This month I’ve decided to cover one of the biggest holidays of the year that happens within the next month: Mothers Day.

Greetings,
Like many newer therapists, when I started my massage practice in 1993 I did it with practically no money: $100 to be exact.
Unlike many current massage school graduates, I had zero training on the business side of running a massage business (I was privately mentored instead of attending massage school but that’s another story for [...]

December 22, 2009
Seasons Greetings!
I’ve decided to write a full newsletter this month for two reasons. First, I’ve been able to carve out a bit more time than usual than I had initially expected. Second, I also wanted to make a public acknowledgement of the passing of one of my mentors — a man who is [...]

Many therapists ask me how to deal with local competition. The truth is, if you aren’t marketing yourself effectively, it can seem like there is always too much competition around you.

Dear Fellow Massage Therapist,
How are you doing?
Today, I’d like to talk to you about the concept of Commitment.
When I say Commitment, I’m not talking about romantic relationships. Granted, the word commitment is often used in that part of our lives. No, this is a massage business building site, so I’m talking about being more commitment [...]

This month I’ve decided to share a special treat. Here’s a free excerpt from my massage marketing manual Help Your MASSAGE Practice which shares a lot of practical advice on using Public Speaking to promote your massage business…

Greetings…  Michael Humphreys here.
I happened to look at the calendar today and realized that 2009 is almost halfway over.
I quickly reviewed the goals I set for this year.  A few of them I had already achieved.  I’m on pace to meet some additional ones before years-end.  There’s also a few goals that I’m miles away [...]

Greetings,
Welcome to “From The Massage Table”! My name is Michael Humphreys, cofounder of Help Your Practice.
Each month, From The Massage Table will hit your email inbox with the latest news, special offers and great massage business tips that can help you create the massage practice of your dreams.
Want to make sure you don’t miss an [...]

“From The Massage Table: Marketing and Motivation That Works”
November 30, 2008
Volume V, Issue 5
Welcome to “From The Massage Table”! My name is Michael Humphreys, cofounder of Help Your Practice.
Each month, From The Massage Table will hit your email inbox with the latest news, special offers and great massage business tips that can help you create [...]

“From The Massage Table: Marketing and Motivation That Works”
September 30, 2008
Volume V, Issue 3
Welcome to “From The Massage Table”! My name is Michael Humphreys, cofounder of Help Your Practice.
Each month, From The Massage Table will hit your email inbox with the latest news, special offers and great massage business tips that can help you create [...]