Question from @sunjammers via Twitter

Q: How much do you tip?
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A: Great question! Just like at a restaurant, it depends on the service and location. Most people generally leave 10-20%, but I have (and some of my colleagues) have gotten 35-40%! If the massage is given in an upscale spa, tips are generally expected especially considering that the therapist are paid a fairly low commission rate. Working in the medical field, I have learned not to expect a tip. Clients see you as a doctors, physical therapy or chiropractors visit, so generally they just don't think about tipping. I don't take offense to it because I would much rather them "tip" me by re-booking their appointments, becoming regular, consistent clients and letting everyone know about their awesome massage therapist then a monetary tip.

Happy Employees Mean Healthier Companies

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Why I love massage

"If you love what you do, it won't seem like work."

I have a job where I give people a "little vacation" from life to relax and rejuvenate their bodies. People give me hugs, a ton of "thank yous" and I even got my first high five yesterday! Tips are great too!



Today, I have a nice mixture of people and massages. I did a prenatal massage on a mommy-to-be in her 2nd trimester. A sugar scrub with aromatherapy of vanilla and grapefruit was fun and different. Most of the massages that I do are couples massages. At Spa Bleu in downtown Savannah, we offer a great couples package in our HUGE and beautiful Johnny Mercer couples room. It includes customized massages with aromatherapy for the couple at only $150. It melts the stress away and soothes the soul. I also have some AWESOME local clients who are regulars and I love being a part of their lives. Some have been with me for years! I get to hear about their lives and help ease their pain and discomfort of tight muscles. Wherever I am, I love massaging people...young and old...big and small. It it is truly an honor and a privilege that people allow me to work on them and that they actually enjoy it!