“My Jimdo website is my trusted assistant.”

Learn how massage therapist Christin Altmann uses Jimdo to save time, organize her business, and give her clients her undivided attention.

Christin Altmann is different, and you can sense that from the moment you meet her. When you enter her massage practice, “Alltagspause” (“Break from daily life”) in Hamburg, you don’t just get a treatment. You are welcomed, listened to, and seen.

The 47-year-old Hamburg native greets her clients with a glass of water and, above all, with the gift of time. Time for a detailed consultation. Time to settle in. Time for questions. This valuable preparation time is not deducted from the treatment time, because Christin has a specific idea of what care looks like in her salon or at her clients’ homes. Her decisions are always people-oriented: whether it’s adding on a few minutes free of charge for loyal regular customers or lending a listening ear 

” For me, the most important thing is that my clients leave here happy and radiant after their appointment.”

24/7 customer service with a smart practice website

Christin run her practice in addition to working part-time  being employed at a nursing home. It’s a balancing act that requires structure. This is where her Jimdo website comes in as a trusted assistant silent assistant support in the background.

“Nowadays, a good online presence is essential. On my website, I can not only explain what I offer, but also reassure potential customers and show them that they are welcome here.”

Whether late at night, on the weekend, or spontaneously in between, her website is always accessible and provides all the important information: from available appointments and detailed descriptions of the services she offers to her social media channels and various contact options.

“I really appreciate how flexible my website is. Whether on my phone, tablet, or laptop, I’m completely mobile and can work on it from anywhere in the world. Especially when I’m on vacation, I often have the leisure to write my texts, and with Jimdo, it’s really easy.”

Booking tool instead of email ping-pong: How Christin saves time

“My favorite tool on the Jimdo site is simply my booking page. It allows me to focus on my core business and not have to worry about appointments and inquiries, which I usually did after work.”

Her clients can book appointments around the clock using the booking tool—no questions, emails, or phone calls necessary. The booking tool automatically sends booking and cancellation confirmations and ensures that there are no overbookings. For Christin, this means more time for what matters: the people on her massage table.

New customer acquisition that works

Many of her clients come through word of mouth and personal recommendations. A sign of the quality of her work. To attract new clients, she occasionally uses platforms such as Groupon to raise the profile of her specialized EMMETT fascial therapy. The website then serves as a digital “stopover” that builds trust and makes it easier for people to take the first step before sitting down on the massage table for the first time.

Conclusion: Mindfulness meets automation

Christin Altmann approaches self-employment with sensitivity and a systematic approach. Her treatments are personal, in-depth, and characterized by genuine care. Her website supports her in this endeavor, serving as an all-in-one booking tool, contact platform, and digital assistant.

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Christin’s tips for your self-employment

1. Start your self-employment part-time

“You don’t have to jump in at 100% right away. Sometimes, part-time self-employment is exactly the right way to start.” 

2. You can’t do it without structure

“What helps me is clarity in my business and personal calendar. I schedule fixed time slots for things like accounting. Currently, that’s my Sunday. That way, my head is free for my clients.”

3. Don’t think too big, think pragmatically

“If you’re starting your own business, don’t try to do everything at once. Starting small is key. You can always develop your business further, but you have to get started first.”

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