March 2008

Success Checklist 6

The items below are goals, activities and skills we suggest you accomplish by the time you are finished with the sixth segment (6/6) of your education. 

• Assemble an appropriate wardrobe
• Begin building a CD selection
• Set your fee schedule (including treatment menu and discount package plans)
• Finalize your business plan
• Compile a list of healthcare providers for cross referrals
• Join at least one networking group and attend meetings
• Get your computer system set up
• Schedule three presentations or demonstrations for after graduation
• Create client forms
• Send letters to practicum clients
• Send packets (letter, brochures, cards, discount coupons, etc.) to referral sources
• Have a job lined '
  up or an office space rented
• Get marketing materials printed: stationery, business cards, brochures, gift certificates, and educational materials (some preprinted materials are available)
• Create a list of furniture, equipment and supplies needed to start up
• Set up a business checking account
• Set up a support system
• Create and upload your Web site
• Send press releases about your practice opening
• Set up a weekly marketing schedule
• Get insurance policies in place
• Apply for business licenses and permits 

Resources and how-to articles for many of these items are available at www.futurelmt.com/. See our back issues and Online Resources for additional help.