HairyUncutDad's Massage Interview
Do you remember your first client ? Tell us something about that first day when you decided to be a Masseur!
I was still in massage school. I gave a brief massage to a handsome instructor that complemented me on my skill and encouraged me to continue when I was having doubts that massage could be a career.
Do you consider yourself a successful Masseur?
Yes. I hear the relief that men verbalize when they are on my table and they figure out that I know what I'm doing. Unfortunately, the disappointing stories of bad masseurs abound, so in a way, I try to reset those that have failed my clients before their journey brings them to me.
How would you like someone that contacts you for a massage to feel when they leave?
Zen. Relaxed. With total body relief.
What advice would you give to someone who wants to be a Masseur?
Get formally trained. Be honest about your limits. If you don't truly know how to give a deep tissue massage, don't tell a potential client that you do.
Why did you become a Masseur?
When I had pain and stress from a 9 to 5 job and discovered that massage gave significant relief of that stress and pain, I became a believer.
How often do you travel? Do you prefer to travel or are you more of a homebody?
About 6 times per year. I have a loyal base of clients in other cities. I'm truly grateful that they return to see me.
How do you like clients to feel about the experience when they leave?
Zen and relaxed with hopefully nothing else strenuous to do for the day.
Some people say that being a Masseur is addictive. Would you miss your Masseur days ?
Yes. I truly like what I do.
What distinguishes you from all the other Masseurs?
I know what I'm doing. I'm not a flake.
Tell us a little about yourself, if you were to pick something what would you like your clients to absolutely know about you?
My purpose is to give clients the session that they want and that means active listening. I want anyone I work on to feel that they have received value for the time we have spent together.
What are your hobbies, what do you like to do in your spare time?
Political Junkie, NPR, Live Music, Food.
In warmer months, i'm often traveling to a concert.
How long have you been a Masseur and how long do think you'd like to continue?
Over a decade. I guess I'll retire when there is no longer a need for massage dads.
Is extensive training necessary for a Masseur in order to be successful?
If doing real therapeutic massage - Yes.
If just being in it for the short haul cash grab - Not so much.