Recently, I posted a journal entry on my cafemom page, which admittedly gets a bit more of attention than this blog, about how great life is right now. I am learning that life is so much more about experiences and gaining wisdom through those experiences, and am quite comfortable with this perspective. Looking at everyday situations, wondering what the lesson is, or what can I take from these experiences..?
My husband has also just started taking a more active involvement in my work by doing my bookkeeping for 2009. Great news--I'm not drowning! He is so much more skilled at numbers than I am, so I am grateful for his help. Knowing where I stand has also helped me think about what I can do to improve, what my goals should REALLY be, areas that need to be more closely watched with caution, and yet, also think of ways to make life easier for my clients. Can I afford to offer discounts on my services, or can I find other ways to show my appreciation, or enhance the value of what my clients are getting?
The Willamette Falls Women's Health Fair that I participated in on Saturday, October 3 was fun. That was my first fair of any kind, so I wasn't really sure what to expect, but I look forward to trying it again next year. While I was there, I spoke with one of the women from Westwood Workout in Milwaukie, and entered into their door prize drawing also. I didn't win the drawing from the fair itself, but they were kind enough to give me a 2 week free trial membership. I have gone in 3 times so far, and am really liking it! We also briefly discussed doing some on-site massage for the members there, and I mentioned the idea to the owner yesterday, so she's going to think about it.
I also just want to be sure all my clients know how much I appreciate them. My growing success would be impossible without your support and appreciation and love of what massage does for you. Keep spreading the word! The knowledge of massage's benefits is expanding, but more people still need to be educated. And your referrals help accomplish that, as well as earning free massage time from me!
Oh, and I also have to mention that I have another handwarming trick that seems to be working! So if you've been turned off by cold hands in the past, be assured that's a problem of the past!
One final note--if you got this far through and it's still October while you're reading it, I am offering 30% off all my services this month in honor of my 3 year anniversary as a licensed massage therapist. Give me a call now to book your appointment, or make one yourself at www.rachelsheardlmt.clickbook.net . The discount applies to both massage and spa treatments, though not the "Massage & Spa Indulgences."
Okay, I really need to switch hats now. I hope to see you soon, my dear client.
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