Pros
Best way for massage school graduates to gain client experience and learn from other therapists. Clinic supplies everything needed for sessions. Most franchises offer health insurance. Some franchises offer dental, paid liability insurance, Aflac, training and contribute to continuing education costs. California clinics now require 24hrs sick time each year. Some clinics will pay minimum wage for down time, but most will pay for massage session time only.
Cons
Each franchise is different - for better and worse. Depending on owner's background and experience and clinic management, some clinics have minor workplace issues. Employees on average are in their 20's - pettiness and work drama is an ongoing problem. The top con about working for Massage Envy is the pay rate. Entry pay is minimum wage and raises are cents. Sometimes tips earned are higher than your hourly pay. It takes time to build up repeat clients and stay completely booked. Expect to be sporadically booked for a few months. You realize you are under paid when your monthly paycheck can't cover rent for a studio apartment.