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The ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionHow to Choose Volunteer Jobs (or Not): “Business or Pressure” with Allissa Haines Small business owners are often asked to donate money, time, and skills to various events and causes. Business or Pressure host Allisa Haines walks through the factors to consider before you commit to giving your work away. Resources: Chris Widlund Owner, CranioSacral practitioner at Stillpoint in VT https://www.stillpointvt.com/ Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner. You can find her building websites and coaching massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com. Author links: Website: www.deepbreathdigital.com 2025-06-2024 min
What It's Like To Be...A Massage TherapistChoreographing massages to Mozart, enforcing cancellation policies with beloved clients, and shutting down callers seeking "undraped sessions" with Allissa Haines, a massage therapist. What made her cry in her car after one particular house call? And what is "effleurage”?In this episode, Dan recommended The Work of Art by Adam Moss, a book about how artists make their work. Check it out here.IF YOU LIKE THIS EPISODE: Check out what it's like to be a couples therapist, a hair stylist, or a piano teacher.GOT A COMMENT OR SUGGESTION? Email us at jo...2025-06-1734 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionBalancing Feelings and Objectivity in Business Decisions: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa Haines Decisions are often made with emotion. In this episode of Business or Pressure, Allissa Haines presents some questions to ask yourself to help make better decisions in your business. Resources: Nanci Newton: Owner of The Healing ZONE Therapeutic Massage in western Massachusetts. www.thehealingzonemassage.com Pan-Mass Challenge https://www.pmc.org/volunteer/massage Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner. You can find her building websites and coaching massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com. Author links: Web...2025-06-0617 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionThe Freedom of Structure in Finances: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa Haines Having your business finances together can have a positive impact on every part of your life. Allissa considers the balance of structure and freedom in money management. Resources: Megan Belanger, Owner of One River Massage Therapy in Massachusetts https://onerivermassage.com/ Under Your Skin cartoons https://onerivermassage.com/category/under-your-skin/ A Liberated Mind, Steven C. Hayes, PhD https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/549319/a-liberated-mind-by-steven-c-hayes-phd/ Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner. You can find her building webs...2025-05-2320 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionHow to Pay Off Debt: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa Haines Debt is a drag, and eliminating debt can be a long process. Allissa walks us through the steps and shares some tips to pay off business and personal debt. Resources: Ruth Werner author of A Massage Therapist’s Guide to Pathology in its 7th edition. Visit www.ruthwerner.com to grab a spot at the next "Stump the Pathology Teacher" online event, monthly on third Thursdays at 5 pm Pacific, 8 pm Eastern. Ep 489 – Managing an Irregular Income https://www.abmp.com/podcasts/ep-489-managing-irregular-income-business-or-pressure-allissa-haines Host: Allissa Haines...2025-05-0920 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionStaying Afloat in a Sinking World: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa Haines With political and economic uncertainty all around us, how can business owners prepare for the inevitable ups and downs? In this episode, Allissa shares practical strategies, and mindset shifts to help you stay grounded, adaptable, and ready. Resources: Chelle Doetsch Owner, New Yew in Michigan: www.newyewhealing.com How to Better Serve Your Neurodivergent Clients: https://www.abmp.com/massage-and-bodywork-magazine/how-better-serve-your-neurodivergent-clients Ep 495 – How Much Do I Need in an Emergency Fund https://www.abmp.com/podcasts/ep-495-how-much-do-i-need-emergency-fund-business-or-pressure-allissa-haines Ep 460 - A Spending Freeze to Res...2025-04-2515 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionPreparing for a New Expense: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa Haines Before making a big purchase or financial change, try living like you’ve already made it—for at least three months. This simple practice helps you adjust to new expenses, identify what’s truly essential, and build savings in the process. It's a powerful way to test decisions with real-world impact—before you're locked in. Resources: Annette Montgomery, practicing LMT in Indiana and founder of Bolstered, a virtual support community for Massage Therapists Find more about Annette at www.annettemontgomery.org and on Instagram at @the_annettemontgomery Host: Allissa...2025-04-1118 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionHow Much Do I Need in an Emergency Fund: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa Haines What if you suddenly couldn’t work? Business or Pressure host Allissa Haines breaks down how much money you should have set aside in an emergency fund and the key factors that influence that number. From fixed expenses to income replacement strategies, she walks you through the options to help you stay financially secure in uncertain times. Resources: Barry Hatfield, Main Street Massage https://hudsonmassagetherapy.com/blog/ Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her build...2025-03-2818 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionOrganizing Your Personal Money: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa Haines What happens in your personal budget inevitably impacts your business budget (and vice versa). Business or Pressure host Allissa Haines walks through the basics of creating a personal budget, which ultimately could help your business budget. Resources: Erin Copelan, Owner of Erin Copelan Massage: https://erincopelan.com/resources/ Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com