HOme At WoRk

A Highly Profitable Home at Work

By Tere

Let’s face it.  America’s health consciousness has catapulted during the last five years.  Foods low in fat, sugar, and carbohydrates, have topped the must-buy charts. Gyms and fitness clubs have sprung up.  More and more Americans at the rate of 10% per year are booking spas and massage parlors.  With such a growth, offering a massage “delivered to your door” is not such a bad idea.  In fact, it can be a very profitable idea.

For starters, you need not spend on expensive “spa” set-up and equipment because the massage will be done at your client’s home.  Most of your staff will be direct labor; meaning most of them will be a massage therapist.  You will need only one overhead staff, a telephone operator that can double as a therapist scheduler.  You may also choose to do this yourself, to ensure proper handling of customer calls.

Spend a little on fluffy towel, good and fragrant oils and training for your therapists and you’re on your way to start the business.

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