Starting a Massage Therapy Business

Welcome to Step 4 where we take you through the process of going out on your own and launching a successful independent massage business!

There are many reasons for starting a massage therapy business. You may be an experienced massage therapist who is tired of making money for other people. Your reputation may be growing and your client list is keeping you in demand. Maybe you are new to massage and don't like the idea of working for somebody else.

All of these are good reasons for starting a massage therapy business. It's a big step and it can seem very frightening to give up a steady pay check for the uncertainty of running your own business. There is lots to learn. Everything from taxes to accounting. But rather than getting overwhelmed, this step tries to break down all you need to know into one simple guide.

How Do I know if I am Ready?

The most powerful indicator that you are ready to start your own massage therapy business is... Your Client's Will Ask You To.

After working as a therapist for a while you will build up a steady group of repeat clients. These are the ones that you want to get to know and make sure they are always happy. Because they are going to be the clients that follow you to your new private practice.

So If your appointment book fills up quickly with clients that ask for you by name, you will know it is time.

You might also reach the point in your life where you just can't work another day at your job. You need to work for yourself even if it means earning less money. If this sounds like you, you are a prime candidate for starting a massage therapy business.

How do you Know you are Ready to Start your Massage Business?

Have you started your own massage therapy business? Tell us how you knew you were ready and How you did it.

Are you considering starting your own massage practice? Share your plan with the massage community and get feedback.

See what other massage therapists are saying about starting their own massage therapy business. Read, rate and share tips!

Equipment and Inventory
How much Inventory and Equipment is needed for a start up?

Steppin Out On Faith
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Flood: Disaster or Great Luck
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Getting the Necessary Skills
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Are you ever ready?
I spent a lot of time trying to decide whether or not to start as a business, and the truth is that you never really know you are ready until you try!

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Did not want to work for anyone Not rated yet
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You Know You're Ready When..... Not rated yet
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You're Ready When Enough Good Customers Demand It Not rated yet
You're ready to start your own massage business when enough good customers demand it. Which customers? How many?

Which customers? Those loyal customers ...

Ready? Set? Go! Not rated yet
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Experience and Commitment Not rated yet
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First, do you have the experience to be comfortable ...