Author links: Website: www.deepbreathdigital.com2025-03-1424 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionManaging an Irregular Income: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa HainesManaging an irregular income and planning for less predictable expenses is a big challenge for many business owners. Allissa works through the process to prepare for the leaner times, without sacrificing your own paycheck. Resources: Sarah Cheney, LMT Bloomington Athletic Massage: http://www.bloomingtonathleticmassage.com Allissa’s money coaching: https://www.deepbreathdigital.com/money Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. ...2025-02-2816 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionOrganizing Business Financial Accounts: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa HainesWhat kinds of account do I need in my small business? We go beyond the usual “checking and savings” to determine what serves you well now and in the future. Resources: Meg Donnelly owner of NoVA Weekend Warriors in Herndon, VA, https://novaweekendwarriors.com Self Employment tax calculator https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/taxes/self-employment-tax (calculates federal tax only) The Basic Facts About Women in Poverty https://www.americanprogress.org/article/basic-facts-women-poverty/ Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business...2025-02-1418 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionExploring Cash Flow in Your Massage Business: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa HainesMoney moves in and out of your business, are you tracking it? Allissa walks through the what and how of cash flow, and how to get a grip on it. Resources: Tara Eidse, Terra Massage & Wellness https://terrawellnessaz.com/ Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Author links: Website: www.deepbreathdigital.com/community 2025-01-3114 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionSetting Financial Goals: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa HainesWalk through the process to set and achieve a reasonable financial goal for 2025 without the corporate jargon. Resources: Guest Marcy Basile, massage therapist and chief muscle mover at Connect Bodyworks. Website designer at Blue Setter Creative www.bluesettercreative.com Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Author links: Website: www.deepbreathdigital.com/community 2025-01-1720 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionOvercoming Inertia in Your Massage Business: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa HainesInertia in business is powerful. Business or Pressure host Allissa Haines talks through how to embrace change to improve your next year in business. Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Author links: Website: www.deepbreathdigital.com/community Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deepbreathcommunity/ Sponsors: Jojoba: www.jojobacompany.com ...2024-12-2011 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionClarity Keeps Friends Friends: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa HainesA clear, ongoing written agreement of expectations is a great way to improve accountability and be a professional in every situation. Business or Pressure host Allissa Haines walks through some ideas and examples to gain clarity in collaborations. Resources: Sakinah Irizarry, Disparity in Healthcare: https://www.2rmtsandamic.com/episodes/episode/df97a7bf/the-disparity-in-healthcare-with-guest-sakinah Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Auth...2024-12-1315 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionOld School Business Skills Still Work: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa HainesHost Allissa Haines shares her plans to increase client numbers with old school methods like signage and referrals to tackling the tedium of SEO and website updates. Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Author links: Website: www.deepbreathdigital.com/community Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deepbreathcommunity/ Sponsors: Jojoba: www.jojobacompany.com2024-11-2211 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionMaking Decisions for 2025: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa Haines The new year is a great time to make changes in your massage business. Host Allissa Haines works through the variables and options for change to make your business better, with less pressure. Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Resources: https://www.massageandbodyworkdigital.com/i/969285-may-june-2018/86 Author links: Website: www.deepbreathdigital.com/community ...2024-11-0810 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionHow to Manage Demand with Massage Memberships: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa Haines It’s wonderful to have loyal clients, but it can be tough balancing your loyal clients with other clients. Business or Pressure host Allissa Haines talks through ways to manage a sustainable schedule while keeping your most loyal clients well-served. Resources: https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/the-wirecutter-show-podcast/ How to better serve your Neurodovergent clients: https://www.massageandbodyworkdigital.com/i/1496639-may-june-2023/56?token=OWE3NjMwM2Q2YzI5NDQxMGQwZjk0OTk0MGRmN2ZkN2NkMTkzZmZiNw%3D%3D Communication with Neurodivergent Clients: https://www.abmp.com/updates/blog-posts/communication-neurodivergent-clients Host...2024-10-2511 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionClear Communication in Your Massage Business: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa HainesPoor communication habits can wreck your reputation. Business or Pressure host Allissa Haines works through a listener’s recent frustrations about scheduling an appointment and lays out the steps for better communication with potential clients. Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Author links: Website: www.deepbreathdigital.com/community Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deepbreathcommunity/ Sponsor...2024-10-1109 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionIt’s Not Personal—The Feelings of Client Behavior: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa HainesIt can be easy to feel insulted by clients who ask for discounts, arrive late, or use the term “masseuse.” Business or Pressure host Allissa Haines walks through the policies and scripts to take the feelings out of these perceived slights. Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Author links: Website: www.deepbreathdigital.com/community Instagram: https://www.insta...2024-09-2711 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionA Spending Freeze to Reset Finances: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa HainesA spending freeze can help reorganize and add intention to business finances. In this episode of Business or Pressure, Allissa talks through the steps to customize a spending freeze for your business. Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Author links: Website: www.deepbreathdigital.com/community Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deepbreathcommunity/ Sponsors: 2024-09-1312 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionSmart Money Moves for Small Business Owners: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa HainesAllissa talks through a few smart money moves for a strong financial foundation. Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community Author links: Website: www.deepbreathdigital.com/community Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deepbreathcommunity/ Sponsors: Yomassage course content includes: The science behind Yomassage The Yomassage philosophy ...2024-08-3016 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionDo I Need a Separate Phone Number for My Business?: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa Haines Is a separate phone number for business necessary? Allissa talks through the factors for making that decision and the options available. Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Author links: Website: www.deepbreathdigital.com/community Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deepbreathcommunity/ Resources: Google Voice https://voice.google.com/about Sideline https://www.s...2024-08-1612 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionClearing up Medical Provider Confusion on Massage: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa Haines We can’t always count on referrals from local medical providers, even when their work overlaps ours. Business or Pressure host Allissa Haines explores how to educate clients and related professionals about our work and build a niche from the outside in. Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Author links: Website: www.deepbreathdigital.com/community Instagram: https...2024-08-0208 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionShould I Take Tips? “Business or Pressure” with Allissa Haines Gratuities are customary in massage businesses, but should they be? Business or Pressure host Allissa Haines covers the factors to consider and the steps to implement a no gratuities policy. Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Author links: Website: www.deepbreathdigital.com/community Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deepbreathcommunity/ Sponsors: ...2024-07-1915 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionMeet Your Clients Where They’re At: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa Haines Sometimes policies and protocols need to evolve and adapt to keep meeting our clients’ needs. Join Allissa as she discusses how some simple changes help nurture ever evolving clients in your business. Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Author links: Website: www.deepbreathdigital.com/community Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deepbreathcommunity/ Sponsors: ...2024-06-2807 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionShould I Volunteer Massage at a Charitable Event? “Business or Pressure” with Allissa Haines Balancing generosity with the need to earn a living can feel challenging. Business or Pressure host Allissa Haines will help you choose (or not choose) these events wisely. Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Resources: https://highergroundmedia.com/podcasts-archive/yourmamaskitchen Author links: Website: www.deepbreathdigital.com/community Instagram: https://www.instag...2024-06-1409 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionThe Business of Paper: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa Haines Paper is everywhere in a small business. In this episode of Business or Pressure, host Allissa Haines discusses how to handle it properly and even reduce the use of paper when possible. Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Resources: https://www.abmp.com/updates/blog-posts/4-steps-managing-business-paperwork https://www.abmp.com/podcasts/ep-432-walking-fine-line-friendship-and-therapist A...2024-05-3118 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionDual Relationships in Your Massage Business: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa Haines The mix of money, business, and family can be tricky. Business or Pressure host Allissa Haines provides some tips to add structure and avoid resentment in these potentially awkward situations. Resources: www.calm.com Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Author links: Website: www.deepbreathdigital.com/community Inst...2024-05-1713 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionSaving for Time Away from Work: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa Haines Emergency funds are for emergencies, but how do we save for planned time away from our businesses? Business or Pressure host Allissa Haines walks through the process of saving money for a leave of absence. Resources: Ep 425 - Budgets and Savings in Your Massage Business https://www.abmp.com/podcasts/ep-425-budgets-and-savings-your-massage-business-business-or-pressure-allissa-haines Foster Creative Design https://www.fostercreativedesign.com/ Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of m...2024-05-0311 min
Folding Towels - A Podcast for Massage Therapists with Jackie and DavidEpisode 51: A Year in Review: Our Favourite Podcast EpisodesGuess what! We made it to 50 episodes!
