Power Hour Optometry

The Optical Oracle: Marc Ferrara's Predictions for Modern Eyecare

17 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we welcome Marc Ferrara, the esteemed CEO of Jobson, for an exclusive discussion! Host Eugene Shatsman guides the discussion, placing a spo...

Jay Abraham and Eugene Shatsman: The $50B Man's Growth Advice for ECPs

10 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What if you could tap into the strategies behind billions in business growth? Jay has worked with titans like Daymond John and Tony Robbins, and now w...

What do 60 Million Insights, Vision Expo & Smart Eyewear Have In Common?

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What exactly does the Vision Council do, and how can it help your practice thrive in the future? Join your host, Eugene Shatsman, on the Power Hour Po...

Dr Gary Gerber and Eugene Shatsman on the Future of Optometry

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Be among the 5 lucky listeners to get a FREE Practice Profitability Audit ($2400 value). Join the conversation on www.powerpractice.com/power-hour an...

Redefining Entrepreneurial Success: The Return on Life Experience

03 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do you define success for your business? Are you making time to balance your work with personal fulfillment, or are you stuck in the cycle of chas...

Navigating the Cold Start Journey: Bethany's Expert Insights

20 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, join Bethany as she gives some expert insight into the confusing and complex topic of creating a successful cold start practice. Draw...

Rethinking Your MBA: Expert Advice On How to Advance Your Career

13 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is an MBA your golden ticket to career advancement, or is there a way to invest your time and money with better opportunities?  In this episode, Beth...

Is Dropping a Vision Plan One of Your Resolutions for 2024?

06 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The new year is a chance for everyone to take a step back and seek out ways to improve their life for the upcoming year. Could dropping a difficult vi...

Bonuses, Gifts and Holiday Parties, Oh My!

29 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Celebrations, Bonuses, and Gifts — the holiday season is one of the busiest times of year for everyone. What are you planning for your staff this ho...

Lease Smarter: Strategies to Optimize Your Lease Renewal Process

22 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Lease renewals are the most common real estate transaction for healthcare providers. Unfortunately, they're also the type of transaction where optomet...

Beyond the Balance Sheet: Smart End-of-Year Strategies

15 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

2024 is fast approaching! That means that it's time to consider making big purchases to improve your practice and avoid paying heavy tax bills — but...

From Mindset to Mastery: Overcoming Internal Barriers in Your Professional Journey

08 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Expert analysis has determined that in the competitive world of entrepreneurship, only 20% of teams reach their full potential. For the majority of bu...

Turning Negative People into Positive Leaders: How Your Team's Mood Impacts Your ROI

01 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Finding the right people to help your practice grow is a challenging task. No matter how rigorous your process is, misfits slip through the cracks. Yo...

From Confusion to Conviction: Crafting Your Business Vision

18 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The world of entrepreneurship is naturally confusing, especially in the rapidly changing and demanding field of eye care. Join Bethany and Jennifer H...

Visionary Branding: Elevate your practice to optimize your community's quality of life

11 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Get all eyes from your community on you! Uncover unique strategies to build brand awareness and engage with your local target audiences as Bethany and...

The Power of Tough Decisions: Your Path to Success

04 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Moving your career in the direction you need to reach your goals starts with being decisive and deliberate with your actions. Uncover key actions that...

A Candid Conversation: Navigating Race and Equity in Optometry

20 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How can the field of optometry break down barriers and promote equity while addressing the complex issues of race and racism? Join Bethany and Dr. Ada...

How to Maximize the Value of Your Optometry Practice

13 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What steps can you take today to maximize your practice value in the future?  For many of us, our business is our most valuable asset, and yet we oft...

US vs UK: A Behind the Scenes Comparison of the Optometric Profession

06 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wonder what optometry looks like across the world? Join Bethany and Hasnain Mamdani, an optometrist from the UK and host of the Optics Room Podc...

AI in Optometry: Give Your Practice an Edge by Accelerating the Inevitable

30 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

AI is here and can help your practice.  Are you ready to take advantage of it? Join Bethany and Eugene Shatsman from National Strategic Group as they...

AI, Dry Eye, and Tik-Tok? Today's Eye Care Innovations in Action.

23 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What do AI and Dry Eye have in common? Find out when you Join Bethany and Dr. Jovi Boparai, ophthalmologist, entrepreneur, and co-founder of CorneaCar...

From Crisis to Continuity: COVID's Hidden Effects on Optometric Practices

16 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Although the pandemic's intensity has waned, do the effects on optometry practices, staff, and business strategy remain? In this episode, join Bethany...

