us are knowledgeable in matters of our Self?
Can we be an effective healer, bodyworker, caregiver, or even a parent if we are unwilling to work on our own Shadow?
My personal and professional life has greatly benefited from mentors, teachers, and guides and I am grateful for them.
I encourage you to seek out the same for the benefit of your own well being and those who rely on you for healing.
In this episode I read a short chapter titled "Healers and Their Shadow" Self-Shadow Work for Healers from the book, "Did you get that! The Art of Spiritual Shadow Work- Volume 1" by Bernadette Kaye.
You will learn about Your Shadow and how it disrupts your life until you choose to investigate it.
Bernadette has been a mentor to me for awhile and I am grateful for her guidance and insight.
I hope you enjoy this episode!
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Book: "Did you get that! The Art of Spiritual Shadow Work- Volume 1" by Bernadette Kaye
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“Most people overestimate what they can do in one year and underestimate what they can do in ten years.” - Bill Gates
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It's a solo episode with me, Krista Dicks, Registered Massage Therapist and host of The Radical RMT Podcast.
This episode is a simple guide to goal setting and getting started so that you can start achieving your goals this very month and finish 2021 with some momentum.
Goal setting can be overwhelming and that might be why you are hesitant to get started or maybe your goals just need a reboot.
I give you five categories to focus on and I walk you through some examples.
I have also created a FREE Goal Setting PDF for you to download where you can record your goals and find more explanation on each of the 5 categories.
Setting goals and planning out how to achieve them is one of my favourite things to do so, if you need any help or you want to share your goals with me for some accountability or celebratory high-fives I would love to hear from you! Send me a DM @theradicalrmt
Have fun and I hope you enjoy this episode!
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"For RMTS who want to get better in their practice…Get better within yourself personally because that will feed into the professional" - Chris Delos Reyes
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Chris Delos Reyes came to massage therapy through his passion for dance and his creativity and energy create a buzz around his business Holistic Connection.
Co-owned with his wife April who is a Reiki Master, Holistic Connection helps busy creative professionals relieve pain from their laptop lifestyle to feel energized & perform at their best while being active. If that sounds like incredibly specific marketing it's no coincidence. Chris believes that aligning with your dream client is key to feeling fulfilled and having longevity in a massage or wellness career.
Chris understands that wellness is complex and it's not just about addressing physical pain. He shares the vision that Holistic Connections has seven pillars of wellness that help him connect with experts outside the scope of massage therapy to bring a true holistic wellness experience to his practice.
Do you know those clients and those days when you feel like you are living in your purpose and you are really connected to the work you do? We have also had those days when we are just watching the time pass. In this episode Chris explains how to become aligned with your practice and feel good about the work you do with the people you really want to work with.
In this episode we also discuss...
- The Flow State
- Why Chris used to feel ashamed to call himself a massage therapist
- And more...
I hope you enjoy this episode with Chris!
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This episode features Jessica Oliver. Jessica is a retired Registered Massage Therapist after practicing for 18 years when she decided during the pandemic to open a clothing store called MUST boutique in Ottawa, Canada (@mustboutiquewestboro).
If you have been feeling like you are outgrowing massage or you are interested in pursuing a creative project, this episode will encourage you to explore your creativity and to embrace your interests.
On this podcast, I like to explore that we are more than just massage therapists and it is the unique qualities we bring to the table that help us to build a successful massage practice and have a fulfilling life.
We also cover...
- Anime
- Fashion BTS
- Similarities between trying on clothing and being a client on the massage table
- What it can look like if you want to give yourself the space to pursue a new adventure without fulling taking the leap from massage
I hope you enjoy this episode with Jessica!
This episode was recorded in compliance with the Covid safety measures in effect at the time and place of recording.
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. August 23, 2021
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Did you know there are massage championships happening around the world? Meet Paris Diamantis-Siolos and Lidija Ristic, founders of The Official World Online Massage Championship. This is the 2nd edition and registration is open until August 31st, 2021 with the possibility of an extension. Paris and Lidija started the 1st edition in 2020 as a way to unite massage therapists globally to share in a unique experience, bring positivity to the profession when so many of us were unable to work, and to provide massage therapists with the opportunity to learn from each other- the best in the world!
Tune into this episode as Paris and Lidija break down the event and share more about their passion for the profession of massage therapy.
