If you’re anything like me, you decided to train as a massage therapist, not because you wanted to make a heap of money, but because you genuinely wanted to help people… and have flexible hours for other commitments like raising kids, and giving back to your community.
My massage training was one of the best investments I’ve ever made in myself. I learned WAY more than how to give a beautifully relaxing flowing massage.
I learned I could really make a difference in the lives of my clients by helping them become free from pain and rediscover the joy of being active.
But while I was an enthusiastic, growing therapist, I simply didn’t have what I needed to be a business owner.
My massage training was one of the best investments I’ve ever made in myself. I learned WAY more than how to give a beautifully relaxing flowing massage.
I learned I could really make a difference in the lives of my clients by helping them become free from pain and rediscover the joy of being active.
But while I was an enthusiastic, growing therapist, I simply didn’t have what I needed to be a business owner.
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This showed up as:
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- treating Massage Therapy, as as a hobby instead of my profession, even though it was my sole source of income
- under-investing in my 'business' professional development because I felt like choosing training that taught me a new technique was the only appropriate 'professional development'
- Kidding myself that if I just stuck at things it would turn around… because I was doing ‘healing’ work
And I stayed this way for years!
Why did I do this?
It was a reflection of how I saw myself. The value I placed on myself, my time and my skills as a professional healer.
And the value was ‘less than’
Even though I loved the glow I felt in my chest every time a client shared with me how much they enjoyed spending time with me and how my treatment made them feel more able to cope with their lives, I put the value on my time as a healer as ‘less than’.
I allowed other people’s voices to overshadow my truth, that my skills and gift of working hands on with other people is a valuable contribution to the world.
It was easy to let this happen.
I worked from home so clearly I wasn’t a ‘real’ health care provider, not a like a GP or a physiotherapist.
I had lots of other commitments, like raising children and managing a household, so obviously I wasn't a 'real' businesswoman.
Lots of these voices were from ‘well meaning’ and loving friends and family.
If they had an appointment with me, but something more ‘important’ came up, like an appointment with a doctor, they would cancel without notice, and I let them without penalty because I also bought into the ‘less than’ story.
I felt ‘less than’.
I was told I was not achieving my potential.
I believed my work as a ‘healer’ wasn’t as important as a ‘real job’.
I listened. I got a ‘real job’ as an educator of high school children. That’s a tough gig, let me tell you right now. Hat's off to any of you who have done or are actively pursuing this career. I'm not!
Because when I realised I’d reached the point of either getting myself together as a Massage Therapy business owner with a specialty in Bowen Therapy or sticking with my new ‘real job’… the way forward became clear…
It was a reflection of how I saw myself. The value I placed on myself, my time and my skills as a professional healer.
And the value was ‘less than’
Even though I loved the glow I felt in my chest every time a client shared with me how much they enjoyed spending time with me and how my treatment made them feel more able to cope with their lives, I put the value on my time as a healer as ‘less than’.
I allowed other people’s voices to overshadow my truth, that my skills and gift of working hands on with other people is a valuable contribution to the world.
It was easy to let this happen.
I worked from home so clearly I wasn’t a ‘real’ health care provider, not a like a GP or a physiotherapist.
I had lots of other commitments, like raising children and managing a household, so obviously I wasn't a 'real' businesswoman.
Lots of these voices were from ‘well meaning’ and loving friends and family.
If they had an appointment with me, but something more ‘important’ came up, like an appointment with a doctor, they would cancel without notice, and I let them without penalty because I also bought into the ‘less than’ story.
I felt ‘less than’.
I was told I was not achieving my potential.
I believed my work as a ‘healer’ wasn’t as important as a ‘real job’.
I listened. I got a ‘real job’ as an educator of high school children. That’s a tough gig, let me tell you right now. Hat's off to any of you who have done or are actively pursuing this career. I'm not!
Because when I realised I’d reached the point of either getting myself together as a Massage Therapy business owner with a specialty in Bowen Therapy or sticking with my new ‘real job’… the way forward became clear…
I enrolled in all sorts of business trainings, from Facebook advertising to wealth consciousness.
I started working regularly with a business coach and when she wasn’t the right fit, I searched until I found one who was.
I did small group training - online - with groups of like-minded women. It was amazing. So many new ideas. New skills with social media and self promotion.
Many lightbulb moments and many moments where I was triggered and shut down.
But I persisted, percolated and learned to trust my worth as a healer.
I turned what I had let drift towards being a ‘hobby’ into a business.
I started working regularly with a business coach and when she wasn’t the right fit, I searched until I found one who was.
I did small group training - online - with groups of like-minded women. It was amazing. So many new ideas. New skills with social media and self promotion.
Many lightbulb moments and many moments where I was triggered and shut down.
But I persisted, percolated and learned to trust my worth as a healer.
I turned what I had let drift towards being a ‘hobby’ into a business.
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Think:
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If any of this is sounding good to you, I lovingly invite you to consider working with me.
