Many chiropractors struggle early in their careers, but Dr. Marc Surprenant learned the hard way what it takes to build a thriving practice. In this episode, he shares the biggest mistakes that nearly derailed him, the turning point that changed everything, and the key systems every chiropractor needs to succeed. If you want to avoid years of frustration and fast-track your growth, don’t miss this conversation.
Topics Discussed
- The struggles Dr. Marc faced early in his chiropractic career and how he turned things around
- The biggest mistakes chiropractors make when trying to grow their practice
- Why having a coach or mentor can make or break your success
- The importance of certainty and clear systems in patient retention
- How to take patients from a pain-based mindset to long-term wellness care
- The role of passion in staying committed to chiropractic despite challenges
- Why many chiropractors lose focus and how to stay connected to the principle of chiropractic
- The biggest process gaps holding chiropractors back and how to fix them
- How to build a practice that runs smoothly without burning out
- The need for unity in the chiropractic profession and a bigger vision for the future
Resources Mentioned
About Dr. Marc Surprenant
Struggling after graduation, I found myself bartending three nights a week just to cover rent while feeling lost on how to run a chiropractic practice effectively and deliver exceptional patient care. The first 5-10 years were tough, but I was fortunate to have coaches, mentors, and fellow chiropractors guiding me, which eventually helped me shape the practice of my dreams.
Over the past 20 years, I’ve been dedicated to helping chiropractors and students fall in love with the principles and practice of chiropractic. To give back and share what I’ve learned, I’m going old school with a monthly email series packed with tips on practice management, growth, process, and philosophy.