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ODs tend to be a pretty risk-averse group, which means failure and risk can be avoided or almost taboo topics.…
So much of business ownership is about your mindset. So what happens when you take the cognizant approach to shift…
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Why has the profession of optometry had such a complicated relationship with VCPs (vision care plans) over the years? Some…
There are few episodes where I tell you to rewind and listen again to something that a guest has says.…
Ever wonder where all your money’s going in your practice? Sharon’s here to share the “usual suspects” of practice (mis)management…
Dr. Chris Smiley offers a contrarian—but experience-backed—perspective on one of the most divisive topics in optometry today: vision plans. While…
In this eye-opening episode of The Power Hour, host Eugene Shatsman welcomes back Adam Cmejla, Certified Financial Planner, Founder and…

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