Path To Victory

Dr. Alejandro Elias
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Welcome to Path to Victory, a podcast dedicated to helping chiropractors and aspiring chiropractors achieve success. Hosted by Dr. Alejandro and Dr. Emily, our podcast serves as your guide to building a thriving chiropractic business. Each episode explores successful strategies and common pitfalls in the field. Our mission is to empower you to help more people while earning the financial rewards you deserve. Tune in to learn about effective marketing, patient retention, business management, and personal growth, and discover the secrets to a successful and fulfilling chiropractic career.

  1. 1D AGO

    Why Having Less Time Makes You More Dangerous

    Let’s talk about why having less time can actually make us sharper, more decisive, and way more effective. Why do deadlines suddenly unlock a level of intensity we didn’t know we had? And why does “busy” so often fool us into thinking we’re making progress when we’re not? Today I walk through a mental shift that completely reframes how work gets done, especially for entrepreneurs and high performers. Along the way, I share a wild story involving a billionaire, impossible timelines, and an extreme example of urgency in action. If you’ve ever said, “I’ll do it when I have more time,” this episode challenges that belief head-on. What if the problem isn’t a lack of time, but too much of it? What you’ll learn about in this episode: How Parkinson’s Law reframes productivity and explains expanded workloads.Why unlimited time encourages procrastination, distraction, and inefficiency.The difference between being busy and creating meaningful return on investment.How long to-do lists can mislead entrepreneurs about real progress.The relationship between shorter deadlines and heightened focus.The role of decisive action in accelerating results.How personal life constraints actually can improve professional productivity.The impact of parenting on intentional time compartmentalization.Why self-imposed deadlines outperform open-ended projects.The importance of intentional constraints for faster decision-making.The idea that productivity improves when available work hours are reduced.How you can audit your schedule and challenge yourself to eliminate hidden wastes of time.  Our website: https://pathtovictorychiro.com  Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoryspinalcare

    11 min

  2. FEB 3

    How to Get From $20k to Over $40k

    Dr. Alex Ibarra of Victory Spinal Care Waco is with me again this week, asking the exact questions he’s grappling with inside his clinic. I break them down the same way I would in a closed-door meeting. We start with a huge win (doubling revenue in a single month!) and then dig into the real question: how can you do it again without burning out or getting distracted by busywork? This conversation goes deep into what actually moves the needle when growth stalls. I walk through the shifts that matter when a practice outgrows its current systems, from hiring decisions to closing percentages to protecting momentum when life happens. We also get real about leadership...especially the uncomfortable moments of seeing problems before your partner or team does. What you’ll learn about in this episode: How increased energy and leadership presence impact staff and patient behavior.Why systems that create early growth fail at higher revenue levels.What closing percentages can reveal about hidden growth opportunities inside a clinic.The importance of tracking patient conversion across multi-day onboarding processes.How maintenance care retention stabilizes revenue without additional marketing spend.Why capacity limitations are often perceived problems rather than real constraints.The strategic reasoning behind hiring a second staff member before feeling overwhelmed.How focused staff roles directly improve financial presentations and closing rates.The connection between owner mindset, momentum, and seasonal disruptions.The value of reactivating past patients instead of relying solely on new leads.The use of structured meetings to surface and solve problems early.How constant hiring creates leverage to attract high-performing team members.The thing to keep in mind when staff members are also patients.  Our website: https://pathtovictorychiro.com  Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoryspinalcare

    16 min

  3. JAN 27

    Opening From Scratch

    This week I sit down with Dr. Alex Ibarra, owner of Victory Spinal Care in Waco, Texas. We talk about what it really looks like to start from nothing: moving from Puerto Rico, barely speaking English, working retail jobs, and still holding onto a vision that refuses to quit. How does someone keep belief alive when everything feels stacked against them? We dig into the decision to choose to open in Waco, the fear that showed up for Dr. Alex right before graduation, and the moments when confidence wavers. What happens when preparation meets opportunity...but systems aren’t ready yet? Momentum, consistency, mentorship, and personal discipline all come into play in this conversation. Does growth feel uncertain right now? This episode challenges what might actually be holding things back, and shows what’s possible when momentum finally clicks. What you’ll learn about in this episode: How early retail and warehouse jobs shaped resilience and long-term motivation for Dr. Alex.What inspired his initial decision to pursue a chiropractic career path.The process Dr. Alex chose to enter chiropractic school strategically.Why Waco emerged as a surprising and meaningful location choice.What door-to-door conversations revealed about trust and relationship building.How an early surge of new patients exposed conversion weaknesses.Why continued outreach remains essential after initial success.The challenge of authority-building as a recent graduate practice owner.How people-pleasing habits can interfere with patient commitment and outcomes.The mindset shift sparked by structured mentorship and accountability.Why consistency becomes critical during slower, discouraging months.The role of criticism in breaking ego-driven limitations.How daily routines and fitness habits reinforce leadership and visibility.  Our website: https://pathtovictorychiro.com  Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoryspinalcare

