Chris shares what he has learned from seeing both sides of the associate–practice owner relationship, including why some associateships thrive while others fall apart.

We unpack:

• The biggest green flags Chris looks for in an associate
 • How to work out what kind of practice actually suits you
 • Why changing practices often doesn’t solve the real problem
 • The role ownership, coaching and personal development play in early career success
 • What practice owners actually want to see in a new graduate
 • Why being coachable can matter more than being highly skilled
 • The expectations practice owners often get wrong
 • Why every promise should be put in writing
 • How to assess whether you should stay in your current associateship or move on
 • Why the person or practice you like the most isn’t necessarily the best fit
 • A real story of an associate who nearly questioned chiropractic altogether before finding the right environment

Connect with Chris Chuc:
 Instagram: Connect 2 Chiro
 Website: connect2chiro.com.au

Inside this episode:

• The key differences between coaching and mentorship
• How a coach can compress years of mistakes
• Why strong coaching should include accountability and clear outcomes
• How mentors provide wisdom, perspective and clinical guidance
• Why new graduates benefit from having several mentors
• How a principal chiropractor can naturally become a mentor
• The value of learning from chiropractors with decades of experience
• Why mentorship should not be a one-way relationship
• How to approach someone you admire without making it awkward
• Why observing someone in practice can be more useful than asking endless questions
• The risks of constantly changing coaches and systems
• How to stay true to yourself while still accepting guidance

Inside this episode:

• Why chiropractors often take patient rejection personally
• The difference between an objection and genuine rejection
• How to tell whether a patient outcome is outside your control or a sign that your communication needs work
• Why scripts can help new graduates communicate with more clarity and confidence
• How to review your new-patient and report-of-findings process
• Why not every person will be ready to commit to care
• How to stop making assumptions about a patient’s finances or priorities
• What patient drop-off can teach you about your systems and communication
• The early warning signs that a long-term patient may be disengaging
• Why re-exams and progress checks can strengthen patient connection
• How to learn from rejection without constantly blaming yourself

Inside this episode:

• Why professionals focus on mastery instead of constantly chasing novelty
• How preparation, punctuality and personal standards affect patient care
• The importance of being congruent with the advice you give
• Why professionals choose delayed gratification over quick results
• How amateurs and professionals respond differently when something fails
• Why accountability is more powerful than blaming the economy, weather or competition
• The importance of coaching, feedback and asking for help
• Why professionals seek criticism instead of approval
• How to invest in your development before you feel completely ready
• Why other chiropractors should be viewed as colleagues rather than competition
• The role of health, presentation, energy and discipline in clinical practice
• Why a professional never feels as though they have completely arrived

Inside this episode:

• A realistic starting income for an Australian new graduate
• The difference between being employed and working as a contractor
• Why your degree alone does not guarantee a particular income
• How communication, adjusting and patient-retention skills affect earnings
• What a new graduate can offer an established practice
• Why coachability and enthusiasm may be more valuable than confidence
• The hidden cost of training and mentoring a new chiropractor
• Why your first-year income does not define your career
• How to recognise when your approach or environment needs to change

In this episode of Inside Chiropractic, Dr. Marcello and Dr. Liz explore one of the biggest questions in the profession: what is chiropractic?

They discuss subluxation, nervous system interference, the purpose of the adjustment, and why chiropractic is more than simply cracking joints or treating pain.

This episode is for chiropractic students, new graduates, and chiropractors who want more clarity, confidence, and certainty in what they do.

In this episode of Inside Chiropractic, we talk about what it actually means to live the chiropractic lifestyle.

From getting checked and adjusted regularly, to managing stress, sleep, nutrition, breath, environment, and the things you put into your nervous system, this conversation is all about congruency.

If we recommend a chiropractic lifestyle to practice members, we need to be willing to live it ourselves.

In this episode of Inside Chiropractic, we talk about why chiropractors need strong chiropractic friendships, mentors, peers, and community around them.

From new graduates to experienced practice owners, chiropractic can feel lonely if you’re trying to do it all on your own. We discuss how to find your people, why seminars and coaching groups matter, and why other chiropractors don’t need to be seen as competition.

If you want to stay inspired, supported, and connected in practice, this episode is for you.

Should you get a second job while building your chiropractic career?

In this episode of Inside Chiropractic, the team tackles a common dilemma faced by new grads and early-career chiropractors—what to do when income is low and patient numbers aren’t where you want them to be.

You’ll hear both sides of the debate, including:

• Why getting a second job can dilute your focus and slow your growth
• Situations where a second job might be necessary (and how to approach it)
• The importance of full commitment to building your chiropractic practice
• How energy, desperation, and mindset impact patient retention
• Why most growth problems are actually skill and system problems
• Alternative ways to use your time that will grow your practice faster
• How to think about income, purpose, and long-term vision

This episode isn’t just about money—it’s about clarity, commitment, and building momentum in your career.

If you’re feeling stuck, not busy enough, or considering a second job, this conversation will challenge your thinking and give you a clearer path forward.

How do you actually get better at adjusting?

In this episode of Inside Chiropractic, the team breaks down the most effective ways to improve your adjusting skills—especially as a student or new graduate.

Moving beyond theory, this conversation focuses on real-world application and what actually makes a difference over time.

Inside this episode:

• Why volume and repetition are essential early on
• The importance of intention, presence, and visualization
• How to improve speed, precision, and biomechanics
• Why an adjustment doesn’t need to “crack” to be effective
• The role of strength, fitness, and ergonomics in longevity
• Simple ways to train outside of practice (that cost nothing)
• How to use video, feedback, and observation to improve faster

You’ll also hear practical tips you can implement immediately—without needing expensive seminars or courses.

If you want to feel more confident with your hands and develop real skill as an adjuster, this episode gives you a clear starting point.