ChiroFEAST: THE Podcast for Chiropractors and Entrepreneurs – Details, episodes & analysis

If your chiropractic practice is making money but still depends on you for everything, this episode is for you.

In this episode of ChiroFEAST, Dr. Jeff Danielson talks with strategic operations consultant Tavona Denise about how clinic owners can move from overwhelmed clinician to true CEO.

Many chiropractors open their own practice because they want freedom, flexibility, and the ability to make a bigger impact. But without the right structure, the business can quickly become dependent on the owner’s energy, presence, and daily involvement.

This conversation explores the difference between being self-employed and owning a true business asset. Dr. Jeff and Tavona discuss team culture, core values, systems, cross-training, leadership, numbers, and what happens when the owner steps away.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why success and freedom are not always the same thing
• How to identify where your practice depends too heavily on you
• The “identity trap” many clinicians face when becoming business owners
• Why core values must be owned by the whole team
• How to use the 30-day test to find weak points in your practice
• Why numbers reveal what to fix first
• How to build a practice that grows without burning you out

If you want to create a stronger, more predictable chiropractic business, this episode will help you think differently about leadership, systems, and long-term practice growth.

COACHING WITH DR. JEFF DANIELSON

Ready to build a practice that grows with more clarity, purpose, and structure?

Learn more about Big Fish Enterprises coaching:
https://www.mybigfishenterprises.com/

Explore Team Doc:
https://www.mybigfishenterprises.com/teamdoc

CONNECT WITH TAVONA DENISE

Tavona Denise is a strategic operations consultant who helps healthcare practice owners build businesses that are profitable, scalable, and less dependent on the owner.

If this episode resonated with you, be sure to connect with Tavona and download her Private Practice Vitality Report.

🌐 Website:
https://www.tavonadenise.com/

📊 Private Practice Vitality Report:
https://www.beyondpatientcare.com/

Stay Hungry. Pay It Forward.

Doctor knowledge, philosophy, charming disposition, and education are not enough.

There still needs to be action.

In this episode of ChiroFEAST, Dr. Jeff Danielson sits down with Dr. Corey Malnikof, owner of 24 chiropractic clinics, to discuss the pitfalls of entitlement, the power of personal responsibility, and the lessons that helped transform a struggling startup practice into a multi-clinic organization.

Dr. Corey shares the story behind the "$4 Sandwich" moment that forced him to rethink everything he believed about success and growth.

Together, they discuss leadership, mentorship, patient retention, practice systems, KPIs, staff development, AI, coaching, and what it truly takes to build a successful chiropractic business.

Whether you're a student, associate, clinic owner, or multi-clinic operator, this episode is packed with practical lessons you can immediately apply.

In This Episode:
• The $4 Sandwich story that changed everything
• Why entitlement kills practice growth
• The importance of action and personal responsibility
• Building systems that scale
• The role of mentorship and coaching
• Why retention matters more than most chiropractors realize
• Understanding KPIs and practice performance
• How small improvements create massive results
• Leadership lessons from managing 24 clinics

Coaching with Dr. Jeff Danielson

If you're ready to build a stronger practice, stronger team, and stronger future, learn more about Big Fish Enterprises coaching:

https://www.mybigfishenterprises.com/

Explore Team Doc:

https://www.mybigfishenterprises.com/teamdoc

Stay Hungry. Pay It Forward.

Interview with the son-in-law of juggernaut Jim Sigafoose.  He shares mindset gold in how he manages people, patients, and a chiropractic lifestyle that allows for GIANT success and tremendous fulfillment. 

In Part 2 of Dr. Jeff's discussion with NY Times bestselling author, Michael E. Gerber, the two break down what traits make a successful entrepreneur. Tune in to discover how these traits can lead to success, but also sometimes work against you in your journey.

To learn more about Michael E. Gerber, his books, and more,  visit michaelegerbercompanies.com!

To learn more about Dr. Jeff, his Pay it Forward mission,  and coaching, visit www.mybigfishenterprises.com or email mybigfishinfo@gmail.com. For more nuggets of entrepreneurialism and motivation, follow us on Instagram @bigfish.enterprises and Facebook @BigFishEnterprises!

Dr. Jeff interviews Michael E. Gerber, author of the NY Times mega-bestseller, "The E-Myth Revisited." Tune into Part 1 of their discussion to hear why 95% of all businesses fail before their 10th anniversary!

To learn more about Michael E. Gerber, his books, and more,  visit michaelegerbercompanies.com!

To learn more about Dr. Jeff, his Pay it Forward mission,  and coaching, visit www.mybigfishenterprises.com or email mybigfishinfo@gmail.com. For more nuggets of entrepreneurialism and motivation, follow us on Instagram @bigfish.enterprises and Facebook @BigFishEnterprises!

We've all heard it said a million times. But is it true? This episode is all about who you should be putting first and WHY. Tune in to see how you can actually do this.

To learn more about Dr. Jeff, his Pay it Forward mission,  and coaching, visit www.mybigfishenterprises.com or email mybigfishinfo@gmail.com. For more nuggets of entrepreneurialism and motivation, follow us on Instagram @bigfish.enterprises and Facebook @BigFishEnterprises!

We're throwing it back to one of our most listened to episodes in ChiroFEAST history, Dr. Jeff's interview with Dr. Charlene Lindberg, PVA Queen. With a reigning Patient Visit Average of 279, Dr. Char breaks down what has allowed for her practice to be so successful and why her patients stay on care through the test of time. ALL of us can learn something from this amazing time with Dr. Char.

To learn more about Dr. Jeff, his Pay it Forward mission,  and coaching, visit www.mybigfishenterprises.com or email mybigfishinfo@gmail.com. For more nuggets of entrepreneurialism and motivation, follow us on Instagram @bigfish.enterprises and Facebook @BigFishEnterprises!

Dr Jeff's admission of guilt that he doesn't want you to repeat! Today we focus on the importance of being REAL.

To learn more about Dr. Jeff, his Pay it Forward mission,  and coaching, visit www.mybigfishenterprises.com or email mybigfishinfo@gmail.com. For more nuggets of entrepreneurialism and motivation, follow us on Instagram @bigfish.enterprises and Facebook @BigFishEnterprises!

A beautiful back and forth with Dr. Jeff Danielson and Dr. Dane Donohue.  Stress is inevitable on this planet but don't give up on combating it with some tactics so nicely presented in this episode.

To learn more about Dr. Dane Donohue and 8 Weeks to Wellness,  visit www.8ww.com!

To learn more about Dr. Jeff, his Pay it Forward mission,  and coaching, visit www.mybigfishenterprises.com or email mybigfishinfo@gmail.com. For more nuggets of entrepreneurialism and motivation, follow us on Instagram @bigfish.enterprises and Facebook @BigFishEnterprises!

A candid interview with entrepreneur and Super Chiropractor; Dr. Dane Donohue.  Learn a few options for how to practice that can bring a tremendous satisfaction to your career and dollars to your bottom line!

To learn more about Dr. Dane Donohue and 8 Weeks to Wellness,  visit www.8ww.com!

To learn more about Dr. Jeff, his Pay it Forward mission,  and coaching, visit www.mybigfishenterprises.com or email mybigfishinfo@gmail.com. For more nuggets of entrepreneurialism and motivation, follow us on Instagram @bigfish.enterprises and Facebook @BigFishEnterprises!