Heartwork Podcast

By: Dr. Sara Nelson-Gray & Dr. Marisa Baumann
  • Summary

  • What if the key to a fulfilling life isn't about doing more, but about being more?

    Welcome to the Heartwork Podcast, where Dr. Sara Nelson-Gray and Dr. Marisa Baumann invite you on a journey of self-discovery and authentic living. Through raw conversations and real-life stories, two chiropractors and business owners discuss how embracing vulnerability and leading with heart can transform every aspect of your life and business. From personal growth to professional success, each episode offers practical insights to help you live with purpose and create meaningful impact. Join us weekly as we navigate the beautiful mess of being human and learn to thrive from the inside out!

    2024
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Episodes
  • Ep. 29: The Art of Associate Onboarding: Creating Confident Doctors Who Embody Your Vision (Part 2) ✨
    Apr 15 2025

    What happens in those critical first 90 days when you bring a new doctor into your practice? In Part 2 of our associate series, Dr. Sara and Dr. Marisa unpack the intentional onboarding process that transforms a new hire into a confident practitioner who truly embodies your practice's vision and values.

    From day one celebrations to strategic shadowing periods, this episode reveals the exact framework that successful practice owners use to ensure both their patients and new associates feel supported, connected, and empowered. Whether you're hiring your first associate or looking to improve your current onboarding process, this conversation shows why rushing clinical responsibilities rarely creates the deep connection and confidence you're looking for.

    🔥 In This Episode:

    • The critical 30-60-90 day framework that builds confidence without overwhelming
    • Why having associates shadow for 30 days creates stronger patient relationships and clinical skills
    • How to incorporate celebration, team bonding, and regular check-ins from day one
    • The importance of cross-training doctors on front desk operations and practice flow
    • Practical systems for tracking patient interactions and case knowledge before hands-on adjusting

    True onboarding isn't just about clinical training—it's about creating an experience where your new doctor feels valued, capable, and deeply connected to your mission. This episode offers the step-by-step blueprint to transform your hiring process into a relationship-building journey that benefits everyone: you, your new doctor, and every patient who walks through your door.

    Stay tuned for Part 3 next week where we'll interview a current associate to get their perspective on what makes a successful associate experience!

    Connect with us:

    • Instagram: @drsaragray @dr.marisa.nicole10 @theheartworkpodcast
    • Email: theheartworklife@gmail.com
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    25 mins
  • Ep. 28: The Associate Journey - Why Building Your Doc Team Demands More Than Just a Paycheck
    Apr 8 2025

    What makes the difference between an associate who stays for years and one who leaves after months? Dr. Sara and Dr. Marisa unpack the truth about building a thriving doc team that goes beyond transaction to transformation. Drawing from Dr. Sara's 8+ years of experience managing multiple associates and Dr. Marisa's current journey hiring her first part-time doc, this conversation reveals how the traditional "workhorse" model is failing both practices and practitioners.

    🔥 In This Episode:

    • The difference between hiring for clinical excellence vs. growth-focused associates
    • How to create benefit packages that attract and retain incredible talent
    • Why the "work-horse" mentality is destroying associate relationships
    • How leading from abundance creates a culture associates want to stay in
    • Real talk about contracts, PTO, maternity leave, and competitive compensation

    When you prioritize finding people who align with your values, create benefits that honor their whole lives, and lead from a place of abundance rather than fear—you build a practice where everyone can grow together. The results go beyond just business metrics to creating a team that stays, thrives, and serves your community with heart.

    Join us next week as we dive into the essential onboarding process that sets your associates up for success from day one.

    Connect with us: Instagram @drsaragray@dr.marisa.nicole10@theheartworkpodcast Email: theheartworklife@gmail.com

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    36 mins
  • Ep. 27: Bud Baumann | Leadership Legacy: Turning Corporate Wisdom into Entrepreneurial Success
    Apr 1 2025

    In this powerful episode, Dr. Marisa welcomes her father, Bud Bauman, to share his journey from entry-level programmer to corporate executive managing 500+ employees and overseeing $250 million projects.

    Bud's career spanning Cigna, Dow Jones, News Corp, and Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield provides a masterclass in authentic leadership and value-driven decision making. You'll hear how establishing clear personal values guided his most pivotal career decisions—even when they seemed counterintuitive to others.

    ✨ In This Episode:

    • How to identify and leverage your unique strengths in any environment
    • The career-defining moment of turning down a promotion to honor his commitments
    • The five personal values that haven't changed since 1995
    • Why "Be Here Now" became Bud's leadership philosophy after a touching moment with his daughter
    • How to build teams that thrive by recognizing individual strengths

    Key Takeaways:

    On Personal Values: "Family is the most important thing to me. And so when I start thinking about what grounds me, the first thing I say is, what's the impact to my family?"

    On Leadership: "The greatest mistake new leaders make is believing they have all the answers."

    On Decision-Making: "Your fears have a front-row seat to your transformation. The most rewarding things I ever experienced were accomplishments where I took a total risk."

    On True Presence: "Whatever aspect you're dealing with, you have to be there now. Heart, mind, soul, body."

    This episode offers invaluable wisdom for entrepreneurs and corporate leaders alike on maintaining integrity while pursuing ambitious goals.

    Connect with us: Instagram @drsaragray@dr.marisa.nicole10@theheartworkpodcast Email: theheartworklife@gmail.com

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    1 hr and 9 mins
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