37. What They Don’t Teach You in School: Dr. Steph’s Real Talk on Starting, Struggling, and Succeeding

Today, Dr. Tony Ebel is joined by Dr. Steph Masek to discuss her journey from a chiropractic student to a thriving family practice owner and leader. Dr. Steph shares personal anecdotes about overcoming health struggles, embracing faith for resilience, and the importance of community in personal and professional growth. They dive into the initial challenges faced when joining a high-impact chiropractic team, particularly around overcoming self-doubt and the importance of mentorship. 

The conversation highlights the paradigm of transforming another's pain into purposeful leadership. Dr. Steph emphasizes that her mission revolves around serving people through an intense urge to solve health problems, mentoring and leading new chiropractors, and continually expanding the impact of chiropractic care for families. She shares insights on maintaining a flexible, growth-oriented mindset and the significance of investing in team-driven practice environments. 

The episode is an inspiring deep dive into chiropractic's transformative power and the mental fortitude required for sustained success in the field.

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Links & Resources

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Attend a Neuro-Tonal Training & Adjusting Seminar (CE's & Certificate Included!)

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Key Moments: 

00:00 Introduction to The Family Practice Podcast

01:08 Meet Dr. Steph Massek

05:16 The Ideal Chiropractic Journey

07:15 Dr. Steph's Personal Health Struggles

15:03 Discovering Chiropractic and Life University

25:36 Joining PWC and Overcoming Challenges

33:21 Mentorship Reflections

34:57 Building Confidence Through Communication

37:15 Starting a Practice: Challenges and Surprises

39:53 Handling Burnout and Hiring Help

46:16 Building a Strong Team Culture

56:08 Future Goals and Impact

01:01:05 Conclusion and Contact Information

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