Learn more about...
- How does the competition run online?
- What is required to enter the competition?
- What are the categories?
- How is a massage therapist awarded points?
- How do they see the competition improving every year?
- And more...
This is a big undertaking in order for it to run successfully and they admit they made mistakes in the first year but, they are always open to feedback from the audience and participants to make it a better experience.
You can learn more at www.internationalmassagechampionship.com
This was also recorded as a Facebook Live and you can view the recording here: Facebook page: Online International Massage Championship
I hope you enjoy this episode with Paris and Lidija!
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*"I do massage with all my heart and soul"
- Kelren Mello*
This episode features Kelren Mello @kelmassagetherapy.
She is a massage therapist who practices in both the state of Illinois and the state of Florida.
She is a mother who felt led by Faith to massage therapy because she wanted to do something meaningful with her life.
She is a beautiful soul who first and foremost treats her clients with her heart and then with her hands. I hope that after this episode you feel inspired to return to your own practice with an open heart and you will see yourself the way our clients do when he help them to feel better mind, body, and soul.
I hope you enjoy this episode with Kelren Mello!
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Elicia Crook is a Massage therapist, business coach, author and mentor to hundreds of therapists worldwide, sharing the tactics she used to create her business success over 16 years.
From the early days of treating out of her lounge room the journey took Elicia to build her dream clinic with a team of 9 treating over 100 clients a week.
Elicia then created a very successful online business as well, and now teaches therapists how to build business with more success and passion, and to drive the health industry forward.
She works with solo therapists as well as clinic owners helping them create successful businesses and live life on their terms.
Elicia lives in Australia with her husband James and together they own and operate Massage Champions.
In this episode we cover:
- What it means to create a deeply satisfying business
- How to achieve the same results online as you do in your hands on practice
- The simple way you can be inspired no matter where you are in your practice
I hope you enjoy this episode with Elicia Crook!
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"I knew if I wanted to do this again and do it for as long as possible, I knew I would need to pace myself" - Sandra Rosten
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Feeling burnt out emotionally and physically from your massage career? Curious about what it would look like if you took some time off from your practice and tried a new career path? Would it solidify your decision to leave massage therapy? Or would it solidify your passion for it?
Sandra (Sandy) Rosten has been practicing as a massage therapist in the province of Manitoba for 16 years now. But, there was a time that she wasn’t pacing herself and she wasn’t sure how long she could keep up. She was raising a family, running her massage practice from home and she was having a hard time saying “no” to appointments. She allowed herself to step away from massage and try something different. Would it mean she would leave massage forever? She would only know if she took the leap! I hope you enjoy hearing her story.
This Episode Was First Released March 2020
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*“How do I give the best massage I can without injuring myself?"
- Mark Liskey*
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How is your body feeling at the end of your workday?
Do you sometimes wish you could be the client receiving the massage instead of giving a massage?
Do you find yourself dreading going into work because your body is pain?
This episode features Mark Liskey, a massage therapist and certified neuromuscular therapist practicing in the United States. He is approaching 30 years in his practice and he is the author of “The Pain Free Massage Therapist.”
Mark has developed techniques to help himself massage pain free as a result of experiencing multiple injuries in his own body because of the way he was massaging. His doctor even advised him to quit massage. Mark is committed to sharing these techniques with other massage therapists because it will ultimately help us to increase our revenue and have a longer more fulfilling career.
Mark also has a successful blog that offers DIY articles to help you at the start of your massage career or to get unstuck if you are reaching a plateau in your revenue. Through his teachings, Mark would really love to see more massage therapists put themselves first!
I enjoyed the opportunity to speak with him on this podcast!
I hope you enjoy this episode!
Buy Mark's book "The Pain Free Massage Therapist"
Check out Mark's blog and courses at Make The Most Of Massage
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Do you take the time to send a quick "thank you?"
When someone gives you their time, shares their experience, and helps you get results, they deserve a quick "thank you."
Practicing gratitude is important to appreciate what you have and don't forget the individuals who have helped us get to where we are today.
Remember, we get what we give.
I hope you enjoy this "quickie" episode!
- Krista Dicks, RMT
Let me know if you reached out to someone this week and said "Thank You!"
When you have a full schedule and your client really needs a massage, do you refer to one of your colleagues?
