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"The Focused View" is a podcast dedicated to exploring the latest trends, strategies, and innovations in the eye care industry. Hosted by industry expert Michael Nasser, each episode features in-depth interviews with thought leaders and practitioners who are pushing the boundaries of optometry. With a focus on empowering eye care professionals and elevating the industry, "The Focused View" provides valuable insights and inspiration for anyone looking to stay ahead of the curve in this rapidly evolving field. Tune in for engaging conversations, expert analysis, and a clear vision for the future of eye care.
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EP63: Ordinary People, Exceptional Work: Inside the Culture That Built SOLA with Rod Watkins
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Oct 12, 2026 |
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EP62: The Origins of SOLA and the CR-39 Revolution with Rod Watkins
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Sep 21, 2026 |
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EP61: Why Your Personal Brand Is Your Practice's Most Undervalued Asset with Sarah Makris
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Sep 07, 2026 |
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EP60: Dry Eye for Every Practice: How Any Optometrist Can Build a Meaningful Dry Eye Service Regardless of Resources with Shaina Zheng
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Aug 25, 2026 |
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EP59: When Opportunity Moves, Move With It with Eliza Whiteley
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Aug 10, 2026 |
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EP58: The SPEC Foundation: How Independent Eye Care Professionals Can Give Back
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Jul 27, 2026 |
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EP57: The Shift Business Growth: Start with the End in Mind with Jenny Stilwell
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Jul 13, 2026 |
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EP56: Starting Young: Building a Team, Finding your Niche, and Growing with Purpose with Alisha Shastri - Part 2
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Jun 29, 2026 |
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EP55: Starting from Zero: How to Establish a Greenfield Optometry Practice - Part 1 with Alisha Shastri
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Jun 15, 2026 |
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EP54: Building Operational Leverage: What Independent Optometry Can Learn from Scaled Practice Models with Ankit Patel
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Jun 01, 2026 |
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EP53: 42 Years in Eye Care - George Nasser on The Story Behind Building Opticare
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May 18, 2026 |
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EP52: From Specialty to Strategy: Building a High-Performance Independent Practice with Shonit Jagmohan - Part 2
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May 04, 2026 |
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EP51: From Specialty to Strategy: Blending Clinical Excellence and Leadership in Independent Optometry with Shonit Jagmohan - Part 1
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Apr 20, 2026 |
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EP50: From Grad to Greenfield: One Optometrist’s Journey to Private Practice Ownership with Sheila Lam - Part 2
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Apr 06, 2026 |
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EP49: From Grad to Greenfield: One Optometrist's Journey to Private Practice Ownership with Sheila Lam
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Mar 23, 2026 |
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EP48: Practice Flow, Training, and the Future of Independent Practice with Tim Thurn
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Mar 09, 2026 |
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EP47: The Evolution of Independent Optometry and Technology with Tim Thurn
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Feb 23, 2026 |
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EP46: Leading for Success: Practical Strategies to Build Stronger Teams in Independent Optometry with Dr Steve Vargo
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Feb 09, 2026 |
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EP45: Building Community, Crafting Care: Northam Optical's Journey to Independent Practice of the Year 2025 with Allyson Freind
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Jan 26, 2026 |
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EP44: Ownership, Independence, and Planning Succession in Optometry with Tim Duffy
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Jan 12, 2026 |
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2025 Holiday Episode: Eye Care Community Voice
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Dec 29, 2025 |
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EP43: Beyond the Brochure: Raising Optical Standards Through Lens Knowledge with Grant Hannaford
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Dec 15, 2025 |
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EP42: Beyond the Plateau: Modernising and Reigniting Your Practice for Growth with Erich Mattei - Part 2
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Dec 01, 2025 |
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EP41: Lessons in Leadership and Ownership: Shaina Zheng's Guide for Emerging Independents
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Nov 17, 2025 |
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EP40: The Leap Into Ownership: Strategies for Emerging Optometry Practice Owners with Erich Mattei - Part 1
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Nov 03, 2025 |
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EP39: Building a Patient-Centric Optical Flow: From Core Values to Practice Success with Joy Livingood Gibb
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Oct 20, 2025 |
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EP38: The Business of Wellbeing: Mindset, Focus, and Sustainable Success with Leanne Faulkner
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Oct 06, 2025 |
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EP37: The Art and Heart Behind Elusive Miss Lou: Crafting Eyewear with Purpose with Louise and Teiger Sceats
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Sep 22, 2025 |
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EP36: Specialising with Purpose: Building a Practice Around Behavioural Optometry and Beyond with Adrian Vecchio
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Sep 08, 2025 |
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EP35: The Power of Young Optometrists: Supporting the Next Generation of Eye Care Professionals
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Aug 25, 2025 |
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EP34: What We Can Learn from U.S. Optometry: A Cross-Market Conversation with Erich Mattei
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Aug 11, 2025 |
