SETTING THE STANDARD FOR WORKPLACE WELLNESS
If employee satisfaction drives performance , retention and
profitability , then spas continue to set the gold standard for great places to work . l
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3 out of every 4 respondents reported enjoying their roles in the spa industry . And 5 in 6 stayed in their positions from the previous year .
COMMITTING TO GROWTH AND SELF-CARE
ISPA members exemplify dedication to personal and professional development , blending self-care with a passion for staying on the cutting edge of industry trends . l
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5 out of every 6 respondents reported they practiced gratitude throughout the year . Roughly 4 in 5 attended a multi-day spa industry
5 out of every 6 respondents reported they practiced gratitude ... conference or event , highlighting their commitment to continuous learning .
EMBRACING FLEXIBILITY AND BALANCE
Spa leaders have a heightened managerial awareness of work-life balance and attention to increasing benefits and flexible schedules . l
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2 out of every 3 respondents took on additional workrelated responsibilities in 2024 , reflecting their ambition and dedication . About 4 out of 7 received a pay raise , underscoring the industry ’ s focus on rewarding growth and contribution .
MEMBER FAVORITES
From books and television shows to hobbies and new spa products , ISPA members know what they love and aren ’ t shy about sharing their opinions . Here ’ s a glimpse at what captured their attentionin 2024 :
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Reading Golf Exercise Cycling Hiking Cooking
For more favorites and a deeper dive into the Year in Review Snapshot Survey , visit the Resources tab on experienceispa . com .
As we look ahead to 2025 , ISPA members remain enthusiastic about what ’ s next — from new industry developments to personal achievements . Here ’ s to another year of growth , connection , and transformation in the spa community ! n
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Yellowstone The Diplomat
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Instagram ( chosen by 79 percent of respondents ) l Facebook ( 66 percent ) l LinkedIn ( 50 percent )
The results analysis of this survey includes answers from 289 spa industry professionals who completed the November Snapshot Survey from November 15-25 , 2024 .
BARBARA STIREWALT
For each periodic Snapshot Survey , respondents are entered into a random prize drawing . Giveaway winners for the November Snapshot Survey were ISPA members Barbara Stirewalt and Cindy Alger .
CINDY ALGER
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