In today's blog post, we talk about self-care. We have gathered our top 12 self-care activities, which we hope you find useful. We'd lover to know your favourite ways of practicing self-care too, so why not leave us a comment? 1. Learn how to pace yourself When you pace yourself, not only are you more likely to meet your obligations, but the entire process becomes much more tolerable too. The reason it becomes more tolerable is because: You have time to think and evaluate whether your current technique is working, or not. You have time to mix more enjoyable or relaxing tasks in between each of your obligations. You have more time to work something out, if you're struggling to find a solution. You don't become overwhelmed on a single task, leaving no energy for subsequent … [Read more...] about Self-care as a hypnotherapist
Hypnotherapy business advice
How to find hypnotherapy clients
If you are looking for hypnotherapy clients, you have many options to explore. In today's post, we tell you the top 6 activities which you can do to attract new clients. You could: Browse online directories that list hypnotherapists Join professional associations that offer networking opportunities Ask for recommendations from medical or mental health practitioners Place ads in local publications (e.g newspapers or magazines) or online platforms. We advertise occasionally in a local magazine called The Mirfield Word. Attend local events and exhibitions to showcase your skills Build a simple website and social media presence to reach more people. This is just a small sample of the actions which you could take. If you'd like to know more and receive further guidance, … [Read more...] about How to find hypnotherapy clients
5 free places to promote your therapy business (Part 1)
At Hypnotic Universe, we advocate re-investing a certain proportion of your earnings back into your business. However, we know that this is not always possible, especially in the early days. With that in mind, here is a list of free promotion methods. 1. Facebook 2. Pinterest 3. Instagram 4. Twitter 5. You Tube Next steps We offer hypnotherapy both online and face to face, as well as in your own home, if you’re a blue badge holder living within approx’ 10 miles of WF14 9ED. To book, just send us your availability for the next 10 to 14 days and we’ll set up an initial consultation, to see how we can help you move on with your life: Use our online contact form. Email us at hello@hypnoticuniverse.org. Message us via our … [Read more...] about 5 free places to promote your therapy business (Part 1)
Aspects of running a small business
Who may benefit from this article The purpose of this post is to provide a high-level view of the key aspects of running a small business or hypnotherapy practice. We'd like you to consider this a starting point, before conducting further research on these points. A few groups of people who may find this information useful. These are student hypnotherapists, new hypnotherapists and those who have a practice, not meeting its target profit. However, running a business doesn't always come naturally and it is these businesses which may benefit from the information we're sharing today.Having said that, there are aspects of running a hypnotherapy business which also apply to running any small business. When you first start your business, it's a really exciting time and it's easy to … [Read more...] about Aspects of running a small business
Are you in control of your destiny?
Have you ever wondered about the destiny of your clinical hypnotherapy practice? Lately, I've been questionning how much of this is in our own hands...and how much of it is simply in the hands of others...or whether much of it is down to a really big slice of luck. What are your thoughts? After weighing everything up for a while, I've reached the conclusion that the destiny of my own clinical hypnotherapy practice is partly wherever I want it to be. Let me explain what that means. On the one hand, you could be lucky and have a friend offer you a room in their business suite, for you to use as your business premises, free of charge, for as long as you like.And that would be lucky, huh? But how many of us know friends in such high places? And for those of us who don't have friends … [Read more...] about Are you in control of your destiny?
To plan, or not to plan?
If I were to ask you 'what type of person are you'? What would your answer be? Are you a planner? Or, do you just 'hope for the best', with no real plan in mind? I guess I used to be a planner, but I've moved a little away from that in more recent years and I'm now more of a 'suck it and see' kind of person, with a healthy mix of planning. This move away from rigid planning has actually served me well, as a hypnotherapist. I wonder why that would be...and which is the best way? The case for planning: Planning in the form of scripts, can be a valuable learning tool, when used with flexibility i.e fit the tool to the client, not the client to the tool. It can allow the inexperienced therapist some reassurance. It can stop you going off on a tangent, if you have a … [Read more...] about To plan, or not to plan?
Does ‘word of mouth’ work?
Ok folks (I mean hypnotherapy practitioners, hypnotherapy practitioners in training, and those considering embarking on hypnotherapy practitioner courses), listen up, because I'm about to dispell a commonly taught myth. When I was undergoing hypnotherapy training, we were taught that 'word of mouth' referrals just don't happen in the realm of hypnotherapy practice. And I totally believed it because, when the reasons why were explained, it made total sense. The reason, by the way, is that clients often see us for issues for which they are ashamed, so they aren't going to be broadcasting that 'there's this brilliant hypnotherapist just down the road'. As I said, it made perfect sense! However, let me tell you that it does work: you just need to know how to use it. So, how do you use … [Read more...] about Does ‘word of mouth’ work?
How to foster trust from your clients
One question that many of our students ask is "how do I get my clients to trust me)? So, in today's post, we answer that very important question. 1. Offer excellent customer service A client who has received excellent customer service is a happy client, and happy clients tend to inspire trust. Part of providing a good customer service also includes prioritising them because again, happy customers are trusting customers. 2. Publish client reviews and testimonials If you have any client reviews and testimonials, publish these on your website and socials. If you don't collect them currently, consider doing so. 3. Achieve and maintain good rapport Gaining a good, positive rapport with your client or student is going to be key to your relationship with them. This includes putting time and … [Read more...] about How to foster trust from your clients
Video call alternative to Zoom and MSTeams?
In this post, we suggested a Zoom alternative that you might already be paying for. However, we've also received a suggestion from a video-call provider, who are used frequently by GP's and some NHS facilities. And the best news? It's free! Obviously I can't guarantee it will stay that way, but it's worth giving it a go. I took a look last night and it does look very promising. Check out Doxy.Me now. Need help? We offer hypnotherapy both online and face to face, as well as in your own home, if you're a blue badge holder living within approx' 10 miles of WF14 9ED. To book, just send us your availability over the next 10 to 14 days and we'll set up an initial consultation, to see how we can help you move on with your life: Use our online contact form. Via text/SMS to 07808 … [Read more...] about Video call alternative to Zoom and MSTeams?
Zoom alternative
Edited to add: check out Doxy.Me for a FREE alternative to both Zoom and MSTeams. Hopefully some of you might find this tip helpful... Zoom have now starting enforcing the 40 minute limit for their free accounts. To be honest, the amount they're charging for a paid account probably isn't cost prohibitive for most people, but it is worth checking whether you have access to similar services, that you're already paying for. If you have a paid subscription to Microsoft 365, then you likely have access to MS Teams for no additional charge. Having done a spot of Googling a few days ago, it did seem that MS subscribers should be able to access MS Teams without further charge. However, I also came across some very conflicting information. Hence, I've done some testing of my own and can … [Read more...] about Zoom alternative