When you have reached a plateau with your client's progress, do you introduce them to another healthcare professional that may be able to break the cycle?
How do you extend your professional reach and build a network of allied healthcare members that will work together to provide exceptional care for your client?
Do you hear massage therapists refer to clients as "my" clients?
Check out this solo episode with just me and my rambling heart to learn more about why you should be referring out to other massage therapists and healthcare professionals.
If you like this episode, you should also check out these episodes of The Radical RMT:
029 Fat Positive Wellness with Jamie Boer
009 Dr. Melanie Stewart
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"We have to approach our healing day to day; moment to moment if we are going to change who we are over time." - Randi Kay
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This episode features Randi Kay, a massage therapist and yoga instructor from Fargo, North Dakota who helps her clients discover intuitive healing that leads to the best self-care for their body.
She has her own podcast called “Simple Self-care” where she interviews guests and shares her own wisdom on simplifying, seasonal living, and intelligent body awareness.
She has been featured on "The Minimalists" podcast and I am grateful to have the opportunity to speak with her.
Please enjoy this episode with Randi Kay!
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This is a short episode with me, Krista; the host of The Radical RMT Podcast!
On The Radical RMT podcast, I not only want to share the stories, advice, and routines of Radical RMTs but, I would also like to share with you the useful tips, and habits that I have learned along the way to help me create my own version of living a Radical RMT lifestyle and I hope it may be useful to you as well.
This episode is about Batching!
- I explain the benefits of batching the same tasks together
- Why we should stop giving our limited time and attention to each individual task as it comes up
- I share my own version of how I batch tasks weekly
- What bad habit am I guilty of doing almost daily
Please let me know if you found this episode helpful or share your own version of batching with me krista@theradicalrmt.com
Thanks so much for listening, and I hope you have an awesome day!
Content Warning: This episode includes topics of weight, eating disorders, and diet culture.
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“All bodies have pain- big and small. All sizes can experience pain and a lot of the time it doesn’t have to do with your weight” - Jamie Boer, RMT
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Jamie Boer, RMT recently opened a welcoming massage space for everyBODY! She is the owner of Eastwood Wellness Co in Toronto, Canada, and she encourages a massage clinic that provides a safe place to receive a massage with no judgments, no body shaming, and no unsolicited advice.
As a woman with a bigger body she has had her own experiences of feeling judged by health care practitioners and in her ten years as an RMT she never quite felt like she "fit in" wherever she was working.
When she was given the opportunity to open her own clinic, she knew that nothing felt more right.
Listen to Jamie's story about radical self-acceptance, why chairs without armrests in your waiting room are important, and why we as RMTs need to remember what is in our scope of practice- and what is not when it comes to our opinion of a "healthy body".
Please enjoy and share this episode!
“I find humour a really quick way to connect and a quick way to find out about my client” - Karen Munro-Caple
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If you have been an RMT for even a short amount of time it is likely you have noticed a very relatable cartoon called "Adventures from Karen's Clinic."
This episode introduces you to the woman behind the cartoon and how it came to be a monthly feature of the RMTAO "Friday File"
Karen was in animation for over 20 years working in Canada and Internationally creating some of the most beloved cartoons you may have grown up with such as The Racoons, Scooby-Doo, and Inspector Gadget.
Learn how and why she became a Registered Massage Therapist and why she loves being her own boss!
Karen is an advocate for creativity, joy, and finding the humour even with serious topics like pain or a pandemic.
I hope you enjoy listening to this episode! I enjoyed creating it!
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http://www.adventuresfromkarensclinic.com/
*"If we can impact positively on one person's life then we've won in our minds!"
-Heather Rivers and Nicole Andrews. The Massage Therapy Podcast*
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I was very excited to connect virtually with Heather and Nicole about their very own podcast "The Massage Therapy Podcast" where they discuss the latest in Massage Therapy, health care, and more.
These two are colleagues with over 13 years of experience and now podcast partners who are both passionate about the massage profession and they love to teach and educate to both massage therapists and to show clients a behind the scenes view about what life is like as an RMT. The podcast also gives them an opportunity to share their opinions over a cup of tea! I'm in!
Please enjoy this episode!
