In this episode of ACES Optimus, Dr. Craig Morris sits down with Dr. Lisa Thompson, a chiropractor whose story is defined by grit, growth, and a relentless willingness to step into the arena.
From her roots as a competitive soccer player in upstate New York (and the injuries that helped shape her calling), to packing up her car and moving to California without a job lined up, Dr. Lisa shares how she built her career one bold decision at a time. Along the way, she evolved from associate roles into opening her own practice, developing a performance-focused clinical approach through advanced training (including TPI and DNS), and eventually rising into major professional leadership as President of the California Chiropractic Association.
This conversation is about more than titles; it’s about mindset. Dr. Lisa embodies the “fixer” mentality: don’t complain from the sidelines, get in the arena, do the work, and lead with transparency. If you’re building a career, navigating obstacles, or looking for a model of authentic leadership and lifelong learning, this episode will challenge and inspire you to keep showing up and moving forward.
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