Jackie and David get some feedback, and are issued a challenge about picking their superhero names (KittyMumma and Terry Toweling anyone?).
We give a shout out to Allissa Haines and Michael Reynolds who hosted the Massage Business Blueprint Podcast for 8 Years.
Listen to the Massage Business Blueprint
Listen to the ABMP Podcast
We intended to talk about our five favourite episodes, but
we have more than five faves.
Links to Our Favourite Episodes
Episode 2: Some of the Best Advice We’ve Ever Received
Episode 26: Paul Averill – Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone
Episode 21: Strai...2024-05-0136 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionAvoiding the Sunk Cost Trap: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa HainesSometimes, we overvalue the time, energy, or money we put into a project, which clouds our decision-making. Business or Pressure host Allissa Haines talks about the sunk cost trap—and how to avoid it—in your massage business. Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Author links: Website: www.deepbreathdigital.com/community Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deepbreat...2024-04-1908 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionLower Expenses and Increase Income in Your Massage Business: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa HainesSmall, practical adjustments help your massage business run more efficiently, so you take home more of the money you earn. Tune in to this episode of Business or Pressure to hear money saving tips, as well as how to generate more income. Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Author links: Website: www.deepbreathdigital.com/community Instagram: https://www.insta...2024-04-0521 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionBudgets and Savings in Your Massage Business: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa Haines Planning how to spend and save money in your business is not always intuitive. Allissa walks us through some strategies for intentional spending and saving to keep your business sustainable. Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Author links: Website: www.deepbreathdigital.com/community Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deepbreathcommunity/ Sponsors: Jojoba...2024-03-2219 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionHandling Taxes in Your Massage Business: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa Haines Understanding how small business taxes are filed and what information to gather in preparation is crucial for a smooth tax season. Business or Pressure host Allissa Haines discusses the steps to help you be your tax preparer’s favorite client. Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Author links: Website: www.deepbreathdigital.com/community Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deepbr...2024-03-0815 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionHow to Pay Yourself in Your Massage Business: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa Haines“How do I pay myself?” is a very common question from massage business owners. Business or Pressure host Allissa Haines works through the theory and the methods for paying yourself first in your business. Resources: You Need a Budget: https://www.ynab.com/ Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Author links: Website: www.deepbr...2024-02-2314 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionThe 4 Numbers to Know in Your Massage Business: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa HainesKnowing where you are in your business is crucial to knowing how your business can grow. Host Allissa Haines discusses the four numbers to know to consider the sustainability of your business. Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Author links: Website: www.deepbreathdigital.com/community Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deepbreathcommunity/ Sponsors: 2024-02-0912 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionWhy Should I Care About Bookkeeping?: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa HainesBookkeeping is the financial heart of every business. In this episode of Business or Pressure, host Allissa Haines covers why it matters and how to get started. Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Author links: Website: www.deepbreathdigital.com/community Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deepbreathcommunity/ Resources: Waveapps: https://www.waveapps.com/ 2024-01-2613 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionBalancing a Career and Uncompensated Caregiving: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa HainesWomen are often the primary caregivers in a household and extended families, and this can have a huge impact on our long-term financial health. In this episode of Business or Pressure, Allissa discusses some factors to consider in balancing personal and professional needs. Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Author links: Website: www.deepbreathdigital.com/community Instagram: https://www.i...2024-01-1211 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionYour Cancellation Policy Is Your Business: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa HainesA cancellation policy is standard for service businesses. But what should it be? Business or Pressure host Allissa Haines provides plenty of ideas and options to craft the policy that best suits you. Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist, business owner, and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Author links: Website: www.deepbreathdigital.com/community Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deepbreathcommunity/ Sponsors: 2023-12-2215 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionHow to Improve Your Massage in Less Than 30 Minutes: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa HainesIt only takes a few minutes to learn something new, or just try something different in your hands-on work. In this episode of Business or Pressure, host Allissa Haines walks through some ideas to avoid stagnation in the massage room. Resources: The Rebel MT podcast: https://www.abmp.com/podcasts/ep-370-splenii-muscles-under-influence-rebel-mt-allison-denney Derryberry Massage: https://www.derryberrymassage.com/yoga Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of...2023-12-0811 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionMost Common Website Mistakes: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa HainesWebsites are an incredible tool for recruiting new massage clients. A few simple updates can make your business website even better. Tune in to this episode of Business or Pressure with host Allissa Haines to learn about some easy ways to level up your website. Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Resources: Ep 388- Making It Easy to Be Your Massage Client: ht...2023-11-1012 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionThe Comfort of Protocols in your Business: Business or Pressure with Allissa HainesEnforcing business policies can be uncomfortable. Host Allissa Haines discusses how creating protocols and scripts in advance will lend professionalism and ease to running a massage business. Resources: Ep 384 – Structuring Your Massage Business https://www.abmp.com/podcasts/ep-384-structuring-your-massage-business-business-or-pressure-allissa-haines Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Author links: Website: www.deepbreathdigital.com/communit...2023-10-2714 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionMaking It Easy to Be Your Massage Client: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa HainesIn this episode of Business or Pressure, host Allissa Haines walks through the steps to make being your client, and staying your client, easy for the customer. Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist, business owner, and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Resources: Making Your Massage Business User Friendly, Massage & Bodywork magazine, Sept/Oct 2023 Business.google.com apple.com/business/connect Ep 371 - How to...2023-10-1317 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionSetting Up Structure in Your Massage Business: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa HainesBusiness or Pressure host Allissa Haines walks through a few basic steps to help you run your massage business with more ease and less stress. Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Author links: Website: www.deepbreathdigital.com/community Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deepbreathcommunity/ Sponsors: Jojoba: www.jojobacompany.com 2023-09-2912 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionHow Do I Price My Massage Services?: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa HainesWhat matters most in pricing massage services? Business or Pressure host Allissa Haines walks through all the factors to consider to help you gain confidence in your pricing structure. Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist, business owner, and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Author links: Website: www.deepbreathdigital.com/community Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deepbreathcommunity/ Sponsors: Jojoba: www.jojobacompany.com 2023-09-1515 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionWhat We Say After a Massage: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa Haines“Soo, ummm . . . would you like to come back?” . In this episode of Business or Pressure, host Allissa Haines talks through the after-massage conversations that help us better serve clients. Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Author links: www.deepbreathdigital.com/community Sponsors: Jojoba: www.jojobacompany.com HobaCare Jojoba is a premium quality, 100% pure jojoba oil that is hig...2023-09-0116 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionHow to Give the Right Massage: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa HainesCommunication is everything. In this episode of Business or Pressure, host Allissa Haines demonstrates how to give the “right” massage to every client at every visit. Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Author links: Website: www.deepbreathdigital.com/community Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deepbreathcommunity/ Sponsors: Jojoba: www.jojobacompany.com 2023-08-1809 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionHow to Get Things Done: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa HainesIt can be challenging to be productive and accomplish business tasks. Getting things done is a foundational skill, and we’ve got a list of ideas to help you move forward in this episode of Business or Pressure with Alissa Haines. Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Resources: The Anti-Planner, Dani Donovan https://www.adhddd.com/anti-planner/ Author links: ...2023-08-0418 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionGeneral or Specialty Massage Practice: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa Haines Should you see every client or just the clients seeking a specialty? In this episode of Business or Pressure, host Allissa Haines walks you through the merits of having a general massage practice or choosing a specialty. Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Resources: “Does Your Massage Business Need a Reboot,” by Allissa Haines, Massage & Bodywork magazine, July/August 2023, page 82. Author links: Webs...2023-07-2111 min
