Optometrists & Ophthalmologists: Tips for Successful Mentoring

Being a mentor has many rewards, but like every other skill you have achieved in your career, it requires attention, the ability to adapt to a situation, and a willingness to evolve your skillset.  Here are a few tips, whether you’re a first-time mentor or you have helped many young eye care professionals take the…

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Five Thought-Provoking Quotes About Eyes

“The soul, fortunately, has an interpreter – often an unconscious but still a faithful interpreter – in the eye.” ― Charlotte Brontë, Jane Eyre “Where words are restrained, the eyes often talk a great deal.” – Samuel Richardson “The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes.” –…

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The Contract Series: Part 3 – Before You Sign

You’ve interviewed. You’ve negotiated. You’re ready to sign. Almost. There are still a few details to confirm.  The first, and perhaps most obvious, step you should take it to review the agreement one final time in its entirety. This is an important document, and you need to find a time where you can focus on…

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The Contract Series: Part 2 – Reviewing the Terms

You’ve been offered a contract. In many cases, the initial contract is a standard document with some wiggle room. Remember, you’ll have to live with the conditions of this contract for a long time, so it is essential to understand the offer in its entirety. Start by reviewing the general terms of the agreement. You…

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The Contract Series: Part 1 – Preparing For Negotiations

 You’re in discussions with an employer for a position that looks like a great fit, and it looks like you’ll be offered a contract. However, one of the most critical aspects of the contract negotiation starts before an agreement is even tendered. Here are some important aspects to consider early on in the job search,…

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Are You Ready for What’s Next?

Everyone is trying to understand what’s coming next in a post-COVID-19 world. While we have no special foresight into the future of the pandemic, we can tell you what we have seen over the past few months so that you can apply these lessons to your practice.  1) Demand for optometrists and ophthalmologists remains very…

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