The Art and Science of a Successful Trunk Show

09 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What are the elements of a successful trunk show? Join Bethany and Kayla Ashlee, co-founder of Spexy, in a discussion about the art of planning and pu...

Mind Matters: Nurturing Mental Health in an Optometric Practice and Beyond

02 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you know how mental health is affecting you, your practice, and your staff? In this episode of The Power Hour, Bethany speaks with Dr. Dennis Pardo...

Fact or Fiction: Emerging Trends in Optometry Schools

26 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What's driving today's OD shortage? Are fewer optometry students passing their national board examinations or it just an issue of perception?  The an...

The Psychology of Motivation: A Leader's Guide to Getting More from Your Team

19 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What gets you out of bed in the morning? What drives your team? In this episode of the Power Hour Podcast, Bethany sits down with Gavin Rebello, an op...

From Dream to Reality: Fast Track Your Specialty Practice

12 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is there a formula for successfully building a specialty practice? In this episode of the Power Hour, Bethany sits down with Thanh Mai, O.D., who sha...

Finding Continuous Professional Growth and Fulfillment in the Face of Changing Needs

28 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How do you build a successful practice? Are you ever done growing as a business leader? Join Bethany and Dr. Nick Despotidis, founder and partner of E...

Why Overcoming Negativity Bias Could be Critical for Your Business

21 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is Negativity Bias draining profits from your practice? Join Bethany and Bill Belanger, founder of Integrated Mind Training, in a discussion about neg...

The Science of Persuasion in Your Optical: Using Psychology to Drive Sales

14 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you're looking for an edge in your optical, consider the words your opticians use every day.  In this episode, Bethany interviews Mark Hinton, an ...

Words that Sell: How to Maximize Your Marketing Impact

07 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How much do the exact words we choose matter? In this episode, Eugene Shatsman from National Strategic Group joins us to show us how saying the same t...

From Friends to Business Partners Dr. Charlene Henderson

31 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Charlene Henderson joins Bethany on the podcast to talk about her experience owning a practice with a partner.    

Optometry's Class of 2023! Who are they, and what are they looking for?

24 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Becca Starks joins Bethany to talk about who today's graduating ODs are and what they're looking for in their careers. If you're looking for a new ass...

Things to do TODAY to get patients in your chair tomorrow

17 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Bethany talks about simple marketing strategies to attract new patients to your practice.

Bethany's Guest Appearance on 20/20 Money Podcast: How Tiny Improvements Lead to Big Success

12 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover how stepping outside conventional boundaries can transform your practice into a thriving hub of engaged patients. Bethany joins Adam Cmejla o...

The Power of Nature: Business Outside

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join Dr. Bethany with Bart Foster, Founder of BusinessOutside and Managing Director of Sanitas Advisor. Bart is also the author of BusinessOutside: Di...

The Great Game of Business and its Impact on Optometry Practice

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Today's episode where we discuss the Great Game of Business and how it can impact an optometry practice. With Dr. Danny Clarke, Owner of Cl...

A 5 Day Staff Meeting... in Kenya?

12 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As a team, it's essential to prioritize team building and developing a strong culture. One of the best ways to do this is by going on a trip together....

The Review Revolution: Unleashing the Power of Online Reviews

05 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore the Power of Online Reviews and how they have revolutionized the way businesses operate. From Google to Yelp and Facebook ...

Revolutionizing Wages: How this Method Allows You to Pay Your Staff More

29 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Bethany shares an innovative approach that can help optometrists revolutionize wages and pay their staff more. This method creates a win-win situa...

Eye Care Excellence: Elevating Customer Service in Optometry

22 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore the importance of customer service in optometry with Dr.Jennifer Stewart. She is the Editor of Independent Strong, Founder...

Helping your team learn good financial habits

08 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's essential to acknowledge that financial stress can have a significant impact on an individual's mental and physical well-being. As a Practice Own...

Turning ADHD into a Productivity Superpower

01 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have trouble organizing your days for success? Steve Alexander, Head of Marketing, Strategic Partnerships at Anagram, shares his actionable tip...

Tiny Changes: Big Financial Results

22 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Take control of your finances and achieve your financial goals through small, manageable changes. Founder and CEO of Integrated Planning & Wealth Mana...

Going For It: Why Taking Risks Can Be Worthwhile

15 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join Dr. Kyle Cheatham Chief Executive Officer at KMK Optometry Board's Review and Vision Specialists, as he shares his journey from helping one pers...

