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
Hypnotherapy business advice
6 ways to navigate decision fatigue
It's no secret that making decisions can be daunting, especially when there are multiple options to consider. The more significant the impact of the choice and the greater the number of options, the more challenging it becomes to decide. Depending on a person's general stress tolerance, decision-fatigue or decision-apathy can set in. The good news is that there are ways to mitigate the effects of decision-fatigue, and reduce the stress of the decision-making process. 1. Recognise the signs The first point is to recognise the signs of decision-fatigue, because it's easier to thwart it in its tracks, than to resolve it once it's set-in. Common signs are: Having little patience Considering and re-considering (and re-re-considering!) plans and options - also known … [Read more...] about 6 ways to navigate decision fatigue
How to use power statements
The way that you talk to yourself and others can cause some kind of effect (whether positive or negative). However, there is a particular type of communication which can really bost your self-esteem and uncover your potential. Realising your potential can lead to a more fulfilling and successful life. Here are some tips to help you on your journey: Identify your strengths and weaknesses (hypnotherapy can help with that) Set achievable goals for yourself (we can also help with that) Surround yourself with supportive people Learn new skills and knowledge Take calculated risks Stay positive and persistent (and this) Specific power words There are some specific phrases which you can use in your communication, which will help you uncover your full … [Read more...] about How to use power statements
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)
Mood board (fragmented brain)
If you have a therapy-related business, or are studying in a therapy-related field, you might have discovered a few things about designing your own brand, marketing materials and website etc. Unfortunately, the discovery that most people in this field make, is that: You can't afford a good graphics programme such as Photoshop - nor do you know where to start. You don't know where to start creating things like logos, social media graphics, business cards, brochures and 'all that jazz'. You had a successful business which is now declining in terms of client numbers, website readers and social media followers. Your business is successful but you lack time to create your own graphics and branding in order to maintain a unique, professional looking identity. The good thing (for … [Read more...] about Mood board (fragmented brain)
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
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
Make your business more resilient to Covid
It's been quite the slog hasn't it, this Covid thing? Quite. The. Slog. Thankfully we, at Hypnotic Universe, are in a much better position now- because we discovered something important, early on in the pandemic. This post asks some questions which you must consider, to make your business more resilient. So, this is what Covid taught us about running a business. 1. If I was suddenly unable to see clients in person, for an extended length of time, how could I adapt, to make an income? This situation arose early in the Covid-19 pandemic, so was a realistic issue for hypnotherapists all over the world. It is important to also ask yourself in what ways are you willing to adapt? This distinction is important because, it's likely that some of the changes you could make will not suit your … [Read more...] about Make your business more resilient to Covid