    10 min

  4. JAN 20

    Rewiring Your Money Mindset

    I’m sharing the parts of my life story that shaped how I think about work, money, and resilience in this episode. I walk through three defining moments from my upbringing that quietly wired my mindset long before I realized it. How does growing up “okay” still create stress that follows you into adulthood? And what lessons stick when responsibility shows up far too early? I talk about chasing big dreams without the resources others had, working exhausting jobs as a teenager, and feeling the emotional weight of helping keep the lights on. These experiences didn’t break me, but they did shape how I viewed money, effort, and worth for years. This episode is really about rewiring those patterns. You’ll find out what it takes to finally let go of a scarcity mindset and build something better for yourself and for the next generation. What you’ll learn about in this episode: What divorce introduced regarding responsibility, independence, and emotional maturity.Why my lack of access to elite training taught me about discipline through self-driven practice.How repeated exposure to wealth gaps influenced my early beliefs about success.The daily self-training habits I used to build grit, consistency, and internal motivation.How witnessing my parents’ bill prioritization shaped my long-term money anxiety.What physically demanding work taught me about effort, endurance, and delayed reward.Why losing control of my earned income triggered conflicting emotions of shame and responsibility.What providing financial support to my family as a 16-year-old imposed on me psychologically.How repeated scarcity became my internalized money beliefs.Why I required intentional rewiring around income, worth, and abundance as an adult.How college financial stress reinforced a paycheck-to-paycheck life as being normal.The long-term motivation that emerged from wanting different outcomes for my children.  Our website: https://pathtovictorychiro.com  Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoryspinalcare

    9 min

  5. JAN 13

    Your Biggest Life Hack

    I’m feeling especially fired up in this conversation because it dives into something that sounds simple, yet changes everything: supporting your spouse. I share why I believe the way we speak about our partner (especially in public) can either elevate the entire relationship or quietly sabotage it. Why do so many driven people complain their spouse isn’t “on board”? And what if that disconnect is actually costing more than just emotional energy? I talk through what it really means to act like a team, not just in marriage, but in business, parenting, and leadership. I also unpack the idea of presenting a united front, even when disagreements exist behind the scenes. It’s time to rethink communication, loyalty, and partnership. Your spouse might be your biggest advantage. What opportunities might open up if you truly supported each other 100%? What you’ll learn about in this episode: Why motivation gaps between partners frequently appear in high-achieving, goal-oriented couples.The impact of shared mental and emotional energy within marriage and business partnerships.Why speaking negatively about a spouse publicly damages trust and long-term alignment.What constant focus on flaws does to perception, respect, and relational momentum.The importance of intentionally identifying and acknowledging positive contributions from a partner.How enthusiastic support of big goals strengthens families, businesses, and shared futures.How parental unity can shape security, clarity, and leadership within your household.Why disagreements should be addressed privately rather than publicly displayed.The long-term risks of oversharing intimate relationship struggles with outsiders.How full spousal support unlocks hidden opportunities, resources, and growth potential.  Our website: https://pathtovictorychiro.com  Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoryspinalcare

