JulianBond's Massage Interview
Do you remember your first client ? Tell us something about that first day when you decided to be a Masseur!
I started out assisting a friend with a couple of four hand massages. I really liked the fact I was partially responsible for making someone feel good . I remember saying to myself this is something I really want to pursue, therefore my curiosity was piqued.
Some people say that being a Masseur is addictive. Would you miss your Masseur days ?
Oh it's something that's very addictive, I never want to be in that place to where I have to say that. So yes I'd miss it most definitely .
Do you consider yourself a successful Masseur?
Well I'm still fairly new in this field and am still learning . But things are certainly looking up. So far so good.
Tell us a little about yourself, if you were to pick something what would you like your clients to absolutely know about you?
First my parents taught me treat others in the way I'd like to be treated. I absolutely want all my clients to get my absolute best in my services and the setting in which my services are being performed sotaspeak.
How would you like someone that contacts you for a massage to feel when they leave?
Obviously better than they did before they came in, simplistic answer? Maybe, albeit true. I want all my clients to have the best experience that I can possibly give them from the very first contact they have with me to setting the intial apptointment to the end of the session.
What are your hobbies, what do you like to do in your spare time?
Time with family & friends, travel, sports (college football BOOMER SOONER ) anything around water, love to try new restaurants, movies, oh and sleeping.
Why did you become a Masseur?
As I referenced in an earlier question, I kinda accidentally fell into helping a friend with two or three massages, and was quickly bit by the bug as they say.
What advice would you give to someone who wants to be a Masseur?
It's a fulfilling way to know you're making a huge impact on that persons day, and it's kinda intimate in the way it's you and your client alone, away from all the stresses going on out there, in a peaceful and quiet setting. Oh and. Remember service service service.
What distinguishes you from all the other Masseurs?
I don't ever really know how to answer that type of question. I have a few friends who are masseurs, we talk and share ideas, experiences and so forth I think we as masseurs know what feels good to us and so l approach it that way. I will say as a small boy my grandmother use to rub my hands and feet and I remember how relaxing that felt as I didn't have a care in the world that very moment, i tend to concentrate on those memories due to my past experiences. I think that's what I want my client to feel for the 60 or 90 minutes I have with them they too can feel they don't have a care in the world only if its for a short time.
How long have you been a Masseur and how long do think you'd like to continue?
Im in my second year now and am settling in quite well. After being in the corporate world for over 20 years this is the first job I've had that I don't feel as if I'm actually working when I'm serving clients. Can't beat that.
How often do you travel? Do you prefer to travel or are you more of a homebody?
I traveled a lot in my twenties and thirties, I've chilled out in my forties . That's not to say I don't travel but not at the pace I once did.
Is extensive training necessary for a Masseur in order to be successful?
Oh most definitely, and continued learning as well. I think if you're interested in something and there's passion there you'll seek out ways to better serve your clients and hon your skills.
How do you like clients to feel about the experience when they leave?
obviously I want them to feel engerized, positive, and as close to stress free as one can feel before going back in the jungle after and hour of refuge on my table.