Creating an Eyewear Experience

01 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

 Join Wendy Buchanan, Owner of Perceptions Eyewear Inc. and the creator of the Be Spectacular Eyewear Styling System, as she shares her proven strate...

The Most Profitable Mode of Practice is Not What You Think

25 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A good understanding of where your Practice is making money and the costs associated with running a business are important for long-term success. Join...

MiniGames

18 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There's a fun and engaging Theme, a Team Goal that everyone sets and track, a Scoreboard for progress, and a Reward for winning! COO of Clarke Eyecar...

Creating a Great Practice Culture

11 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Building the right culture takes time and thought, and frankly, it's not a one-size-fits-all deal! Today Dr. Jennifer shares how important culture is ...

Taming the Inner Critic

04 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Your inner voice can be either a powerful stepping stone or a major obstacle to reaching your goals. Our first episode for 2023 with Kim Boudreau Smit...

Creating a Financial Plan for 2023

21 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How much do you want to earn in 2023? Bethany talks about how to use your financial statement to make sure you get there.

Bonuses, Gifts and Holiday Parties, Oh My!

14 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What are you planning for your staff this holiday season?

The Vision/Traction Organizer

07 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

EOS implementer Beth Berman is back to talk about a powerful tool to get you organized for 2023

More Pumpkin Planning

23 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Bethany continues the conversation with practical ideas to Pumpkin Plan YOUR business.

Pumpkin Plan Your Practice

17 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Mike Michalowicz shares the steps and strategies you can follow to get the best out of your practice using his Pumpkin Plan system.   Learn more abou...

Collaborative Communication

09 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ready to take the risk or chance to improve your communication? Join Bethany and Lisa Little, Artistic Director of ComedySportz San Antonio an...

Bethany talks Big Picture on the Dare To Be Different podcast

26 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Bethany's appearance on Nick Despotidis's podcast.

How Mindset Impacts Financial Decision Making

19 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How do we learn to make good financial choices? Join Founder and Lead Advisor of Optometry Wealth Advisors LLC Evon Mendrin, as he talks about the dif...

What Optometry Practices Can Learn from Fine Dining Restaurants

12 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What can fine dining establishments teach us about running a great optometry practice? Matt Rosner and Dr. Fishbein talk about some interesting paral...

Making Your Practice More Inclusive

05 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how you can make your practice LGBTQ+ inclusive for both your patients and staff as Dr. Bethany and Kirsten discuss it in today's podcast. Wan...

Thinking About Selling Your Practice?

28 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Erik Ferjentsik, CEO and Founder of Visionary Group talks about what it looks like to sell your practice in today's market.

Consulting With The Power Practice

21 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you want to learn the What, When, Who, Why, and How's of the Power Practice, this podcast episode is for you. Dr. Bethany and the team discuss what...

How Mindset Impacts the Success of Your Practice

14 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Bethany's Appearance on The Optometry Money Podcast.   www.optometrywealth.com

Bills and Codes: Is your Practice Billing what it should be?

07 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What are Insurance Audits and how important are they? Dr. Bethany and Dr. Viktoria discuss what the factors are for an Insurance Audit and how we can ...

Communication and Consistency

01 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Bethany shares her insights on how good communication and consistent discussions with patients and staff, whether a practice is doing well or not, can...

How to Deal with Medical Malpractice

17 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Keeping your patients happy and detailed records can prevent untoward incidents at your clinic. Bethany and Joe DeLoach discuss how we can prevent Me...

Predictable Success : You've grown your business so what's next?

10 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Everything is going fine for your business, or is it? This is Part 2 of Bethany and Char Watson's discussion on the remaining stages of the Predictabl...

Growing your Practice

03 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ever heard of Fun, Whitewater, and Predictable Success? Char Watson and Bethany discuss the first four stages of the Predictable Success Growth model...

Managing Health and Safety in our Practices

20 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

From discussions about medical emergencies, theft, and to a possibility of a shooter, Officer Tom shares with us practical advice on how we can keep o...

Understanding Your P&L

13 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you truly know how your practice is performing? Today Paul Ferraro talks about the Profit and Loss statement and how you can plan to make your prac...

How to Optimize Your Practice

06 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Join Bethany on her first Solo Podcast and talks about some of the changes that you can make in your Practice. And how you can evaluate your practice ...

Why Private Practice Optometry is still Awesome, The Importance of a Community and Leadership Resources. (Bethany's Guest appearance in 20/20 Money Podcast)

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Live from Vision Expo East: Adam Cmejla talks to Bethany about her perspective on why they both love the model of private practice in Optometry, why i...

