Small Business Profile: Janine Willey with TerraMar

Small Business Profile:  Janine Willey 

TerraMar LLC opened in January 2019 and they are a drug-free wellness center focused on preventative and restorative health solutions. Whether you need relaxation, reduced muscle tension or relief from chronic pain, they offer therapies to enhance your overall sense of emotional and physical well-being.

They specialize in neuromuscular massage, which is a form of massage therapy that targets aches and pains from over-exertion, stress, and injury. They also have one of the only certified Ashiatsu (barefoot massage) practitioners in Northwest Georgia.

They have the only float pod (sensory deprivation tank) west of Atlanta. Our state of the art chamber combines 200 gallons of water with 900 pounds of Epsom salt and is kept at a temperature of 94.5 degrees. Floatation therapy can bring about a deep state of relaxation, as well as aid in pain relief.

They have a mild hyperbaric chamber, one of the few accessible to the general public, where clients can receive oxygen therapy. They have begun partnering with doctors in the area to help us document and advance the healing effects of oxygen therapy.

They offer Reflexology, Medicupping a full-spectrum Sauna, and an Inframat relaxation room. They also offer group Pilates classes 3 days per week.

They market mostly via social media (Facebook and Instagram and email) but have also done radio ads with Graddick Communications. 

How did you get your idea or concept for your business:
We wanted to address the need for healthy solutions to help our clients manage pain and stress.

What are the non-work habits that help you with your work-life balance?  
I have always been an artist and creating art is my way to decompress.

You have the chance to ask your business idol one question.  Who is that business idol and what would that question be and why?
Oprah.  I guess I would ask her about how she stayed motivated to overcome financial adversity.

What was your biggest "A-ha" moment?  
If you build it.. you might have to work really hard to get them to come.

What is non-negotiable for you?  Failure

What do you look for in an employee? 
Clear communication, honesty, and hard work

What is one way that operating a business today is the same as 10 years ago and one way it is different?
Money in has to be greater than money out.
The internet and social media marketing allow you to talk directly and instantly to your clients.

How did you get the background and skills necessary to run your business?
I jumped right in with both feet so I am still learning.