Matt Kleir is a combat vetran, teacher, contractor, multiple business owner, father, husband, and pilot. He is a great storyteller and we are sharing this episode in two parts. Matt joins the podcast to share his life story and we discuss how the American Dream is built on sweat, experience, growth through experience. To connect with Matt:

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Dr. Chris Wolfe discusses the impact of private equity on patient care and the evolving healthcare landscape. It highlights the trend of physicians leaving private practice and opting for employment with larger health systems or corporate entities. The declining reimbursement rates and rising costs pose challenges for optometrists, leading to the need for strategic thinking and adaptability. The influence of private equity raises concerns about the standardization of care and the loss of autonomy for practitioners. The conversation emphasizes the importance of telling the story of independent optometry and the need to provide personalized, patient-centered care.

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Werner Gellermann, PhD joins to discuss the opportunities and challenges measuring carotenoids in human skin and retinal tissue. Visit this YouTube link to see powerpoint slides Dr Gellermann shares during the discussion.

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In this conversation, Chris and Dr. Haley Perry discuss the current state of AI and its potential threats and opportunities for the profession. They explore fears related to AI replacing eye care professionals and the potential loss of patient care. They also discuss the mistrust of AI and concerns about data privacy. The conversation delves into how AI works and the challenges of teaching and guiding AI systems. They touch on the importance of understanding AI and its limitations, as well as the need for continued education and adaptation to stay relevant in the field. In this conversation, Haley and Chris discuss the opportunities and challenges of using AI in optometry practices. Haley emphasizes that AI is still in its infancy and has immense potential to improve efficiency and patient care. They explore various applications of AI, such as analyzing practice finances, generating patient communication, diagnosing OCT images, and creating course outlines. They also discuss the ethical considerations and potential pitfalls of AI, including the ability to mimic voices and manipulate information. Haley offers a course on AI in optometry and provides consulting services to help practitioners implement AI in their practices.

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The most effective leaders are Supercommunicators. What is a "Supercommunicator," according to author Charles Duhigg? Someone who makes conversation easy, enjoyable, and lasting and who helps us feel heard and known when we are around them. Thankfully, supercommunicating is a skill that can be learned. Drs Kyle Klute and Brianna Rhue join to discuss how we apply what we learned from the book to our personal and professional lives.

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I bet you feel like you already have enough to do. A lot of what you do (many tasks you shouldn’t be doing), should be done by someone else in the business. And it will be done at least 80% as well as, if not better than, if you do it. It will also cost you less for others to do it. Here’s the real secret; they love doing the stuff you hate to do. That frees you up to do the things that only you can do. But if you want your tasks to persevere, you must make your instructions clear. Today we are going to demystify delegation by discussing a lesson I got from my time with Michael Hyatt’s Business Accelerator program. I’ll also share the tools to support you in becoming a better leader by better delegation https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZUAWtMc9s4V4uENXxSLjpmfHDh68TgTv/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=117287118297096999307&rtpof=true&sd=true

David Edler recently retired from a successful career working in optometry, starting at Wesley Jessen and then spending most of his time with Vision Source helping independent optometrists achieve their full potential. Over the past 40 years, he worked in sales, customer service, project management, marketing, training, stand-up comedy, storytelling, klezmer musician, neighborhood rock band keyboards, back vocals, recovering trumpet player, marching band enthusiast and youth athletics coach. David, along with his wife Abby, a hand-writing analyst, and their energetic black lab live in the Midwest suburbs. To connect and see how they can help your company or organization visit Edler Communications (https://edlercommunications.weebly.com/) or email: [email protected] Show Sponsors: CooperVision, MacuHealth

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Dr. Aaron Werner discusses the importance of tracking business metrics in a practice and shares his approach to monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs). He emphasizes the value of regularly reviewing metrics to identify areas of improvement and make informed decisions. Some of the key metrics he tracks include revenue per exam, revenue per doctor hour, revenue per staff hour, capture rates, and material revenue sales per contact lens. He also highlights the significance of tracking metrics related to specific goals or areas of focus, such as the percentage of comprehensive exams referred for a dry eye workup. Dr. Werner believes that actively engaging with the data and maintaining a separate spreadsheet helps to foster a deeper understanding of the practice's performance.

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• Optometrists often struggle with the cognitive anchor of the annual eye exam, which limits their ability to schedule patients for more frequent visits.

In this conversation, Laurie Sorrenson and Chris discuss the importance of seeking help and building a team in both personal and professional aspects of life. They touch on Laurie's experience with her husband's resistance to getting hearing aids and how it relates to the challenges of asking for help in business. They explore the roles of CEO, CFO, and COO in a practice and the value of hiring consultants and advisors. Laurie emphasizes the need for a strong team and the importance of implementing strategies to achieve the vision of the practice. In this conversation, Laurie Sorrenson and Chris discuss the importance of hiring the right people for leadership positions within a practice. They explore the challenges of promoting from within and the potential pitfalls of the Peter's principle. Laurie shares her experience with her own chief operating officer (COO) and emphasizes the importance of finding someone who is a good fit for the role, even if they don't fit the traditional mold. They also discuss the need for clear communication and belief in the practice's mission and values.

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