This episode of Chiropractical goes beyond practice management to explore a challenge that affects the future of the profession: too many chiropractors are trying to succeed alone.

Recorded live at the NCMIC booth during FCA The National in Orlando, host Jon Kec sits down with Dr. Glenn Jaffe and Illinois Chiropractic Society Executive Director Marc Abla for a conversation about the power of mentorship, community, and professional engagement. They discuss why growth accelerates when chiropractors connect with experienced leaders, participate in associations, and actively contribute to the advancement of the profession.

Drawing from his own career journey, Dr. Jaffe shares lessons learned from missed opportunities early on and explains how coaches, mentors, and trusted advisors can help doctors avoid costly mistakes and reach their goals faster.

Marc Abla offers an insider's perspective on the critical work associations do behind the scenes, from legislative advocacy and regulatory protection to strengthening chiropractic's voice in healthcare and public policy.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why practicing in isolation can limit professional and practice growth
• The hidden value professional associations provide every day
• Why many doctors get stuck working in their business instead of on it
• How networking and relationship-building create new opportunities
• Strategies for overcoming fear of failure and stepping into leadership
• How a more unified profession can strengthen reimbursement, advocacy, and cultural relevance

Whether you're a new graduate or a seasoned practitioner, this conversation offers a powerful reminder that chiropractic's future is strongest when doctors show up, get involved, and grow together.

01:55 - Why Mentorship Matters

05:58 - Why Chiropractors Isolate

11:26 - Misconceptions About Associations

19:55 - Closing Office Anxiety

22:59 - Hallway Learning Wins

25:32 - Networking for Introverts

33:14 - Show Up and Engage

This episode of Chiropractical was recorded live August 13, 2026 at FCA The National in Orlando, FL.

Watch the video version of this episode on the NCMIC YouTube Channel. 

If you have questions for Chiropractical, reach out at ASKNCMIC@NCMIC.com

Helpful Links:

Connect with Dr. Jaffe on LinkedIn.

Connect with the Illinois Chiropractic Society.

About Dr. Glenn Jaffe

Dr. Glenn Jaffe has spent 24 years as both a practicing chiropractor and a leader within the profession. He owns Jaffe Chiropractic in Charlotte, North Carolina, and is a past president and current Legislative Chair of the North Carolina Chiropractic Association. Nationally, he serves as District 3 Director for ChiroCongress, Chair of BAC-PAC, chiropractic’s federal political action committee, and a member of the Leadership Committee for the Chiropractic Future Strategic Plan. His work spans clinical practice, advocacy, organizational strategy, and the development of better systems for the profession. He also writes and speaks about the cultural, political, and professional forces shaping chiropractic’s place in healthcare through his publication, Chiropractic, Culture and the Climb.  

About Marc Abla

Marc Abla, CAE is Chief Executive Officer of the Illinois Chiropractic Society (ICS), where he has served the chiropractic profession for more than two decades. A Certified Association Executive, Marc is a frequent speaker on leadership, strategic planning, healthcare compliance, artificial intelligence, reimbursement, and legal and regulatory issues affecting healthcare organizations. He also facilitates strategic planning initiatives for professional organizations and serves nationally as Executive Director at Large for the ChiroCongress Board of Directors and Chair of the Reimbursement Workgroup for the Chiropractic Future Strategic Plan.