Rockstar Doctor Life| Chiropractic Life & Practice

From his beginnings as a massage therapist to building his own private practice, a robust YouTube channel, and a teaching platform for other Chiropractors, Dr. Strat Poulson has consistently seemed to follow his calling.   Having built a substantial following on social media and YouTube, he shares why it was an important medium for him to build his practice, but also how it really fits his persona...

Apparently, New Zealanders have it in their core to just "make things happen" and during my conversation with Dr. Matt Sherson at the New Zealand College of Chiropractic, I certainly understood this to be true by the way he has orchestrated his career.   As head of the technique department at the college, he's had the opportunity to guide students for years, but what came up the most during our co...

Most Chiropractors give a lot to their patients, and it's not just the physical hands-on care I'm referring to. There's emotional support, clinical guidance and relationship building that's an ongoing part of every successful practice. My question for marriage and relationship coach Dr. Lee Baucom was - "How does all that outpouring of energy throughout a workday affect our personal relationships?...

Do you ever meet people who just seem to be so grounded and in tune with themselves, that you wonder what their secret is?   Dr. Sabrina Gya speaks with great ease and confidence, shaped by a deep commitment to her faith and consistently checking in with herself about what's truly meant for her. As a clinical Chiropractor for 26 years, she shifted her business model completely because the values s...

Some Docs love the marketing side of their practice, some have been referral driven for years and never had to market, and others cringe a little at the thought of selling their services. I've heard it all as a Business Mentor to hundreds of practitioners, but one thing that's always consistent is the desire to help more people with incredible care. So what's working now with so much AI-generated...

There are some things you learn from books or experiences, but then there is the experience that comes simply from years of living and Dr. Noel Lloyd is a shining example of this. With 40+ years of coaching and clinical wisdom to share, he is still engaged in the chiropractic profession and a living example of leading with heart. In this conversation Dr. Lloyd shares his win-win solution for bring...

When I first met Dr. Katie Barge I thought she was a bit magical. She is this bright, highly intelligent Doctor with a lighthearted approach to seeing children for the gifts they are. If you've ever struggled with connecting with your kids, or wondered if you're doing things right, or even are struggling with some of their behaviour, this conversation will absolutely give you a fresh perspective....

We're so familiar, perhaps a little too much, with making lists of all the things we should, need, or want to do. What if we flip it and make a list of the things we should stop doing and see how that directs our life and business into a little more ease? In this episode I break down why this matters and how it has worked for colleagues and clients, and the simple way you can give it a try in your...

I've always appreciated Dr. Jeff Langmaid's radical candor, and how consistent he's been with evolving his business and taking on new projects with what seems like ease. In this conversation I learn a little more about how he's creating his life by defining success on his own terms, and why the people he's surrounding himself with and the type of work he chooses are at its core. Dr. Langmaid stres...

My interactions with Drs. Dave and Mike have been memorable, so much so that I knew they needed to share thier story, business ideas, and humour in a podcast conversation! From their early childhood experiences with chiropractic care, to struggling with reading, starting an insurance business, and then finally graduating as Chiropractors, you'll be surprised by the number of variations their path...

One of the things I appreciated the most about this conversation with renowned Chiropractor, and Neurophysicist Dr. Heidi Haavik, was how funny and candid she was. As much as we talked about her incredible research and what led her to studying the effects of spinal adjustments on the brain, she was unapologetic about reminding listeners the importance of really tapping into your skills and followi...

Everyone has moments, days, or even months when they feel frustrated, lacking focus, overwhelmed, underwhelmed, anxious, sad, or some emotion that isn't really helping us thrive or help our communities and families the best we can. Welcome to the human experience! If you're finding yourself in the midst of something 'human' just know you're not alone. In the hundreds of interviews I've done you'll...

What's the perspective on practice growth, and the profession as a whole, from the President of a Chiropractic School? Dr. Kelly Holt gives us his insights from observations as President of the New Zealand College Of Chiropractic , as well and the current research initiatives taking place and some of the limitations. Dr. Holt also shares some of the foundational ways students are embracing connect...