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I also had the pleasure to be on The Massage Therapy Podcast! You can check out that episode HERE
"People are always really excited for you to try and better yourself and to try and learn more...at the end of the day it’s going to help your clients and you’re going to be more fulfilled and happier from it." - Zephyr Samchuck
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Zephyr became an RMT in 2014 and has attracted a steady clientele in only a few years. She is a mom who feels that the massage career has been the biggest blessing to allow for the flexibility of her schedule.
As she progresses in her career she was thinking about the importance of her own self-care and how she could maintain her practice for another twenty years.
She is now two years into a four-year program studying towards her M.OMSc (Manipulative Osteopathic Sciences) at the Canadian Academy of Osteopathy in Hamilton, ON. Zephyr lives in Ottawa and commutes to Hamilton for a week once a month to complete her training while committing the other 3 weeks to her massage practice.
While Zephyr was in massage therapy college she worked part-time as the receptionist for Align Massage Therapy. The experience gave her first-hand observation as a massage therapy student and a sense of what the career would eventually look like, especially the relationship between client and therapist. She was able to ask questions directly to RMTs in the field and bonus, she became part of the team upon completing her registration!
I hope you enjoy this episode with Zephyr :)
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“It seems to be the story of my life; right place at the right time” - Shawn Markwick, RMT
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Shawn Markwick is in his 25th year as a Registered Massage Therapist and this year it will be his 14th season with the NHL as the Ottawa Senators' massage therapist.
He taught massage therapy for 7 years and was one of my massage therapy instructors. He loves to teach and share his knowledge, encouraging collaboration between all healthcare professions. He is an excellent mentor in the profession.
He worked with Team Canada for the World Championships 2014 in Belarus and also works with Cirque Du Soleil when they are in town (and when his schedule permits).
He is a passionate RMT dedicated to helping each and every one of his clients to feel better, which can often lead to a 10 hour massage day. His schedule is full during hockey season which can have him working 80 hour weeks between touring and seeing massage clients at two separate clinics. When he is not traveling or working, he is helping out at home with his wife Angela and his 3 children Lindsay, Emma, and Ben.
"Right place at the right time" may be how Shawn feels he has come into some incredible career opportunities but, in this episode, you will also learn that he is one of the hardest working RMTs who has truly earned them. I hope you enjoy!
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"I named my company in a way that reminded me to slow down and kept me researching ways to slow down so that I could share it with other people." - Megan Hoskins
Megan Hoskins, owner of Slow Medicine company is a Registered Massage Therapist since 2004 and a yoga instructor with over 26 years of experience.
Her business is located in Toronto and it brings wellness programs into the workplace to encourage movement. She also created online programming so it would be more accessible and affordable.
During this time of Covid-19 she stays connected to her community by offering massage training for couples on Instagram Live and a hydration challenge on her website. She encourages other massage therapists to consider what other skills you can offer or to learn a new skill during this time that ties in but, could pivot your business.
She is a wife and a mother of 2 young boys.
It was a pleasure speaking with Megan, and I hope you enjoy this episode!
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"You will always find a subtle sparkle if you keep your eyes open" - Kat Pugliese
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Kat Pugliese brings an uplifting tone to this episode as we discuss "balance" between her massage therapy career and creating as a musician, singer, and songwriter.
Her new EP "Found" is available on all music platforms!
She is a certified yoga instructor which gives her valuable tools to teach her massage clients home care.
Kat encourages self-care as self-love and shares her own go to's and recommendations for massage therapists during this time.
Ashiatsu therapy is one of her main techniques and she loves it as something unique to offer her clients.
Listen to the episode to learn more about Kat! Enjoy!
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"This is an opportunity for us collectively to reassure our clients and the general public that we are doing everything we can to take their health and safety into account" - Ian Kamm, RMT
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Ian has over 23 years of experience in and around massage therapy and his passion for the profession is not letting up.
He has an excellent reputation among RMTs for his courses held in favourable warm destinations (Vegas, Turks and Caicos, Mexico, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and more). He also teaches at Sutherland Chan helping to bring the next wave of RMTs into the world with some business sense.
He has an innate ability to explain the complicated or confusing and he thrives on it. He says that teaching has helped him to develop this skill and he is often sought out for his explanations not only by his students but, the general RMT population as well.
Ian works in his own clinic and has a loyal clientele who will gladly drive across the city of Toronto for his signature techniques.
Ian not only finds opportunities to travel for his courses but, he loves running and triathlons so when he can, he loves to do both in one destination!