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EP33: From Optometrist to Owner Building Confidence and Growing Independently with Amanda Duffy
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Jul 28, 2025 |
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EP32: Training and Recruitment Challenges in the Optical Profession with James Gibbins
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Jul 01, 2025 |
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EP31: Elevate Your Practice: Topic 8 - Tough Talks, Stronger Team: How to Lead with Language and Intent
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Jun 16, 2025 |
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EP30: Digital Health and Evolving Scope of Optometry with Nicola Mountford
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Jun 02, 2025 |
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EP29: Craftsmanship and Sustainability: The Future of Eyewear with Chris Savage
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May 19, 2025 |
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EP28: Leadership, Staff Motivation & Social Media for Practice Growth with Kayla Ashlee - Part 3
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May 05, 2025 |
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EP27: Soft Skills & Human Connection in Optometry with Kayla Ashlee - Part 2
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Apr 21, 2025 |
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EP26: The Power of Structured Training in Independent Optometry with Kayla Ashlee - Part 1
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Apr 07, 2025 |
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EP25: Elevate Your Practice: Topic 7 - The Untapped Opportunity for Sunglasses in Australia’s Independent Practices
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Mar 24, 2025 |
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EP24: Kelly O' Brien on Managing an Independent Optical Practice in a Rural Setting: Challenges, Partnership, Growth, and Making a Difference in the Community
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Mar 10, 2025 |
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EP23: Belinda Musitano on Strategic Growth, Patient Care & Running a Successful
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Feb 24, 2025 |
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EP22: Assess Your Emotional Intelligence and Be a Better Leader with Dr. Bethany Fishbein - Part 2
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Feb 10, 2025 |
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EP21: The Essentials of Emotional Intelligence in Leadership with Dr. Bethany Fishbein - Part 1
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Jan 27, 2025 |
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EP20: Vision 2040: Shaping the Future of Optometry with Skye Cappuccio, CEO of Optometry Australia
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Jan 13, 2025 |
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Bonus: Advancing Your Independent Optical Practice in 2025: CPD Resources & Myopia Control Education
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Dec 16, 2024 |
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EP19: Optometry Self Defence: Protecting Your Practice from Cyber Threats and Legal Pitfalls With Luke Arundel from OA
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Dec 02, 2024 |
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EP18: Insights from the US with Brianna Rhue – Building the Optometry Practice of Your Dreams
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Nov 18, 2024 |
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EP17: Elevate Your Practice: Topic 6 - Practical Marketing Tips for Optometry & Optical Dispensing Practices
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Nov 04, 2024 |
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EP16: Pioneering Myopia Management: Insights from Jagrut Lallu on Innovations, Research, and Practice Integration
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Oct 21, 2024 |
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EP15: Elevate Your Practice: Topic 5 - Mastering Stock Management in Your Optical Practice
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Oct 07, 2024 |
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EP14: Engage and Influence: Emma Gillies on Advanced Strategies for Trust-Based Selling
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Sep 23, 2024 |
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EP13: Enhancing Eye Care for People with Dementia: Insights and Solutions with Marianne Coleman
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Sep 09, 2024 |
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EP12: Through The Lens: Paul Clarke on Building a Career in Optics
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Aug 26, 2024 |
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EP11: Independent Vision: Alison Abdullah's Journey from NYC to Lens Avenue
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Aug 12, 2024 |
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EP10: Exploring the Evolution and Future of Optometric Media with mivision's Todd Tai
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Jul 29, 2024 |
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EP9: Elevate Your Practice: Topic 4 - Unlocking the Secrets to Effective Employee Onboarding and Retention
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Jul 15, 2024 |
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EP8: Recall Mastery: Enhancing Patient Engagement and Practice Growth with Fatin Tobia
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Jul 01, 2024 |
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EP7: Adapting to Change: Empowering Optical Dispensers Through Continuing Professional Development (CPD) with April Petrusma
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Jun 17, 2024 |
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EP6: Elevate Your Practice: Topic 3 - Building Effective Teams: Combining Knowledge and Personalities in Your Optometry Practice
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Jun 03, 2024 |
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EP5: Elevate Your Practice: Topic 2 - The Art of Mastering Business Review with KPIs & Demographics with Joanne Scott - Dostine
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May 20, 2024 |
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EP4: Elevate Your Practice Series: Topic 1- Identifying the Point of Difference in Optometry Practice with Joanne Scott-Dostine
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May 14, 2024 |
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EP3: Creating Better Service with Better Patients: Myopia Control and Scope Expansion of Optometric Practice with Andrew McKinnon (Part 2)
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May 05, 2024 |
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EP2: Creating Better Service with Better Patients: Transitioning to Private Billing in Eye Care Practices with Andrew McKinnon (Part 1)
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May 05, 2024 |
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EP1: The Focused View - Introduction Episode
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Apr 25, 2024 |