Folding Towels - A Podcast for Massage Therapists with Jackie and David

From marine biology, to working in retail, to learning massage to connect with her mother with dementia.  Join Jackie as she talks with Liz Sharkey from Massage Training Australia.  Liz recognised early on that many of the training colleges aren’t teaching the really basic skills that therapists need to know (like report writing and notation).  These might not be the skills that many of are excited about (hello we are tactile peopl...

Join Jackie and David as they unpack whether or not it is okay to only work with women as a massage therapist. We discuss in general "what does the law say". Explore the reasons why massage therapists might want to only work with women, and ways to do this directly and indirectly. We discuss branding that specifically targets women (e.g. Sportsgirl), and ways to say no to male clients who might want to seek massage with y...

In this episode of the Folding Towels Podcast, we're diving into practical, low-cost strategies to help massage therapists attract more clients and grow their business. David shares ten actionable tips that require more courage than cash, perfect for any massage therapist looking to expand their clientele without breaking the bank.

We'll explore the power of digital communication, from crafting engaging email newslette...

In this extended and final episode in this series, Jackie and David chat about even more stuff that they never told you about in massage school.

Do you need a mentor and how to choose one?

How much can you expect to be paid as an employee?

What's "the going rate" for rental and profit share and is it as good a deal as it sounds (spoiler alert, no it isn't)?

How often do you stop and listen to what your client is a...

What would you do if someone "raised a flag pole"?

Do you know how to drape to work on someone's glutes without pulling their pants all the way down?

Do you know how to use your body weight to generate pressure and do you massage with just your hands or are you also making good use of broad forearms?

Ever been asked to commit health fund fraud?

And just what do you say if someone calls you a masseuse?

Jackie and David...

Jackie and David are back from a break - Conference, Coronavirus and just other stuff. It's rolling into the end of financial year. Jackie is Registering for GST for the first time, David is doubling down on compliance stuff. But really, this week we are here to talk about the podcasts that we listen to and enjoy. Remember, not everything that you do and listen to has to be professional - which is why we crack off this episode ...

Jackie and David chat about ways to keep up your education without breaking the bank. If you are a member of a professional association, you need to commit to education every year. And even if you're not a member, continuing education helps to keep you fresh, motivated, up to date and connected with your industry. From borrowing books from the library, to watching webinars and listening to podcasts, to super affordable membersh...

Join David as he talks about why you should use email to connect with your clients, what not to do and what he loves to read in an e-news. Sending regular e-mails to your clients doesn't have to be hard, long or fancy, and it especially shouldn't feel dirty. But if you want to cut through the crap already in their inbox you need to give your clients a reason to open your news. Swap the idea of selling for stories. A glimpse...

Join Jackie as she chats with Amy Tyler of Institute of Oncology Massage. With over two decades in remedial therapy, Amy talks about how massage can provide comfort and aids recovery for cancer survivors.

Amy also shares her personal journey having recovered from a benign brain tumour herself, enhancing her empathy and understanding towards patient care. She advocates for all therapists to learn oncology massage due to its growing...

Jackie and David share tips and stories about leaving the daily grind into starting your own beautiful massage business on your own terms.

We explore the challenging yet rewarding journey from paid employment to self-employment, discuss the importance of careful planning and financial preparation before making the leap. We also talk about taking your time to build a client base, especially in context with massage therapy, and highl...

Have you heard of Sunspot? Marvel comics only Brazilian superhero. Rafael Bucater is a musculoskeletal therapist and massage tutor in Adelaide at the Australian Institute of Fitness.  He arrived in Australia in 2009 from Brazil, studying multiple diplomas and falling in love with massage.

Portuguese is Rafa’s first language, one of the Latin languages which means he has an advantage over someone whose only language is English.  Bec...

Join Jackie and David as we chat with Kylie Hicks, a remedial massage therapist in Mildura (Victoria) who has spent the last 20 years helping people to move forward from chronic pain.

Chronic pain isn't just about sore muscles or aching joints. It's an intricate dance between the mind and body, where emotions play as much a part as physical discomfort. As she puts it, "Pain isn't just felt; it's experienced on ...

In this episode of the Folding Towels Podcast, David and Jackie explore the relevance of Facebook for businesses amidst a plethora of social media platforms. We chat about our personal experiences (David apparently has some strong feelings about social media) especially how cheesy and fake social media can be when you're trying too hard.

But Facebook (and other social media channels) can be your business card, and can be used t...

Join Jackie and David as they talk about the stuff they never told you about in massage school (and probably should have).

In this episode, Jackie divulges her love of Meridian massage tables (spoiler alert, they are the worlds lightest and most comfortable massage table, made in Australia, and with a gas lift adjustable height option) … and no Meridian tables do not sponsor us!

We chat about the stuff that people say to us, often ...

In today's episode Jackie dives head first into the world of commercial leasing with Kelly Cunningham, Managing Director and Co-Founder of Your Leasing Co.

Kelly shares her expertise in helping businesses negotiate better lease terms to save costs and balance power with landlords. With a focus on supporting small enterprises, particularly during renewals, Kelly offers strategies such as avoiding CPI rent increases and not signi...

Join Jackie and David as they chat with Stuart Hinds a soft tissue therapist whose career includes 32 years of clinical experience, four Olympic Games and one Commonwealth Games and who has presented workshops globally.

Stuart is passionate about self-care within the industry and he shares invaluable insights into the world of massage therapy.

Key Points from This Episode:

• Stuart's Extensive Experience: With over three d...