How to Boost Your Immune System during COVID-19 Crisis
The COVID-19 crisis has impacted countries all over the globe in unimaginable ways. People are being advised to maintain social distancing and stay inside their homes as much as they can. Healthcare workers fighting the virus on the front lines are at a greater risk of illness as they’re almost constantly exposed to the virus…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Exposure in Your Office. Is it Covered by Malpractice Insurance?
Optometrists are essential healthcare workers that continue to provide eye care to patients even during critical times. They need to keep the health and safety of their staff and patients as a top priority and take extra precautions that are in accordance with the CDC’s patient care guidance. Many states have their own guidelines for…
Read MoreHow the COVID-19 Pandemic Will Affect Our Careers.
It goes without saying that COVID-19 that started out as a pandemic is going to have a ripple effect on our lives, careers, and the global economy as many non-essential businesses have been closed and people have been told to stay home and maintain social distancing. While everyone is either taking online classes or working…
Read MoreMaximize Your Time during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Ever since COVID-19 has been declared a global pandemic, small businesses, in particular, are facing the brunt of it as most people are choosing to stay inside. Instead of waiting till the crisis is over, we need to look for ways to make sure our businesses can survive in these uncertain times. As an optometrist,…
Read MoreNew 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…
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