MassagebyCraig's Massage Interview
Do you remember your first client ? Tell us something about that first day when you decided to be a Masseur!
Picture it. October 2007, St. Petersburg, Florida. i had just graduated from massage school and got my license. i was so excited to embak on an exciting new career. My first client was Jeff, a friend of mine who was eager to give my new skills a try. He was shocked at how intuitive I was to his needs. He still comes over occasionally for that great massage.
Some people say that being a Masseur is addictive. Would you miss your Masseur days ?
I can state from experience that I missed my Masseur days during two time frames. In 2009 the economy took a dump so getting clients with money available to spend on a massage was lean. i expanded my territory which helped some, but it took a while to recover financially. The second time I really missed it was during COVID when nobody was leaving their homes for anything unnecessary. Those were two and a half very rough years for me.
Do you consider yourself a successful Masseur?
Absolutely! I still have clients who I have had for greater than 10 years, and who still tell me they just love my work.
How would you like someone that contacts you for a massage to feel when they leave?
I hope they feel refreshed and relaxed mostly. Several clients tell me that they intend to go home and take a nap, while others fall asleep on my table, which I take as a sign of trust.
Tell us a little about yourself, if you were to pick something what would you like your clients to absolutely know about you?
I would like my clients to know that I truly love the work. The time I spend with each and every one of them is special for me and hopefully for them as well. I try very hard to let them know through the gift of touch just how much they mean to me.
What are your hobbies, what do you like to do in your spare time?
In my spare time, whenever I can find some, I enjoy traveling both by car and by plane. Love new places and new experiences that come with it. I'm a major foodie and former chef of 15 years. I also love to fish. You know what they say: "A bad day of fishing is better than a good day of work." I have two new puppies, now almost 2 years old each, and I love every single minute that I get to spend with them.
Why did you become a Masseur?
A job which I had for 10 years was being phased out due to advancing computer technology. It was in the medical field so I wanted to continue along those lines in some way. I always enjoyed giving and getting massages and thought to myself it was something new and exciting. i could work my own hours at my own pace, and make good money while doing so.
What advice would you give to someone who wants to be a Masseur?
If you want to work in the medical industry as a masseur start young! After graduating from massage school I cannot tell you how difficult it was to find a job working for someone else. Either I was too old, or was the wrong *** being a guy. i even had an interview where the application asked generically if my husband or boyfriend would be okay with me working odd hours, evenings and weekends thinking I was a girl.
What distinguishes you from all the other Masseurs?
I am very intuitive in reading a person's body and listening to what they are saying.
How long have you been a Masseur and how long do think you'd like to continue?
I have been a Masseur since 2006, so almost 17 years, and I would like to continue as-is for as long as I can.
How often do you travel? Do you prefer to travel or are you more of a homebody?
I consider myself a homebody who also travels when I get the mood. Cabin fever sets in every once and a while so i have to get away, usually for only three days or so, which helps recharge my batteries as well.
Is extensive training necessary for a Masseur in order to be successful?
Training is a good thing, but practice practice practice is what makes you great.
How do you like clients to feel about the experience when they leave?
Relaxed, relieved, refreshed, happy, maybe a bit euphoric so then can go home and say, "WOW, that was a really great experience."