In this episode Nate and Ben discuss their referral relationships and strategies for building a professional network. Ben highlights that referrals should primarily aim to help people rather than just increase business. They agree that a team approach is essential for addressing clients' issues comprehensively. The conversation also covers methods for establishing new professional relationships, including personal experience, word-of-mouth recommendations, and reaching out to other practitioners to learn from them.

Remember Groupon?

Nate and Ben discussed various topics, including tipping culture, membership programs in their practice, and the management of a large practice. 

In this episode Ben and Nate have a broad discussion about all things massage and dive into different topics in the massage profession-

Enjoy!

Nate and Ben discussed their experiences with clients who had undiagnosed serious health issues presenting as low back pain. Nate shared two instances where clients were diagnosed with stomach cancer and bone cancer after prolonged periods of low back pain. He emphasized the importance of knowing when to stop manual therapy and refer clients to other professionals. Ben shared an instance where a client experienced excessive bleeding after oral surgery, which he initially dismissed as a minor issue. Both agreed on the importance of being vigilant and cautious in such situations, and not to assume that everything is musculoskeletal or joint-related. They also discussed the need for a team approach in treating clients, and the importance of not over-treating clients.

In this episode-Ben and Nate had the opportunity to meet in person and record our first podcast live!

Nate was in Omaha to celebrate and teach the work of Erik Dalton; and we took the opportunity to discuss a question that came up in class-

How do you add new things into your practice?

Enjoy this live episode with Ben and Nate

In this Episode, Ben and Nate pose the question What are essential skills for a new massage therapist to be successful?

We discuss everything from learning time management, developing a business plan, to learning how to interact with the public specifically when they come to you in pain.

Where does change begin? According to Michael Jackson, he was looking at the man in the mirror.

How has the perception of massage therapy changed over the years? Ben and I explore this question and more! Tune in-and let us know what you think.

Do you suffer from imposter syndrome, and if so how do you deal with it?

In episode 25 Ben and Nate discuss this topic and give our own thoughts-as well as our listeners!