MaxShore's Massage Interview
Do you remember your first client ? Tell us something about that first day when you decided to be a Masseur!
I decided to become a masseur when I realized how life changing it has been for me. The more I received health benefits and restored energy from massage I wanted to share it with others. My first client was a good friend who trusted me and I've enjoyed sharing massage with others since.
Some people say that being a Masseur is addictive. Would you miss your Masseur days ?
Anything can be addictive if done to excess. I hope that I always encourage people to find multiple ways to care for their body. No one method holds all the answers.
Do you consider yourself a successful Masseur?
Yes, because I enjoy what I do and those who experience my services keep returning.
Tell us a little about yourself, if you were to pick something what would you like your clients to absolutely know about you?
That I am a caring person and want others to feel welcomed and valued.
How would you like someone that contacts you for a massage to feel when they leave?
Relaxed and as if they had been on vacation. They say that if a client falls asleep during a massage, it is it the greatest compliment.
What are your hobbies, what do you like to do in your spare time?
I am a classically trained pianist and so that accounts for my strong hands and understanding of the body. I spend time practicing, traveling, and writing.
Why did you become a Masseur?
To share the benefits of interpersonal connection and healing with others.
What advice would you give to someone who wants to be a Masseur?
To be a good masseur one needs to get massage regularly. One learns how to be a good masseur by knowing how it affects them. Learn one's own body first as it will help to understand one's clients.
What distinguishes you from all the other Masseurs?
The value for the money and the understanding of how important massage is for interpersonal connection and healing.
How long have you been a Masseur and how long do think you'd like to continue?
I feel like I have been massaging quite a bit of my life. My grandfather was a reflexologist and so it's been part of the family. I hope I'm always able to continue.
How often do you travel? Do you prefer to travel or are you more of a homebody?
I am an avid international traveler. I travel as much as possible. Some of my best massage experiences have been while traveling and learning the various techniques around the world.
Is extensive training necessary for a Masseur in order to be successful?
Training comes in many forms: professional training, but also the training that comes from getting massages regularly, and learning what actually feels good and restorative. Pass on to others what has felt positive and rejuvinating to you.
How do you like clients to feel about the experience when they leave?
That the massage has been time well spent and they are better than when they came in.