No Mentor, No Problem!: How to Become Self-Made in Eye Care.
You don’t need to have a family member that was or is in the eye care industry or an extensive network, income or mentor to become a self-made optometrist. A self made OD didn’t have success given to them, they went out and got it! All you need to learn is how to invest money…
Read MoreNegotiating Your Salary as a New Optometry Grad
Job interviews often entail negotiations between the employer and prospective employee. It is understandable if you are a fresh graduate and feel uncomfortable talking about the salary. It is important to understand the job market before going for your first interview. Here are 5 tips to effectively negotiate your salary as a new graduate. 1. …
Read More5 Ways to Bring Out the Best in Your Office Manager
Maintaining a successful optometry practice is just as challenging as building one from the ground up. A capable office manager could prove to be a big help, but only if they’re properly managed. If your optometry practice is riddled with administrative hiccups and daily issues adversely affecting productivity, it’s a sign that you need to work on your…
Read MoreOptometry Practice Compensation: How to Do It Right
Managing optometry practice compensation can be quite a daunting task. It involves a careful review and thorough analysis of finances, market salary, individual employee performance, overall business costs, and more. As is with most businesses, compensation is one of the major expenses of all optometry practices. Unfortunately, many optometrists have a hard time managing their…
Read MoreTips for Succeeding as a Woman in a Male-Dominated World
Meta Title: How to Succeed as s Woman in a Male-Dominated World? Meta Description: Despite the progress women have made in a male-dominated society, there is still much further to go. We have curated a list of useful tips to succeed as a woman in the workplace. Keywords: succeed as a woman, male-dominated world, succeeding…
Read MoreWhat to Know Before You Refer Someone for a Job
What to Know Before You Refer Someone for a Job If you are an employer or have landed a good job in a great organization, rest assured that you will be getting quite a few requests for job referrals. It can be anyone from among your friends and family to an employee who recently left…
Read MoreTop 5 Secrets to Writing A Powerful Job Post
Top 5 Secrets to Writing a Powerful Job Post If you are tired of inviting the wrong traffic (unqualified or non-relevant candidates) or are upset about receiving no traffic at all on your recent job posting, chances are your job post is not well written to attract the right attention. While following a set job…
Read MoreNew OD: Knowing Your Worth
Studying optometry and becoming a certified optometry doctor is no small achievement. It is now time to venture into the field and look for a job to kick start your career. Practical learning is different from theoretical knowledge. As a new graduate, you still have a lot to learn with experience, but don’t let that…
Read More4 Ways To Communicate Effectively With Patients
Communication is one of the essential skills an optometrist requires for clinical efficiency. Most of the time, doctors overestimate their communication skills when they graduate, but it becomes vital for their success when faced with real-world cases. Effective communication reflects an optometrist’s knowledge and understanding of a patient’s needs. It allows for a safe environment…
Read MorePlanning a 2021 Strategy for Your Optometry Practice
The New Year is the perfect time to plan a fresh strategy for your optometry practice. A sound understanding of your competition, threats, strengths and weaknesses is imperative to increase business revenue and profitability. A well-thought-out approach will help you determine your standing in the market and understand emerging trends. Here is a step-by-step process…
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