My Ramp It Up Coaching Program
is a 12 Session program for women with a home based massage business where you receive 1:1 mentoring and biz support tailored for your individual needs.
Working with me as your Massage Biz Coach, you’ll receive the support and guidance you need on what next steps to take, discover how to strengthen areas that might feel blocked or stuck and celebrate your achievements…
It’s like a private massage class for your business!
is a 12 Session program for women with a home based massage business where you receive 1:1 mentoring and biz support tailored for your individual needs.
Working with me as your Massage Biz Coach, you’ll receive the support and guidance you need on what next steps to take, discover how to strengthen areas that might feel blocked or stuck and celebrate your achievements…
It’s like a private massage class for your business!
Your Investment
$2400 AUD Pay in Full
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Payment plan = 4 payments of $700 AUD
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Payment plan = 4 payments of $700 AUD
Working with me you will:
- Align you services and rates with your value to claim your worth in an authentic way
- Clarify your target market so you’re attracting the clients you truly deserve to serve
- Refine and shine your brand and online presence to reflect your worth, energy and commitment
- Discover how to use social media to really grow your tribe in a fun, simple and targeted way
- Receive my professional guidance to craft newsletter and copy that inspires your community to act
- And ALL of this without slipping into overwhelm or freak-out mode!
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Over 4 powerful and supportive months we can transition your business to:
Be more targeted to the people you love to work with, making your contribution feel even more rewarding Have systems in place so that you’re growing your client list and promoting your work while you’re enjoying life, spending time with loved ones and not feeling stuck behind your computer Reflect who you truly are, so that your marketing, online presence and copy really feel authentic and aligned with your values, rather than how you ‘think’ it should be Be something you are proud to talk about, where you generate an abundant income in as way that feels ethical, not greedy |
Real Women: Real Results
I asked Carolyn to share her story ... and she did! Here it is without any editting.
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Top 5 benefits to coaching with you: (in no particular order)
1. A personal cheer squad – who helps to remind me of all the awesome and overlooked achievements I have created 2. Accountability and motivation 3. Brainstorming of ideas to get a different (and usually better) perspective and strategies to implement them 4. A touchpoint – it can be very isolating if you don’t have a network 5. Connection, conversation, validation, inspiration and laughter |
Where was I when I decided to start?
I was approximately six months into my business, struggling with study, building a business, no paying clients and little confidence. I had just finished another massage business course but it was very impersonal.
From the first strategy session, Barbara was knowledgeable, articulate and willing to work with where I was at so that we could work on the issues and challenges specific to me and my business, and without ever making me feel ‘less than’.
I was approximately six months into my business, struggling with study, building a business, no paying clients and little confidence. I had just finished another massage business course but it was very impersonal.
From the first strategy session, Barbara was knowledgeable, articulate and willing to work with where I was at so that we could work on the issues and challenges specific to me and my business, and without ever making me feel ‘less than’.
Where am I now?
With Barbara’s help and guidance I have sorted my offerings, gained confidence in what I have to offer, worked out a pricing strategy, refined and practiced my elevator pitch, been given ideas and strategies to raise my energy levels, keep track of my endless ideas and other quick tips, brainstormed marketing ideas and celebrated all the wins as I have moved from having no clients to gradually building a sustainable and abundant business.
With Barbara’s help and guidance I have sorted my offerings, gained confidence in what I have to offer, worked out a pricing strategy, refined and practiced my elevator pitch, been given ideas and strategies to raise my energy levels, keep track of my endless ideas and other quick tips, brainstormed marketing ideas and celebrated all the wins as I have moved from having no clients to gradually building a sustainable and abundant business.
Carolyn and I began our journey together with a Strategy Call.
" I loved my strategy session with Barbara ...
It was my first coaching session of any sort and I wasn't sure what to expect but the session just flowed organically like we were chatting over coffee.
For me it was so lovely to discuss where was at with my business, what I was doing, ways of making it better, bouncing ideas back and forth, and getting an honest and informed perspective from someone who has 'been there, done that, got the t-shirt ' "
" I loved my strategy session with Barbara ...
It was my first coaching session of any sort and I wasn't sure what to expect but the session just flowed organically like we were chatting over coffee.
For me it was so lovely to discuss where was at with my business, what I was doing, ways of making it better, bouncing ideas back and forth, and getting an honest and informed perspective from someone who has 'been there, done that, got the t-shirt ' "
As a therapist who believes that we do not ‘fix’ our clients, but instead support their wellness journey with everything in our toolbox, I’m up for working with you to:
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Each session I’ll bring my formal qualifications in massage education, my thousands of hours as a therapist and my lived experience as a self employed massage business owner and mother and income provider. |
I’ll also bring the wisdom of my lineage of teachers, mentors and coaches.
An eclectic mix? Perhaps. I think it works.
An eclectic mix? Perhaps. I think it works.
