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Episode 46: Leading for Success: Practical Strategies to Build Stronger Teams in Independent Optometry with Dr Steve Vargo
Strong teams don't just happen by accident. They're built through better leadership, a strong team culture, and systems that help your practice grow without burning you out.
Feb 102 min read


Episode 41: Lessons in Leadership and Ownership: Shaina Zheng's Guide for Emerging Independents
Everyone dreams of running their own practice until they realise that it's more than just caring for patients. In this episode, we are joined by Shaina Zheng, a clinical optometrist and practice owner, to unpack the unexpected chaos behind the consultation room. Shaina gets real and opens up about her culture shock on ownership, their biggest challenges, pushback, and the powerful lessons she's learned about leadership, emotional intelligence, and resilience in independent pr
Nov 18, 20252 min read
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Episode 22: Assess Your Emotional Intelligence and Be a Better Leader with Dr. Bethany Fishbein [Part 2]
You might think to yourself, I'm a good leader! Okay, but does your self-awareness match how your team perceives you? In this episode,...
Feb 11, 20252 min read
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