InterdisciplinaryThat Rage/Love Coin with Allissa Haines, LMTSend us a textIt's our last guest of Season 11, and this is a conversation you don't want to miss. Allissa Haines talks with Corey and Cal about what it really takes to build a massage career, and how work can turn into flowAbout Our Guest: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner, and columnist for ABMP’s Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. & so much moreA bi-monthly podcast where we share the stories of our Care...2023-06-241h 04The ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionFoundations for Marketing a Massage Business: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa HainesThere are a thousand ways to build a strong massage or bodywork business. In this episode of Business or Pressure with Allissa Haines, we’ll cover the must-haves to get started, laying the foundation for a long-term, sustainable business. Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist, business owner, and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Author Links: Website: www.deepbreathdigital.com/community Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deepbreathcommunity/ Resources: Deep...2023-06-2318 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionIs This a Business or a Hobby?: “Business or Pressure” with Allissa HainesWhen you run a business, there’s one very important decision to make intentionally, a decision that will impact all aspects of your massage work: Is this a business or a hobby? If you haven’t made that decision, join host Allissa Haines in this episode of Business or Pressure to think it through and move forward. Host: Allissa Haines is a practicing massage therapist and business owner and columnist for Massage & Bodywork magazine. You can find her building a community of massage therapists at deepbreathdigital.com/community. Author links: Website: www.d...2023-06-0911 min
The Thinking Practitioner83: Business, Success, and Change (with Allissa Haines)How do we think about our business? In this episode Whitney talks with Allissa Haines of Massage Business Blueprint about pertinent business topics such as: What's coming up for the new year? How to get more massage and bodywork clients? How to communicate with your client's healthcare practitioners? And much more.
Get the full transcript of their conversation on Til or Whitney's sites:
Til Luchau’s Advanced-Trainings.com
Whitney Lowe’s Academy of Clinical Massage
Resources:
Massage Business Blueprint
Communicating with a client's healthcare team
How to get new massage clients
The Walton Pressure Scale
2023-01-1153 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionThe “What If” Scenario with Allissa Haines and Michael ReynoldsThings happen. Everyone is at risk of a tragic event such as death or disability. A solid plan will lead to peace of mind. In this episode of The ABMP Podcast, Allissa and Michael discuss the importance of having a plan in place for such an event, how to organize your “get hit by a bus” file, and how having a trusted person to manage your business affairs is an absolute must. Allissa is a co-founder at Massage Business Blueprint and is the lead mastermind behind most of the content in that community. She has run a busy...2022-10-1826 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionImpostor Syndrome or . . . with Allissa HainesMassage therapists are uniquely qualified to step back and notice how they feel in their bodies and minds. So, how can they view their choices objectively? In this episode of The ABMP Podcast, Kristin and Darren speak with Allissa Haines about her article “Is It Impostor Syndrome or . . .” in the May/June 2022 issue of Massage & Bodywork magazine, how the pandemic brought the issues of ego into scope, and how asking yourself the right questions will help you determine whether it’s impostor syndrome or good judgment. Allissa Haines is a busy massage therapist and amateur chaos gardener. She ru...2022-05-1725 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionEnd Well and Begin Again with Massage Business BlueprintIn this episode of The ABMP Podcast, Kristin and Darren sit down with Allissa Haines and Michael Reynolds from Massage Business Blueprint to discuss changes for the upcoming year, why you should think of your business as an asset, how keeping your physical space organized helps maintain a healthy mental space, and how to stop procrastinating and start “adulting” in 2022. Allissa Haines and Michael Reynolds are the duo who make up Massage Business Blueprint. Allissa is a practicing massage therapist of 16 years and self-described Director of Shenanigans at Massage Business Blueprint. Michael is a former massage therapist, fina...2022-01-0431 minThe ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionPractice Partnerships with Allissa Haines and Michael Reynolds of Massage Business BlueprintThis dynamic duo are the perfect pair to speak to successful business partnerships, as they celebrate six years of working together. Allissa and Michael tell us why they created Massage Business Blueprint and how their skill sets complement one another. We also dive into the pros and cons of partnerships, what it’s like working with your best friend, and how to keep work fun. We close with thoughts on workload disparity, how formal a partnership contract should be, and how to bring your best self to any relationship. Allissa Haines and Michael Reynolds are the...2021-05-1834 min
The ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionABMP SUMMIT WEEK! Financially Surviving COVID-19 with Massage Business BlueprintAllissa Haines and Michael Reynolds join the podcast to discuss the wake-up call that the pandemic served. COVID magnified what MTs were doing well or poorly pre-shutdowns. Did you have your earnings in order? Did you reach out and get the resources that were available? Did you treat your business like a business? Find your weaknesses and hone them in preparation for 2021 and beyond. Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Anatomy Trains Guest Bios: Allissa Haines and Michael Reynolds make up the wonder duo behind Massage Business Bl...2020-10-2022 min
NoVA Weekend WarriorsMassage in a Time of COVID-19?A quick note: Many times I sign off with "enjoy each new challenge that comes your way. Well for this episode, my greatest challenge was the audio. For a few of us on the panel it is ummm.... problematic.... this week. But the content is really, really great, so I hope you stick it out. For future recordings, I'm working on an alternative video platform and more importantly, my replacement mic will be in any day now. So you'll still be hearing my accent, but it will be a little less grating Thanks so sticking it out for this episode!2020-07-081h 04
Massage HodgepodgeThe Massachusetts EpisodeAllissa Haines is on the podcast in my ongoing effort to chat with a fellow massage therapist from every state! She joins me from her home state in Massachusetts where she had over 15 years of experience as an LMT. Allissa is also a columnist for Massage & Bodywork Magazine and the co-founder of The Massage Business Blueprint, an online resource and community for massage and bodywork professionals. Along with her co-founder Michael Reynolds, she hosts a podcast of the same name with nearly 300 episodes helping bodywork professionals navigate business and marketing. We chatted about… The Massage Business Bl...2020-05-2244 min
The ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionConversations in Quarantine - Interview with Allissa Haines and Michael Reynolds (Massage Business Blueprint) - Part 2In Part 2 of our discussion with Allissa Haines and Michael Reynolds of Massage Business Blueprint, we discuss short-term business triage ideas and long-term goals, planning for worst-case scenarios and unpredictability, accounting basics and financial literacy, impostor syndrome, developing your dream practice, diversification, and productivity in a downtime.2020-05-1942 min
The ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionConversations in Quarantine - Interview with Allissa Haines and Michael Reynolds (Massage Business Blueprint) - Part 1Allissa Haines and Michael Reynolds, the team behind Massage Business Blueprint and Massage & Bodywork magazine’s column Blueprint for Success, join us to discuss current life without massage and touch, client communication during a crisis, Allissa’s decision to close her practice and office space, and what’s the secret sauce that makes up Massage Business Blueprint’s services and membership offerings.2020-05-1536 min
Massage Business BlueprintE271: Q&A – Pineapple on Pizza?Our listener lives in a house divided and wants to know if Allissa and Michael are for or against pineapple on pizza. Transcript: Michael Reynolds Hey, everyone. Welcome to a Q&A episode of the Massage Business Blueprint podcast. I'm Michael Reynolds. Allissa Haines I'm Allissa Haines. MR We're your hosts. Welcome, welcome. Welcome to another [...]2019-12-3107 min
Massage Business Blueprint®E271: Q&A – Pineapple on Pizza?Our listener lives in a house divided and wants to know if Allissa and Michael are for or against pineapple on pizza. Transcript: Michael Reynolds Hey, everyone. Welcome to a Q&A episode of the Massage Business Blueprint podcast. I'm Michael Reynolds. Allissa Haines I'm Allissa Haines. MR We're your hosts. Welcome, welcome. Welcome to another [...]2019-12-3107 min
Massage Business Blueprint®E266: Help us Help Healwell on Giving TuesdayWe've got a favor to ask you on this Giving Tuesday. It would mean a lot to us if you would consider becoming a recurring donor to Healwell for $10/month. Transcript: Michael Reynolds Hey, everyone. Welcome to a special off-schedule episode of the Massage Business Blueprint. I'm Michael Reynolds. Allissa Haines I'm Allissa Haines. MR [...]2019-12-0104 min
How's The Pressure?"Client Confidentiality" w/ Allissa HainesThis week I am talking to Allissa Haines about client confidentiality. Now I know that all, or hopefully all of us believe that client confidentiality is an important factor in running a practice ethically. However I thought it would be good to bring in someone to talk about where there might be some grey areas for some therapists. How far do we take it? What is the ethical standard we are shooting for? Are there circumstances where it doesn’t really apply? Where do we commonly make mistakes in on this topic?
I ask some of these questions and more of...2018-07-1258 min