Let's Get Specific
Here is what my Ramp It Up Coaching Program includes:
Comprehensive Welcome Packet to set your goals, intentions and get us on the same page so we know what we will accomplish together
90 minute Zoom Intensive to kickstart the program. We’ll dive into any fears or limiting beliefs that are holding you back and replace them with renewed wealth consciousness to prepare you for success
Eleven x 45 minute sessions throughout the 4 months (via Zoom)
Unlimited email contact with me between sessions. I will be available for you via email to review copy, website updates and new ideas as well as assist with solving issues and setbacks between our coaching sessions
Multiple resources and bonuses throughout the program including hand outs and cheat sheets to help with online marketing, creating videos and more
Comprehensive Welcome Packet to set your goals, intentions and get us on the same page so we know what we will accomplish together
90 minute Zoom Intensive to kickstart the program. We’ll dive into any fears or limiting beliefs that are holding you back and replace them with renewed wealth consciousness to prepare you for success
Eleven x 45 minute sessions throughout the 4 months (via Zoom)
Unlimited email contact with me between sessions. I will be available for you via email to review copy, website updates and new ideas as well as assist with solving issues and setbacks between our coaching sessions
Multiple resources and bonuses throughout the program including hand outs and cheat sheets to help with online marketing, creating videos and more
Ramp It Up Coaching Program
GET Toolsto attract the right new clients in a way that feels authentic and without feeling like you 'selling'
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GET Supportfrom Barbara Swiatkiwsky, massage therapist and women's business coach
to shine by just being yourself |
GET Sh*T DONEBlast through procrastination.
Get work completed! Because growth happens by doing... not just thinking about it! |
Shall we talk?
Just like I’d never recommend an exercise to a client if it wasn’t right for their body, I’m not interested in compelling people into coaching with me.
So the next step is for us both to commit to a 45 min quick FREE strategy call .
Please email me: [email protected] so we can find a time that fits.
Just like I’d never recommend an exercise to a client if it wasn’t right for their body, I’m not interested in compelling people into coaching with me.
So the next step is for us both to commit to a 45 min quick FREE strategy call .
Please email me: [email protected] so we can find a time that fits.
Here's an example of how a strategy session helped Helen (who did decide to work with me further)
Helen and I had a strategy session at 2:30 pm Friday afternoon... I made a short video to recap what it was like... and then I've popped a screenshot from our private Facebook group with feedback from Helen that I received later the same afternoon ...
and an update from Helen a few days later "I had the weekend off to do some me time and housework in preparation for a friend who's visiting from out of town these next few days, but had a woman here for a pedicure this morning that took me up on the special offer as well. So that's a 100% conversion rate so far (2 clients)!"
Accelerate your Success
There is nothing like working one on one to accelerate your success as a businesswoman.
You CAN focus on exactly what YOUR business needs to Grow, create a plan and Go for It!
When you work one to one with me, I gently but firmly hold you accountable to what you said you were going to do and so you DO IT and your business accelerates.
We meet regularly to strategize so that you know exactly WHAT you need to do to take to grow your business.
I share all the behind the scenes tools and skills, so you learn HOW to do everything you need to do to grow your business, so that once you've done it once, you know how change it up to do it again (which means you don't need me any more!)
I'm your personal cheer squad as you IMPLEMENT everything your need to do to grow your business, encouraging you to keep going if you start to wobble. Being your own boss is a rollercoaster ride and sometimes you will cry with frustration. You will have me there, never judging. I hold the space as you melt down and then I bring you back with fresh insight so you can keep taking the steps you need to take to grow your business and create the life/work balance you desire.
So the big question is...
is 1:1 Coaching with me the right step for you?
If you think it MIGHT be,
I invite you to book a strategy session with me.
- You can't hide like you can in a group program.
- You can't potter along and procrastinate like you can in a self paced program.
You CAN focus on exactly what YOUR business needs to Grow, create a plan and Go for It!
When you work one to one with me, I gently but firmly hold you accountable to what you said you were going to do and so you DO IT and your business accelerates.
We meet regularly to strategize so that you know exactly WHAT you need to do to take to grow your business.
I share all the behind the scenes tools and skills, so you learn HOW to do everything you need to do to grow your business, so that once you've done it once, you know how change it up to do it again (which means you don't need me any more!)
I'm your personal cheer squad as you IMPLEMENT everything your need to do to grow your business, encouraging you to keep going if you start to wobble. Being your own boss is a rollercoaster ride and sometimes you will cry with frustration. You will have me there, never judging. I hold the space as you melt down and then I bring you back with fresh insight so you can keep taking the steps you need to take to grow your business and create the life/work balance you desire.
So the big question is...
is 1:1 Coaching with me the right step for you?
If you think it MIGHT be,
I invite you to book a strategy session with me.
Ramp It Up Coaching
Ramp It Up Coaching is a 12 session program for women with a home based massage business where you receive 1:1 mentoring and biz support tailored to YOUR individual needs.
Terms and Conditions for Ramp It UP Coaching
Terms and Conditions for Ramp It UP Coaching
