The Radical Massage Therapist Podcast

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

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. - krista@theradicalrmt.com IG @theradicalmassagetherapist www.theradicalrmt.com

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! - krista@theradicalrmt.com @theradicalmassagetherapist www.theradicalmassagetherapist.com

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! - 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 More From The Radical Massage Therapist Podcast www.theradicalrmt.com Krista@theradicalrmt.com IG @theradicalmassagetherapist

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!  - About Emilie McKay, RMT As a clinic director with relax. Massage Group and business coach with The RMTpreneur, Emilie works with RMTs andclinics to build sustainable practices. Emilie is passionate about modernizing the massage therapyindustry and supporting her peers in their career growth. Emilie lives in Perth, Ontario on a 40-acrehobby 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.  - Learn More... www.theradicalrmt.com IG @theradicalmassagetherapist  krista@theradicalrmt.com 

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. - www.theradicalrmt.com @theradicalmassagetherapist krista@theradicalrmt.com

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. - www.theradicalrmt.com krista@theradicalrmt.com @theradicalmassagetherapist

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! - www.theradicalrmt.com krista@theradicalrmt.com @theradicalmassagetherapist