I was very excited to chat with Ian and I hope you enjoy this episode!
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"I wanted to feel that satisfaction that I got from massage in a way that you don't get when you're doing an office job" - Annie Milović
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Annie Milović considers herself Canadian even after 21 years of living in Edinburgh, Scotland. She works part-time as a massage therapist out of her home and works flexible hours as a civil servant for Scotland. She used to be a political adviser on Parliament Hill in Ottawa and it never occurred to her that she could be a massage therapist.
Annie loves learning and seeks out opportunities to learn which is how she discovered the benefits of giving a massage though she had always been getting them before.
She describes the way her work life is balanced between the little control she has at her office job and the complete control she has over her massage practice. We talk about the job satisfaction one gets from massage in a way that you don't get at an office job. How does her day differ in Scotland compared to Canada and how does the massage profession match up to Canadian trained RMTs?
She has even inspired a few of her co-workers to give their own interests a go and see that maybe it's not that scary after all.
I hope you enjoy this chat with Annie Milović!
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“Having individual modalities available, you can actually individualize the course of treatment.” - Marty Royal
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Marty Royal is a sports massage therapist practicing for 15 years in England and works with football clubs combining his hands-on time with complementary modalities such as compression therapy and cryotherapies. These modalities improve recovery time with athletes and help Marty be more efficient with his soft tissue and deep tissue therapy. He is a full-time firefighter and wants to transfer to more therapy time once he retires.
I hope you enjoy this episode with Marty Royal.
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Technology is here for better or worse. Evidence-based practitioners will take an interest in measurement and technology.
"If you want to feel really good about yourself, then open your own business"- Emily Burns, RMT
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Emily started her career path in massage therapy after deciding that her undergrad and future in psychology would mostly be research-based when what she really wanted to do was work with people. She has recently transitioned from an independent contractor to working for herself in her own space and she loves that “[she] gets to do what [she] wants and nobody cares.”
From her undergrad days she was interested in brain injuries, and head and neck trauma which is what she enjoys treating most in her practice. After she experienced her own concussion in 2016 and works on her own recovery, she has more tools and confidence to help her own clients who also have concussions.
She is a wine nerd and is pursuing courses which may lead to a second career as a sommelier. Emily is teaching in the massage therapy program and wants her students to be good massage therapists, not just have a goal to pass the exams.
We talk about negotiating as a woman, touch on applying minimalism when making a career decision and also how women gravitate towards caring professions and it seems expected that we should give more without compensation. I hope you tune in to this episode and enjoy learning more!
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"I think the best massage therapists are problem solvers" - Emily Burns, RMT
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Emily started her career path in massage therapy after deciding that her undergrad and future in psychology would mostly be research based when what she really wanted to do was work with people. She has recently transitioned from independent contractor to working for herself in her own space and she loves that “[she] gets to do what [she] wants and nobody cares.”
From her undergrad days she was interested in brain injuries, and head and neck trauma which is what she enjoys treating most in her practice. After she experienced her own concussion in 2016 and works on her own recovery, she has more tools and confidence to help her own clients who also have concussions.
She is a wine nerd and is pursuing courses which may lead to a second career as a sommelier. Emily is teaching in the massage therapy program and wants her students to be good massage therapists, not just have a goal to pass the exams.
We talk about negotiating as a woman, touch on applying minimalism when making a career decision and also how women gravitate towards caring professions and it seems expected that we should give more without compensation. I hope you tune in to this episode and enjoy learning more!
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"I'm more let's get in the trenches and get our hands dirty and do the best job we can to get people's lives turned around!" - Scott Grisewood, RMT
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Scott Grisewood has been a Registered Massage Therapist since 1994. He was one of the first practitioners to introduce Shockwave Therapy in Canada and developed his own treatment approach using this new technology on his massage clients. Now, he travels around the world treating hundreds of professional and amateur athletes with his "portable human performance lab." This includes a few key pieces of equipment that give him precise assessment results that help in his treatments and it provides key information to the athlete, coach, and trainer.
Scott owns Shockwave Therapy Centre in Barrie, Ontario, Canada and enjoys living close to his family which now includes some grandchildren. The technology that Scott uses is fascinating and I hope you enjoy hearing about it maybe for your own practice, or because you can help direct a patient/client to someone using this same technology to help them breakthrough an injury or to reach the next level in training. It is also a nice reminder of how fortunate we are as massage therapists to apply our knowledge and skills in ways that are outside the box.
