A new six -part series of articles and podcasts. Articles in this series detail the insights that 2020 and 2021 taught optometry and how those insights translate to actions that are having a positive impact on the profession. Read More...
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Five Practice Pearls from a Community of ODs
By Lisa Shin, ODJune 22, 2016Five key management best practices--including what you need to do to successfully open a practice cold-- culled...
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Three Leadership Models: Which Fits Your Practice?
By Jennifer Jabaley, ODJune 8, 2016Lessons on being a great practice leader can be found from both inside and outside of optometry....
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Post-Retirement Financial Security: A Planner
By Adam Cmelja, President of Integrated Planning & Wealth ManagementJune 22, 2016 At some point, all ODs exit practice and meet the...
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Challenge Vendors to Help Your Practice Succeed
By David I. Geffen, OD, FAAOJune 8, 2016Working effectively with the vendors who supply your practice with inventory enables you to provide...
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A World Gone Digital: Action Steps for Optometric Practices
June 1, 2016This newly published 2016 version of the “Navigation Guide to MEGATRENDS in Eyecare Practice” was commissioned by Vision Source and produced...
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The Optical Industry Is Larger than You Expect–Market for It
By Peter G. Shaw-McMinn, ODMay 25, 2016Recognize how large the optical industry is--and market your practice to compete effectively.
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10 Tips for Opening a Practice Cold
By Lisa Shin, ODApril 20, 2016Opening a practice cold is a great business opportunity, but full of risk. Here are 10 ways...
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Plan Your Retirement Finances Early On
By Adam Cmelja, President of Integrated Planning & Wealth ManagementMay 4, 2016 All ODs exit their practice at some point—and meet the...
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New Employment Models: Are Short, Weekday-Only Shifts for You?
By Cheryl G. Murphy, ODApril 6, 2016Professional success and practice growth is important, but so is having a fulfilling life. Are shorter,...
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Implement a Payroll Budget to Control Costs
By Tina McCarty, OD, FAAOApril 27, 2016Effective payroll budgeting keeps your practice's largest expense manageable, making practice profitability much more likely.
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Should You Close Your Practice to New Patients?
By Peter G. Shaw-McMinn, ODMarch 23, 2016Closing your practice to new patients may, ironically, be just the practice builder you've been looking...
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Use a P&L Statement to Track Performance and Grow Your Practice
By Ken Krivacic, OD, MBAApril 13, 2016A profit and loss statement is the best measure of how your practice is performing financially....
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Grow Revenues by 10 Percent by Using a Business Consultant
How to work with a consultant to grow your practice and profitability.
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Four Timely Strategies to Reduce Your Tax Bill
By Adam Cmelja, President of Integrated Planning & Wealth ManagementMarch 9 , 2016The annual deadline for filing taxes is fast approaching. Here...
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Maximize Your ROI from Professional Conferences
By Suzanne LaKamp, OD, FAAOMarch 30, 2016Attending meetings is costly and time-intensive—so make it pay off in clinical and business skills acquired....
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Diversify Your Investments, Build Financial Security
By Chad Fleming, OD, FAAOMarch 16, 2016Diversifying investments is a key to a secure retirement with financial freedom. See how to set...
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Let an OD Mentor Guide Your Career
By Cheryl G. Murphy, ODFeb. 17, 2016A mentor can provide you with the experienced perspective you may lack. Here are four ways...
By Mary E. Boname, OD, FAAOMarch 2, 2016A primarily private-pay practice can offer a steadier stream of income, and can allow you...
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Purchase Your Office Space for Investment & Work/Life Balance
Choose the ideal office space--and profit.
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From Practice Owner to Employed OD: Would it Work for You?
By Diane Palombi, ODJan. 27, 2016Going from practice owner to employed OD is increasingly common. It can be a great opportunity, or it...
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Five Steps to Better Manage Your Finances
By Adam Cmelja, President of Integrated Planning & Wealth ManagementFeb. 3, 2016Apply proven management techniques to improve your practice's finances. Here are...
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Practice Ownership: Is it as Good as You Thought It Would Be?
By Chad Fleming, OD, FAAOFeb. 3, 2016Practice ownership is a goal for many young ODs. But is it all it's cracked up...
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Develop a Strategy to Succeed in Your First Year With a New Practice
By Suzanne LaKamp, OD, FAAOJan. 27, 2016Making your first year with a practice a success requires a plan. Think about your goals,...
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Retirement Planning Made Easy for AOA Members
By Peter PolovskySPONSORED CONTENTJan. 20, 2016Providing retirement planning options for yourself, and for your staff, is economical and easy for AOA members...
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Six Ways to Stay on Budget When Expanding Office Space
How to profitably expand your office space.
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How to Interview Practices You Would Like to Work For
By Cheryl G. Murphy, ODDec. 23, 2015Do you know what you're looking for in an employer? Create a checklist for what you...