Most chiropractors believe associates are the problem. Dr. Noel Lloyd believes the real problem is how owners build them.
After a devastating skiing accident forced him out of active practice, Noel had no choice but to learn the business side of chiropractic. That challenge eventually led him to build 10 successful chiropractic clinics, develop more than 70 associates, and create the Win-Win Associateship model that has helped countless chiropractors scale while working less.
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In this episode, Noel explains why 85% of associateships fail, how owners unintentionally set associates up to lose, and why attracting and developing great chiropractors is a leadership problem—not a hiring problem.
We dive into his proven framework for building motivated associates, creating profitable compensation structures, producing consistent new patients through community outreach, and building systems that allow clinic owners to step away without sacrificing growth.
You'll also hear why fun is an underrated business strategy, how to identify high-performing associates before hiring them, why every chiropractor must become a marketer, and the key metrics every practice owner should track to build a scalable business.
If you're struggling with associates, trying to open additional locations, or simply want a chiropractic business that creates more freedom instead of more stress, this episode is packed with decades of practical experience.
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
00:51 Ski Crash Turning Point
02:50 Forced Out of Practice
05:56 Building Clinics Through Associates
10:09 New Patient Engine
11:58 Hiring The Right Associate
17:08 Win Win Associates Model
19:08 Community Outreach Playbook
22:33 Make Marketing Fun
27:58 Why Associateships Fail
31:38 Growth Breakthroughs Today
35:38 Systems Integrators And Pay
45:12 Track The Right Numbers
47:24 Books Systems And Culture
51:02 Programs And Where To Find
52:33 Ski Crash and Injury
54:32 Surgery Pressure and Doubts
56:54 Rehab and Leaving Practice
05:56 Building Clinics After Setback
09:54 Associate Hiring Formula
01:10:50 Outreach That Drives Patients
24:20 Making Marketing Fun
01:19:40 Why Associates Fail
01:23:20 Growth Limits and Mentorship
01:27:20 Systems Numbers and Leadership
01:33:21 Books Mindset and Possibility
49:45 Final Advice and Plug
CONNECT WITH DR. NOEL LLOYD:
New Patient Academy: https://thenewpatientacademy.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chiropracticcoach
PRO TIP:
Great associates aren't found—they're built. When owners provide clear systems, meaningful incentives, ongoing coaching, and a steady flow of new patients, associates become long-term partners instead of short-term employees.
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