Also, check out Part II of this episode where Scott covers more about the technologies and why we should embrace them as evidence based practitioners!
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"If a goal doesn't scare and excite you at the same time, then it's probably not worth doing and it's not an audacious goal" - Richard J Platt
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Richard J Platt is a retired massage therapist and clinical hypnotherapist. He is a published author and business success coach who currently lives in Vancouver BC.
Welcome to 2020 friends! It is time to embark on your personal growth and development journey! Not sure how to get started? I am excited to introduce Richard who is passionate about helping massage therapists create audacious career goals and create a clearly defined plan to get there. In this episode, you will learn how it is easier than you may think to create the massage practice and lifestyle of your dreams. Check out this episode with Richard and please see his resources below to go even further!
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Nathan's Workday routine.
Why His library card was a worthwhile investment.
His advice to engage in learning beyond RMT related material and more...
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“I have this motto, that I don’t want to get to my grave and feel like I didn’t accomplish my dreams” - Livia Pellerin, RMT
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Livia is an RMT who works with the Rolf method and specifically helps CrossFit athletes improve their results with a combination of hands-on techniques and hands-on time teaching mobility Remex. She has a background as a professional dancer for 15 years, started massage therapy on the Quebec side, and then became an RMT in Ontario. In addition to her practice here in Ottawa, she offers online coaching. Please enjoy this conversation with Livia.
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“One of the best things about our scope (massage) is the optimization”- Nathan Walton, RMT
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Nathan has been an RMT since 2007. He is a husband and a father and he keeps busy while having fun with his massage practice, kettlebell training, fitness coaching, and teaching. Nathan has completed over 60 obstacle course races since 2011. In the year 2017, he ran 22 races! In August of 2019 he participated in his 9th Tough Mudder and also volunteers at these events. He has also participated in the Obstacle Course Race Championships 2017/2018 in his age category (40-44). He has great advice on the importance of balancing work with play and can apply the broader principles of skill across subjects whether it be as an RMT, a student, or in training. I really enjoyed my conversation with Nathan and I hope you do too!
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I worked really hard those first few years and it's all paid off now. - Chelsea St. Denis, RMT
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Chelsea has been an RMT since 2013 and she works from her home in Winchester Ontario. She is married with 2 children, Mcluvin the dog, and some hens. Her family has gone from city to country living and so has her practice. In this conversation we talk about patient loyalty, homesteading, juggling work and motherhood, as well as her preferred technique in indie head massage, and her work on the abdominals and TMJ. Please enjoy this episode with Chelsea St. Denis!
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"You just gotta listen to your heart, to what you feel you want to do to make you happy, and that's been the best thing I've learned in this adventure" - Andree-Anne Rusaw
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Andree-Anne Rusaw has been a Registered Massage Therapist since 2010 and struggled initially with the idea of being self-employed with unstable income and wondered how it would give her the life she envisioned. With guidance from her family she pursued her passion to work with animals and started a second career as a Registered vet tech. She is now a teacher with College Boreal and travels to volunteer her skills with animals in need. Andree-Anne also loves to travel for fun and has been to all 7 continents and she has visited a total of 25 countries before she has even turned 30. She has come full circle to realize that she has the dream job as a massage therapist with above average income potential, flexibility to take time off, and the freedom to alter her schedule. She is more open to live in the moment and see how life unfolds instead of setting specific timelines for her life goals. Please enjoy this episode with Andree Anne Rusaw!
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"I think the idea of building something that outlasts me is pretty cool" - Kathleen De Jesus-Gauthier
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Kathleen has been a Registered Massage Therapist since 2016 but, before she did her certification as an RMT, she started as an Athletic Therapist in 2004! Realizing that more insurance coverage was available for massage therapy she completed her massage therapy diploma in 2 years at Algonquin college while also working as an Athletic Therapist on and off the field, raising a family, AND playing varsity rugby. She has just opened her own clinic called Return to Play Therapy which is really about getting everyone back to whatever “play” means to them. She is committed to lifelong learning and wants to provide the most diverse experience for her clients. She knows from experience that if everyone works hard, they can achieve what they want in life! On her downtime she enjoys reading and spending time with her family and she is also working her hands creatively by trying woodcarving. She ultimately wants to create something of great quality that will outlast her- I feel that she will achieve this in many ways in her life and I hope she inspires you to do the same. Please enjoy this episode with Kathleen De Jesus-Gauthier!
