
The ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork Profession
Ep 460 - A Spending Freeze to Reset Finances: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa Haines
Sep 13, 2024
Allissa Haines, a practicing massage therapist and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine, dives into the concept of a spending freeze to help reset financial habits for small business owners. She discusses how this strategy encourages a focus on essential expenses and sheds light on common pitfalls, like excess massage linens, which can harm quality over time. Allissa provides practical tips for implementing a spending freeze and highlights the benefits of reevaluating financial disciplines in the massage industry.
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- Implementing a spending freeze in a massage business can help identify unnecessary expenses and promote intentional financial habits.
- Yo Massage combines therapeutic techniques with guided meditation, enriching the massage experience while emphasizing the mind-body connection.
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Innovative Approach to Massage Therapy
Yo Massage introduces an integrated approach to massage by combining massage therapy with restorative stretching and guided meditation in small group settings. Their 25-hour online certification program, guided by a master trainer, provides massage therapists with the skills to become certified Yo Massage practitioners. This program not only enhances the physical aspects of practice but also focuses on the mind-body connection and trauma-informed techniques, enriching the overall therapeutic experience. By expanding traditional massage methodologies, practitioners can offer more comprehensive and beneficial services to their clients.
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