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Finding Your Path as a Massage Therapist

Finding Your Path as a Massage Therapist

What questions should massage therapists ask themselves when finding their career path?

Whether you are a new massage therapist or a veteran looking to make a change, here are 6 questions to ask yourself :

1. What are my long-term career goals?
2. What aspect of massage therapy do I enjoy?
3. What type of clients do I want to work with?
4. What techniques am I most skilled and knowledgeable about?
5. What additional massage training do I want and need?
6. How do I want to balance my personal life and work life?

And remember, as a massage therapist, you must protect yourself; only the best massage therapist insurance coverage will do!

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