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“In life, I generally try to live the best version of myself”- Helene Letourneau, RMT
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Helene Letourneau was a huge inspiration for this podcast and I am so excited for you to hear her story. Helene has been a registered massage therapist since 2013 and she is an example of making your dreams come true as she pursued the life of a professional figure skater with Disney on Ice. She skated with Disney on Ice for 3 years and traveled to 25 countries, meeting new and exciting people along the way. She shares how she made this dream a reality and how it eventually brought her to live in London, England working as an RMT. We discuss burnout, what to do, and what to watch out for. Helene shares the importance of doing what makes you happy each day as it will lead to your purpose and the importance of self-care. Helene is now back in her home of Ottawa, Ontario and is focusing on her next steps to manifest her dreams professionally and personally. Please enjoy this episode with Helene Letourneau.
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“I always say I became a massage therapist and a chiropractor because I’m a little bit hyperactive, but, I move a lot, I’m excitable, and this profession caters to that!”- Dr. Melanie Stewart
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Dr. Melanie Stewart @Ottawachiropracticstudio is a long time friend and has been a Chiropractor since 2009. She also became a Registered Massage Therapist in 2009. She simultaneously held both registrations until retiring from massage therapy in her tenth year of practice. She is now a full-time Chiropractor and discusses her decision to finally retire from massage and focus on her Chiropractic patients while knowing she could continue to collaborate with massage therapists and health care practitioners. In this episode we talk about...
- Transitioning from a multidisciplinary group practice to working solo
- The benefits of taking your work with you wherever you go
- The importance of working hard to be successful and
- Keeping up to date with your skills to help your clients get over plateaus.
Please enjoy this episode with Dr. Melanie Stewart!
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"I think I’m just seen as a driven RMT who’s still pushing forward" - Kelly Salvador, RMT
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Kelly Salvador @kellysalvadorrmt has been a registered massage therapist since 2010 and she runs her own practice combining Massage, Functional Range Conditioning, and Graston Technique among a million other things. She is a passionate, hard-worker who avoids the BS of the profession and gives the best of her self by constantly expanding her training to help her clients get more out of their treatment on and off the table. In our conversation we talk about the blended worlds of being an entrepreneur and enjoying downtime. She shares her advice on building a brand and a niche that recognizes her expertise and adds value in the community through honesty and open communication. She believes in diversifying her skills to prolong her career and keeps her hungry in the profession. Please enjoy this episode with Kelly Salvador!
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“I knew I would always be self-employed, even my kindergarten report card said “Problems with figures of authority.” " - Arlene Keith, RMT
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Arlene Keith (formerly Doyle) has been a registered massage therapist since 1981 and graduated from the College of Massage and Hydrotherapy in Sutton. Massage Therapy has been her full time career for 38 years now and she loves to be self-employed as she has never done well working for someone else. Arlene is the mother of three and has been described as Adventurer, Soul searcher, hiker, Balderson blueberry farm entrepreneur- which we get into about her transition from massage therapist to blueberry farmer and she is also a Blogger. Her blog is theflipsideoffity.com where she blogs about her adventure’s in life and around the world often taking months at a time to travel and hike- usually solo in a new destination. She recently completed paddling through the everglades using only a compass and a map and her next adventure brings her to New Zealand hiking the Te Aroaroa (te-are-a-roa) also known as “the long trail”. Arlene was highly recommended to me by Huguette Long who is the second episode of this podcast and Arlene was also recommended to me by her niece who was in the pop-up podcast studio when I recorded the very first episode and said “you have to meet my aunt Arlene, she is definitely a radical RMT!” Please bear with me in this episode as I was overwhelmed with how to fully capture how Radical Arlene is and feel I got off to a slow start but, we do pick up the pace and she shares some wonderful insights about how she plans to transition out of massage therapy, the advantages of solo travel, and not worrying about the money you will lose by taking time off. I hope you enjoy this episode with Arlene Keith!