What does marketing look like for a modern practice? In this episode Chiropractor, Coach, Business Strategist and host of the Modern Chiropractic Marketing Podcast, Dr. Kevin Christie shares what to focus on, what to delegate, and what to avoid. We discuss the importance of starting with your core vision and establishing a brand that reflects your personality, and how to position yourself as an ex...

Are you current with all the ways you can support your practice's online presence? In this conversation with marketing strategist Darcy Sullivan, we discuss the trends and necessities for getting adequate exposure for your business digitally. Darcy shares key strategies, the most common mistakes she often finds clients are unaware they are making, and how to keep it simple when sharing content onl...

Do you have rituals that set you up for health, vitality and business growth? In this dynamic conversation with Dr. Bobby Ilijasevic we discuss the power of purpose, mentorship, and consistent rituals to drive your personal and professional growth. Dr. Ilijasevic shares his experience with successfully bringing associates into his practice, how he scaled his business with systems and understanding...

Do you embrace Instagram or avoid it? In this conversation with Influencer Dr. Rebecca Hopkins, we learn how she has used the platform to grow a profitable new practice in a new city, and why she still loves instagram for how it adds to her business. Dr. Hopkins shares how, as a busy mother of two she creates fresh content, the mistakes most Chiropractors are making, and how to get started with a...

Want to grow your YouTube channel as a health professional but not sure how to start? In addition to his private clinical practice, Chiropractor Dr. Walter Salubro helps health practitioners turn their YouTube channels into powerful tools for authority, visibility, and patient trust. In our conversation as part of this growth series, we discuss a simplified production flow, how to repurpose video...

What are your cues that you're on the right track with your business? In this dynamic, honest, and heartfelt conversation with Dr. Sebastian Bonnin you'll hear his approach to discerning this question, and how he continues to evaluate what success means to him at various stages of his life.   We also dive into what he would do if he started his career over, and why clarity, certainty and convictio...

Growth as a Chiropractor isn't limited to your business. It's intricately attached to your clinical development, attitude and mindset, personal health, family life, and success strategies and principles - and in this special feature you'll hear it all!  In this episode Dr. Melissa Longo shares what you can expect in this series, what prompted it, and how you can apply some of the ideas to your own...

What are some of the current threats to practising as a licensed Chiropractor? In this special feature episode, Dr. Melissa Longo sits down with Bharon Hoag, Executive Director of One Chiropractic, to hear about the work he is doing with the Chiropractic Defense Council. In our conversation we discuss the types of cases they are representing, from advertising issues and regulatory body misconducts...

What does it mean to lead your own Rockstar Doctor Life? In this special final episode Dr. Melissa Longo posed this question to previous guests and you'll love this compilation of answers they shared. If there is one recurrent theme throughout each an every conversation on this show its that defining the life and practice you dream of resides within you, is as unique as the person dreaming it, and...

Is Your Practice Legally Lit?  In this episode we talk to special guest Vanessa Locicero, a lawyer with ideas on how to help you live your rockstar doctor life by protecting your business and livelihood. We discuss the importance of a having a will, protecting intellectual property, creating contingency plans, basic legal assets and what to prioritize when just starting to work with a lawyer. Cont...

The right questions give better perspectives for what needs to evolve, when was the last time you asked yourself one of these ones?   In this monologue episode Dr. Melissa Longo shares some of the common questions she asks her clients to help them identify where they are stuck with practice growth, creating quality content, simplifying their systems, and even finding more joy in life and business....

Do you have the courage to make a change? In this conversation with Psychotherapist Sarah Covey we hear about her story of boldly making a career change after 15 years as a teacher, and the  three stages she guides her clinical clients through when they feel their own evolution calling them. Sarah also shares the value of embracing being a beginner, how to take imperfect action, and  her top five...