The 20/20 Podcast

Every doctor wants to influence positive change in their patients’ lives. Skills in sales and selling are needed, and Dr. Steve Vargo is here to explain why! Steve is an optometrist, a published author, a speaker, and IDOC’s Optometric Practice Management Consultant. With his vast experience, he shares insights on how doctors should approach sales by influencing change rather than merely selling a product. He joins Harbir Sian to give tips and offer a new perspective on selling. He grabs insights from his new book, Prescribing Change: How to Make Connections, Influence Decisions and Get Patients to Buy Into Change. Tune in to learn more about this customer-centric service first approach!

Dry eye afflicts a third of older people, and one in ten of younger patients. To combat this condition, physicians have used a multitude of treatments, including nutraceuticals such as Omega-3. In this episode, Harbir Sian interviews Dr. Kimberly Friedman as she shares some eye-opening findings about the power of Omega-3 for our ocular systemic health. Dr. Friedman is one of the founders of Moorestown Eye Associates and the VP of Physician Recommended Nutraceuticals (PRN). She shares step by step discussion points for patient interactions and how to know which omega is right for you and your patients. Tune in for more expert insights from Dr. Friedman today.

Simon Robert is the Senior Director of Group Mission and Public Affairs at Essilor Canada. He leads the charge in Essilor's mission of improving lives by improving sight.

With almost 20 years of experience in the world of corporate social responsibility, Simon has mastered the art of building partnerships, "winning" negotiations, and finding creative ways to achieve big goals.

Connect with Simon:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonrobert/

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Hot off the heels of the BC Doctors of Optometry conference this weekend, I am energized and excited to share what I think was the most important take away of the weekend for me: abundance.

In this episode I discuss how believing that there is enough water in jug to fill all our cups (having an abundance mindset) will change the way you look at your personal and professional life.

Also, how to deal with those around us who do not have this outlook.

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At some point or another, we will all face some hard times. Whether its studying for big exams, career-related decisions, or personal challenges.

In this installment of Eye2Eye, I share some thoughts into how we can get through the most overwhelming moments in our lives. The secret happens to lie in a Disney song.

Watch the full episode at YouTube.com/HarbirSianOD

Connect with Harbir - Instagram.com/harbirsian.od

Angus Reid podcast - http://www.aboutmyeyes.com/podcast/2019/11/19/episode-6-angus-reid-discusses-how-learning-to-succeed-as-a-pro-football-player

Amy Cuddy Ted Talk - https://www.ted.com/talks/amy_cuddy_your_body_language_may_shape_who_you_are?language=en

Dr. Solomon Gould is a professional speaker, practice management consultant, and owner of two private practices in the Twin Cities area. He also happens to have an MBA in Healthcare Administration.

In this episode, we chat about foundational business concepts that will be relevant to business owners, associates, and staff.

Learn more about the MBA In A Day seminar happening on September 12: https://www.aoece.com/webinars

Connect with Dr. Gould:

Email - [email protected]

Social - @drgould2020

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Since starting The 20/20 Podcast, I have wanted to take time to share insights from my personal experience and from the incredible wisdom my amazing guests have shared with me.

In this new segment on The 20/20 Podcast I will be opening up to share some of these deeper insights that I find myself discussing with friends, colleagues, and guests during more vulnerable conversations.

I hope you find some value in these thoughts and I hope they can help you grow and succeed in your journey as well!

In the first episode of Eye2Eye, I discuss something I call the ebb and flow of productivity. Over the years, I found myself going through these highs and lows of productivity/creativity. In the past, during the low, I would feel anxious and constantly be looking for ways to get back into a more productive state.

However, what I have found more recently is that there is value in leaning into the "ebb state" to learn more about yourself and your journey.

You can find more videos at Instagram.com/harbirsian.od

Since completing his training at the prestigious McGill University in Montreal, Dr. Charles Posternack has had an intriguing journey as a medical doctor. He has been the team physician for an NHL hockey team, chief medical officer for a number of non-profit and for-profit organizations, and the Cofounder of Avulux. Avulux, which has been approved as a Class 1 Medical Device in Canada, is a lens that has been scientifically designed to reduce the impact of light sensitivity and migraines. In this episode, Dr. Posternack shares some truly interesting insights into the science and tech that goes into these lenses, as well as his inspiring journey as a medical professional.

Learn more about Avulux:

Avulux.com

Avulux.ca

Instagram.com/avulux

Harnarayan Singh is a play-by-play commentator on Hockey Night in Canada. He is also the author of the national bestselling book One Game At A Time, which has received praise from countless iconic figures in the hockey world. In this episode, Harnarayan discusses his journey from a childhood dream, to facing direct (and hidden) racism, to standing on stage in front of thousands of fans at the Stanley Cup Parade in Pittsburgh.

Connect with Harnarayan: instagram.com/icesingh

Dr. Mahnia Madan is the Vice President of the BC Doctors of Optometry, a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry, and she is blazing a new path in the world of dry eye treatment.

In this episode of The 20/20 Podcast, Dr. Madan shares how she had to create her own path, the value she sees in contributing to the profession, and how she balanced it all with her family.

Connect with Dr. Madan:

www.vancouvereyedr.ca

instagram.com/dr.mahnia.madan