Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey in wellness but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Amber Renee, Founder of Prismatic Healing, located in Chicago, IL, USA.
What's your business, and who are your customers?
I'm in the healing and wellness business, offering skilled massage therapy, energy healing, and divination services to adult humans who want to improve the quality of their lives. Many of my clients identify as "ordinary people" who are burdened by past traumas and current stressors. I help them release their pain and unlock the mystical healing powers we all naturally carry within ourselves.
Tell us about yourself
I've been working in the healing arts since 2005 when I first began my career in high-end days spas as an esthetician and nail technician. Back then, my clients would come to me for my innate ability to provide a powerful healing touch and deep relaxation. That led me to evolve into becoming a licensed massage therapist and Reiki master teacher. Over these 17+ years, I've witnessed thousands of people transform from feeling exhausted and miserable to refreshed and blissful even after just one session on my table. Even more magical are the hundreds of completely life-altering positive metamorphoses I've had the privilege of facilitating for those who've committed to long-term healing sessions with me. It's an honor to fulfill this calling, and knowing that there are so many more people out there who seek support on their healing journeys is what motivates me to continue doing this work.
What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?
My biggest accomplishment is just starting my private practice in the first place! I spent more than 15 years comfortably working for a boss at various high-end day spas, but as my skills grew and my request list became bigger and more exclusive, I knew I needed to branch out into my own private practice. It was scary to let go of the perceived security I had in working for someone else, but it has allowed me so much more freedom to offer my unique brand of healing to a lot more people, and the possibilities continue to grow.
What's one of the hardest things that come with being a business owner?
For me, the hardest part is managing all the admin work behind the scenes. I've only ever worked as a healer. I had no business or corporate experience before starting my private practice, so it's been a huge learning curve for me to stay on track and think of myself as a business owner, salesperson, marketing entrepreneur, and healer. I'm still learning how to wear all those hats!
What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?
Coaching, coaching, coaching!! Invest in a business coach and a marketing coach. Even if you think you know what you're doing, having someone to bounce ideas off of who is dedicated to being by your side through all the ups and downs makes a tremendous difference. Running a small business can be really lonely. It's important to have people and communities that can support you as your business grows.
Where can people find you and your business?
Website: https://www.prismatichealing.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PrismaticBeing
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.amber.oracle/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amber-renee-6a1842245/
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