New Grads Guide to Job Searching
You’ve finally graduated from college, you’ve made it through those tough 4 years, taken all the exams possible, studied hard and you survived it. Congratulations! The excitement to just jump into your field of study and start doing what you love and worked so hard towards is immense, but where do you start? There are…
Read MoreThe Realities of a New Sublease OD
While there are many perks to being a sublease optometrist, going from zero experience professionally to starting your own practice can be scary, and rightfully so. Let’s debunk some myths about opening your own optometry clinic when you’re fresh out of school. You Will Be Your Own Boss Since you will be subleasing, you’ll technically…
Read MoreHow to Cope with an Unfavorable Employment Experience in Corporate Optometry
Working as a corporate OD can be rewarding. Sometimes it can be stressful when there are factors you can’t control, like staff, hours of operation, insurance plans and much more. After you find yourself in a tough situation and feel like giving up, you should realize that bad experiences can help you learn a lot…
Read More4 Ways You Can De-Stress at Work when you have a Full Book.
In times like these, taking a small break can work wonders for your mind. When you’re constantly working, your brain starts working against you. Adopt the following easy ways to make sure your productivity at work isn’t compromised and you’re able to go work without dreading it each day. 1. Listen to Relaxing Music Slow…
Read MoreMyths About Subleasing in Corporate Optometry
If you are planning to start a sublease in corporate optometry, you may have preconceived notions about this practice modality that make you wonder if this is the right decision for you. Working in a corporate optical not only saves you the hassle of a lot of administrative work, hiring staff but also in optical…
Read MoreGuide for Optometry Students: Finding a Job in Corporate Optometry
After spending four years studying and taking exams, preparing for the real world can be daunting in its own special way. Finding a job in optometry can have its ups and downs. There are many possible directions you could choose to go, and this just feeds into your indecisiveness about the whole process. But you…
Read MoreTips on Finding the Right Eye Care Practice in Corporate Optometry
You don’t need to have perfect eyesight to know that the future of corporate optometry is bright and promising. Whether you are a new OD looking for ways to enter the sublease world or an existing practitioner who wants to expand their locations in corporate optometry consider certain factors to choose the right practice. Prioritize…
Read MoreIs Your Sublease a Glorified Employment Position?
Within corporate optometry, there are many opportunities to become a sublease owner; however, not all of these opportunities are created equally. Some agreements are not as beneficial to the OD as they should be, and it is important for you as an optometrist to be able to distinguish a good agreement from a bad one…
Read More5 Mistakes to Avoid as a First-Time Corporate Sublease Owner
As a first-time corporate sublease owner, you may feel excited and ready to assist patients using the skills and knowledge you have developed. What you may feel less prepared for, however, is creating and evolving a business. While the medical skills learned throughout your optometry education are crucial, business and networking skills that may not…
Read MoreSigns That You Might Be Getting Terminated
Nothing’s more grim than hearing ‘we need to talk’, especially if the order comes from a regional manager or an HR representative at work. Whether you love your current job or not, it goes without saying that no one likes getting their lease terminated. However, laying off executives, ODs and opticians is nothing unusual, especially…
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