http://helpyourpractice.com Wed, 23 Dec 2009 05:14:10 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en 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 ... http://helpyourpractice.com/december-2009-massage-marketing-newsletter/ Greetings, Here's a question I get from massage therapists frequently. 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. I just checked with the online Yellow Pages to see how ... http://helpyourpractice.com/how-to-out-market-your-massage-competitors/ Recently I decided to get a massage at a local massage office near my home.  I had never been there but I chose them based on their Yellow Page ad.  Once I arrived, I filled out their intake form and listed ‘massage therapist’ as my occupation. During the course of the ... http://helpyourpractice.com/change-your-mind-change-your-mindset/ 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 ... http://helpyourpractice.com/how-to-make-a-commitment-with-more-consistency/ 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. Enjoy, Michael Chapter 24 Public Speaking Why public speaking?  Here are three major reasons: 1) It gets your ... http://helpyourpractice.com/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 ... http://helpyourpractice.com/isnt-time-you-gave-your-massage-business-a-check-up/ 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 ... http://helpyourpractice.com/turning-fathers-day-into-a-massage-marketing-success/ “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 ... http://helpyourpractice.com/nov-2008-massage-marketing-newsletter/ “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 ... http://helpyourpractice.com/sep-2008-massage-marketing-newsletter/ “From The Massage Table: Marketing and Motivation That Works” August 31, 2008 Volume V, Issue 2 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 ... http://helpyourpractice.com/aug-2008-massage-marketing-newsletter/