    8 min

  6. 12/30/2025

    2025 Recap

    We’re closing out the year by looking back at what actually moved the needle in 2025...and what didn’t. This conversation is part reflection, part reality check, and part anticipation for what’s ahead. We talk through the moments that challenged us, the opportunities that surprised us, and the decisions that forced us to grow faster than expected. What happens when big opportunities arrive at inconvenient times? What about when growth exposes gaps you didn’t know existed? We walk through travel, events, expansions, and personal milestones that shaped our year in unexpected ways. Along the way, we share what it felt like to be called up instead of called out, how being in the right rooms changed our perspective, and why in-person energy still matters. What you’ll learn about in this episode: Why a major fitness competition setback became a defining highlight.The intentional decision to slow down briefly before re-accelerating momentum.How constructive accountability reframed feedback as growth rather than criticism.The emphasis on frameworks, mindset, and scalable partnership structures we had.The unexpected value of proximity and networking in everyday experiences.What it meant to host a large in-person team training event.The opening of a new location and lessons learned from grassroots community outreach.What rapid life changes revealed about planning, delegation, and systems.The acquisition of another clinic and how it exposed onboarding and replication gaps.Why refining processes became essential for sustainable expansion.The importance of reliable partners for execution and integration.How behind-the-scenes work created broader impact than hands-on service alone. Our website: https://pathtovictorychiro.com  Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoryspinalcare

    14 min

  7. 12/23/2025

    Step Back & Observe

    This week, I’m talking about what real growth looks like when a practice outgrows its space, and how the next move feels both exciting and terrifying. We’re preparing to move, so I’ll take you through what it’s like expanding into a new building, the hidden costs that come with change, and why progress often shows up disguised as stress first. I also revisit the early days: delayed openings, unexpected obstacles, and the relentless hustle required before a single patient ever walks through the door. Sometimes you have to pause, reflect, and ask: where did this all start, and where could it go next? What you’ll learn about in this episode: What inspired the decision to expand into a significantly larger clinic building.How major clinic moves commonly create short-term drops in patient volume.Why operational changes can disrupt established systems and daily workflows.How repeated staff training becomes essential during periods of rapid transition.Scheduling strategies that reduce patient disruption during a condensed moving timeline.How early licensing and regulatory obstacles delayed our initial clinic opening plans.The emotional realization of success occurring before patient care officially begins.Why acknowledging progress strengthens resilience during demanding growth phases.The long-term vision that extends beyond daily adjustments and clinical routines.How hiring challenges increase as clinic scale and operational complexity grow.What behind-the-scenes systems support sustainable multi-location expansion plans.How year-end reflection can help out clearer goal setting for the coming year.  Our website: https://pathtovictorychiro.com  Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoryspinalcare

    8 min

  8. 12/16/2025

    My Clinic That Closed

    Hearing stories of clinics that DON’T make it are usually not shared openly, but that’s exactly what I’m doing today because this experience matters just as much as any success. I share what it feels like to step into a struggling practice with big expectations, no cash investment, and the promise of equity, only to realize how many moving parts must actually align. I talk about leaving family behind, walking into broken systems, and discovering resistance where collaboration should exist. What happens when staff push back on growth? Why does effort sometimes fail to stick after momentum builds? I reflect on leadership, ownership, and what really motivates people when things get hard. If growth, scaling, or avoiding costly mistakes matter, this conversation reveals what to look for before committing. What you’ll learn about in this episode: Why discussing failure provides more usable feedback than celebrating wins alone.What sweat equity partnerships look like without upfront cash investment.My initial assessment of inefficient systems limiting patient volume and revenue.Why staff feedback without ownership perspective fails to solve operational problems.How rebuilding operations required direct patient care and closing treatment plans.The marketing push using direct mail and free initial visits to drive calls.What poor phone conversion revealed about training gaps and staff resistance.The conflict with ownership over ignored feedback and inconsistent system execution.Why salaried doctors without equity lacked motivation for external growth efforts.The realization that partnerships require shared risk and aligned incentives.What satellite clinics create in terms of divided attention and diluted systems.The lesson that proven systems must be contractually agreed upon upfront.  Our website: https://pathtovictorychiro.com  Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoryspinalcare

    9 min
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Welcome to Path to Victory, a podcast dedicated to helping chiropractors and aspiring chiropractors achieve success. Hosted by Dr. Alejandro and Dr. Emily, our podcast serves as your guide to building a thriving chiropractic business. Each episode explores successful strategies and common pitfalls in the field. Our mission is to empower you to help more people while earning the financial rewards you deserve. Tune in to learn about effective marketing, patient retention, business management, and personal growth, and discover the secrets to a successful and fulfilling chiropractic career.

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  • Creator
    Dr. Alejandro Elias
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    133
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Path To Victory

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