The Radical Massage Therapist Podcast

It's happened! You wake up feeling sick and you have a full day ahead of you! There is no way you can work today and you need to cancel your clients. Now what? This episode shares 4 simple steps to help you cancel your clients- especially last minute without feeling overwhelmed and will give you the confidence to hold your boundaries and take the time off you need to recover. Download a FREE PDF Step-By-Step Guide Jane Discount Code: RADICALRMT - IG: @theradicalmassagetherapist Website: www.theradicalmassagetherapist.com Email: Krista@theradicalrmt.com

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. - Podcast Contact ⁠www.theradicalrmt.com⁠ ⁠@theradicalmassagetherapist⁠ Email: krista@theradicalrmt.com

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... Part 2/2 - Contact ⁠⁠www.theradicalrmt.com⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@theradicalmassagetherapist⁠⁠ Email: krista@theradicalrmt.com

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. - IG: ⁠@theradicalmassagetherapist⁠ Website: ⁠www.theradicalmassagetherapist.com⁠ 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... Part 1/2 - Contact ⁠www.theradicalrmt.com⁠ ⁠@theradicalmassagetherapist⁠ Email: krista@theradicalrmt.com - 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. Take Action  Connect with Trevor IG: @trevorchisman  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 - IG: @theradicalmassagetherapist Website: www.theradicalmassagetherapist.com Email: Krista@theradicalrmt.com

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. - 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 ⁠Website⁠: ⁠http://www.theradicalrmt.com/⁠⁠Instagram @theradicalmassagetherapist⁠Email: ⁠krista@theradicalrmt.com⁠

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/ Follow and Learn More about Linzy: Website Instagram Money Skills For Therapists Podcast Resources Follow and Learn More about The Radical Massage Therapist: Website Instagram For Guest Suggestions, Topics to Explore, Feedback, Email: krista@theradicalrmt.com

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 @theradicalmassagetherapistEmail: 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! - Learn more about Nancy, Nutrition, Gut Health, and her free 15 minute consultation https://www.yourjourneytowardswellness.com/ nancy@yourjourneytowellness.com  Instagram: @nancypitre.healthcoah  The Radical Massage Therapist www.theradicalmassagetherapist.com  @theradicalmassagetherapist  krista@theradicalrmt.com