A Happiness-Centered Optometry Practice

22 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discouraged by all of the doom and gloom on optometric social media? Dr. Nick Despotidis talks about having the courage to make your practice a place ...

Myopia: A Global Epidemic

15 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Join Bethany as she talks with International Myopia Institute Co-Founder Dr. Monica Jong about Myopia Management and the Importance of Proactive Trea...

Role of an Office Manager

08 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Beth Berman talks about EOS and how it could work to help you get what you desire from your practice!

Recession-Proof Your Practice

01 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Former Power Hour host and Power Practice CEO Gary Gerber talks about ways to prepare your practice for an upcoming recession

Virtual Assistants from the perspective of the Virtual Assistant

25 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We've talked about the benefits of having a virtual assistant. Hear what it's like to BE a virtual assistant from professional VA Joanah Mandilag  

Save the Planet and Help Your Practice

18 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Guest Brian Spittle talks to Bethany about sustainability.

A Team With a Vision

11 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Visually Impaired runner Jennifer Herring just completed her 19th Boston Marathon and shares some life lessons on the Power Hour.

Hiring an associate doctor?

04 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Chris Lopez helps optometrists with contract review and negotiations. Listen to find out more about what associates are looking for. 

How to hold on to a great employee

27 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kayla Ashlee, founder of Spexy,  shares her secrets for success and the importance of training your new hires.

Train your staff members... with artificial intelligence?

13 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Daniel Rostenne, Founder and CEO at EyeCarePro, speaks with Bethany about AI and how you can use it to train your team.

Transform your practice with NeuroVisual Medicine

06 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Bethany talks to Debby Feinberg about Binocular Vision Dysfunction and how becoming NeuroVisual Specialist can help you change lives.

Building a personal brand

30 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Harbir Sian talks to Dr. Bethany Fishbein about how to build a personal brand. Check out Habir on Ted Talks

Creating a brand that represents your vision

23 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Topher Hall, Founder of Sprolo, talks about how to set your practice apart from the rest

Is a student intern right for your practice?

16 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Eric Hammond supervises 12 4th year interns every year. Learn how he makes this a success for his practice.

"Step Up Or Step Out: How To Deal With Difficult People Even If You Hate Conflict"

09 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Author Jonno White joins Bethany to talk about developing as a leader.

The power of planning

02 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Adam Cmejla returns to the podcast to talk about disaster planning. Disaster Planning Checklist

There's No Need For Sight When You Have A Vision

23 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

An interesting and inspiring conversation with 5x Paralympic medalist and world record holder, Lex Gillette.

Do you dream of freedom from Vision Plans?

16 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Bethany and Steve Alexander talk about the process of gaining freedom from insurance in your practice.

Before You Hire Your Next Employee, Listen To This!

09 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Background checks for new hires are critically important to protect your patients and your practice. Bethany and Tommy Huhn, CEO of National Applicant...

Transitioning Patients from Owner To Associates - Bethany's Guest Appearance on the 20/20 Money Podcast

02 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Adam Cmejla speaks to Bethany about her decision to leave patient care

Open Your Eyes

26 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Kerry Gelb spent 3 years creating a full-length documentary to educate the public about the important role of optometrists in disease prevention. ...

Building A Great Office For Kids

19 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Join Bethany as she talks with Dr. Nate Bonilla-Warford of Bright Eyes Kids and Bright Eyes Family Eye Care about how he followed his passion for pedi...

Surprise! The No Surprises Act DOES apply to optometrists

12 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joe DeLoach of Practice Compliance Solutions tells us what practice owners need to know about the No Surprises Act.

Is a hybrid program the right choice for optometry schools?

05 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Howard Purcell, President of NECO, talks about the school's innovative Hybrid OD program.

Beyond Dry Eye - Building A Self-Care Spa in Your Practice

22 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Janelle Davison talks about how responding to her patients' needs led her to create a spa within her practice.

Commitment to Serving Others

15 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our guests Dr. Amie Gisbert and Dr. Tim Lynch talk about why service is such a high priority for them and how they give the gift of sight to others. ...

Building A Practice, On Purpose

08 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Adam Cmejla, certified financial planner and founder of Integrated Planning & Wealth Management, LLC talks about how to plan your practice to serve yo...

What's your Vision for 2022 and Beyond?

01 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Hear from Jennifer Hudye, Founder and CEO of  Conscious Copy, about how to create your own Vivid Vision and set yourself up for future success.