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18. How to Hire an Associate

18. How to Hire an Associate

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Hiring an associate can either be one of the best growth decisions you make—or a costly mistake. In this episode, Dr. Vince Leone and Dr. Kyle Pankonin break down the when, why, and how behind bringing on an associate. From practice structure and revenue benchmarks to onboarding, expectations, and red flags, this episode gives you the playbook for hiring smart.

What You’ll Learn:

  • When your practice is truly ready for an associate (hint: it's not just about being "busy")
  • The ideal team structure to have in place before hiring
  • Key metrics to evaluate (volume, collections, conversion rates)
  • Red flags to avoid when interviewing candidates
  • How to structure compensation to protect your margins and incentivize performance
  • Why most associate hires fail—and how to set yours up for long-term success

Perfect For:

  • Chiropractors nearing capacity and feeling overworked
  • Owners looking to scale operations and free up clinical hours
  • Practices that have hired in the past but struggled with retention or results

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