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"Stop believing A) We don’t make money B) We burn out after 5 years. It’s all a lie!" - Jana Veltheim, RMT
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Jana Veltheim has been a registered massage therapist since 1998 and she is the owner of Align Massage Therapy; a successful massage clinic with 6 locations in Ottawa, Ontario. She is a wife and a mother and continues to treat because she loves the people she works with. She has a goal to create an e-book around the very same topics we are talking about today which is the topic of money and massage therapy. Her perspective (and I agree) is that massage therapists don’t realize how good they have it. I feel that Jana shares a lot of great information in our conversation and she has actionable steps you can take as well. Jana shares that as massage therapists our income vs workload is well above average, and with a little discipline and planning, we can have pensions and paid vacations among other perks! Please enjoy this episode with Jana Veltheim.
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"You know right away coming into this career that you are responsible for your own success" - Karen Buchanan-Sauve
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Karen Buchanan-Sauve (@ksauve05) has been a registered massage therapist since 2013. She came across massage therapy almost by accident as she explored professions in health and saw herself working in the sports field. Karen keeps busy with three daughters playing competitive hockey which involves traveling and participating as a team volunteer in the role of trainer. In this episode we talk about Karen working in the corporate 9-5 and learning the self-employed aspects of massage therapy. We talk about what it’s like to work full-time as a massage therapist with a busy family. Karen loves to stay active herself and finds it necessary to give her best self to her clients. Karen currently works with Align Massage Therapy and she shares a few ways she promotes her business. Please enjoy my chat with Karen!
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"I like to stay busy" - Dom Labre, RMT
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Dom Labre (@dominiquelabrermt) has been a Registered Massage Therapist since 2013, he loves to work with professional athletes and has worked at elite events such as the Canadian Summer games in Winnipeg in 2017. He is a bilingual therapist and has interests in Whiskey and Vinyl records. Dom currently works with Align Massage Therapy and also has a Home Clinic (Dom and Leslie Registered Massage Therapy). Dom is an avid cyclist and considers it to be necessary as part of his ability to relax and focus. Please enjoy my chat with Dom!
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"Give me something I can say "yes" to!" - Avi Davies, RMT
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Avi Davies has been an RMT since 2008 and currently works with Align Massage Therapy in Ottawa, Canada. He has a strong foundation in Thai Massage and integrates this technique into his treatments. Before he became a Registered Massage Therapist, he was only providing Thai Massage and he found it challenging to maintain a steady business. In over 10 years in the profession he has worked in various environments from a spa, to medical, holistic and clinical. These experiences helped him to understand the type of environment he can provide his most effective treatments with clients and leave everything else such as marketing and laundry at the door. Since he doesn’t have to spend time or stress on these extras, he enjoys a shorter work day as a massage therapist which means he can enjoy more time with his wife and son and also prepare for the future.
Enjoy this conversation with Avi Davies!
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"The biggest motivator for me was that I wanted to be independent and have some financial security"- Huguette Long, RMT
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Huguette Long currently practices massage therapy in Ottawa, Canada and she has been a massage therapist for over 30 years. She speaks about how she discovered massage therapy as a career and how it can be a lucrative opportunity with plenty of freedom and flexibility. She has worked with world-renowned resorts and loves to travel often for months at a time. In her years of wisdom she has plenty of energy to share and radiates passion for the profession. She is always trying to create experiences that are beneficial for the client and easy on the practitioner. She is the developer of “Thermal Palms” the soft approach to hot stones which was sold to Bodywork Biz. She gives praise to her mentors of massage and also shares her one regret in her early years as a massage therapist. You can find her at Align Massage Therapy. I hope you enjoy this episode featuring Huguette Long.
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“I don’t think I would be great with a desk job” - Karina Joly
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Karina Joly (@KJphototravel) has been a registered massage therapist since 2004. She is an avid traveler who has visited 38 countries and counting. She always travels with her camera and she has collected more than 200,000 memories on film. She is a three-time Ironman Athlete and uses her athletic experience to help her clients repair and prevent injury. She has often thought about leaving the massage profession but presently it gives her the flexibility to travel, train, and pursue photography.
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Listen to the trailer for The Radical RMT. Chats with RMTs living incredible lives on purpose, going on adventures and pursuing passions outside of their massage practice. Our profession is hands down the best for flexibility, freedom, and potential! Don't miss your opportunity to be Radical! Have a listen and be inspired by these Radical RMTs! Join us for the launch of Season One on Thursday, April 4, 2019!