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    You Won't Learn This in Massage School
    You Won't Learn This in Massage School
    You Won't Learn This in Massage School
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    You Won't Learn This in Massage School

    By Cynthia Boccuti

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    Oh the things you will encounter can be daunting, irritating and sometimes funny. Do you want to feel like you know what you're doing but just don't have the experience? Do you want to know how to work with hairy clients? How about tips on dealing with gassy clients or late shows? Here is the real world advice and real stories to help you navigate the newness of this massage field like a pro. There are more than 17 years of experience in this book to use to your advantage and help you handle tricky situations.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherAuthorHouse
    Release dateFeb 5, 2013
    ISBN9781481705554
    You Won't Learn This in Massage School
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    Cynthia Boccuti

    With nearly 18 years as a self employed massage therapist I have seen and heard enough to fill a book. So I decided to do just that. I've worked closely with chiropractors, other massage therapists and physical therapists to gain an even broader view of the body. Schools sometimes graduate students without fully preparing them for what the real massage world is like. Clients can offer great fodder for stories. When I think about all the people I have worked on I realize that I want to share those stories and experiences with other therapists to make their job easier. We all need a leg up now and then. So I am sharing what I know anecdotally. I hope that you find the humor in these tips and anecdotes and also in your own experiences with your own clients. Some of my best stories come from volunteering at local relay events in my township and also through working with the high school kids who play football, soccer and are very active in cheerleading. Getting involved has really expanded my clientele. What a great clientele I have too. They have voted for me in the Philly Hot List and I won 2nd and 3rd places in consecutive years.

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      You Won't Learn This in Massage School - Cynthia Boccuti

      You Won’t Learn This in Massage School

      Cynthia Boccuti, LMT

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      © 2013 by Cynthia Boccuti, LMT. All rights reserved.

      No part of this book may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted by any means without the written permission of the author.

      Published by AuthorHouse 01/16/2013

      ISBN: 978-1-4817-0556-1 (sc)

      ISBN: 978-1-4817-0555-4 (e)

      Library of Congress Control Number: 2013900477

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      CONTENTS

      Foreword

      Session One What’s On That Intake Form Again

      Session Two How To Listen~

      Session Three Wigs And Things~

      Session Four Weighty Issues

      Session Five So That’s What Aromatherapy Is For~

      Session Six Stifle It~

      Session Seven When Would You Like To Reschedule?

      Session Eight Optimizing Gift Cards

      Session Nine It’s T Time~

      Session Ten Do I Have To Answer That?

      Session Eleven Picky, Picky

      Session Twelve Dizzy, Old People

      Session Thirteen Boomerangs

      Session Fourteen In The Beginning

      About the Author

      I have my husband, Tony, to thank for being the most supportive of my career change. From day one he never wavered and has always been my biggest fan. I love him for being my center and my sounding board. I also am thrilled to have had massage-addicted family and friends, most notably my daughter Melissa and best friend Dani, who have always been ready to try the newest technique or spa treatment. You all have encouraged me and allowed me to become who I am as a person and a therapist.

      This is also for all the clients during all my years of working in this wonderful field. They have each brought something unique to the (massage) table and taught me some things that I hope to share with as many readers as I can.

      Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

      Foreword

      There are things in life that must be experienced. Experience is our best teacher but sometimes learning from others experiences can be a great learning tool also. Talking with people and even more importantly, listening to what they have to say are the most important experiences. If you’re lucky enough or smart enough you will have the opportunity to do this repeatedly with your clients for many years.

      Over the 17 years in self-employed practice, I have had my share of those moments. When it’s all said and done, I have learned so much about the human body and mind that I should already have my sociology degree.

      If I’m to share with you any

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