Career development
Insight into the career options that are available within optics from those who have been there and done it
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Director at Pirrie Optometrists, David Guttridge-Smith, discusses the benefits of a structured interview process and the advantages of asking for clarity if you do not understand a question
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Consultant ophthalmologist and chief medical officer at Visulytix, Sameer Trikha, discusses the synergies between eye care and technology and how he believes artificial technology will impact optics
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Co-owner of Sherratt Opticians, Sarah Caddy, on getting your personality across in an interview and the importance of fitting into the team
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AOP Awards Contact Lens Practitioner of the Year 2019, Bhavin Shah, on developing his own practice and advancing his interests in contact lenses and children’s vision
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Co-owner of Timlins Opticians, Ian Peaceful, discusses the importance of letting your personality shine through
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Optometrist and life and business coach, Pinky Ghadiali, shares advice on coping with work-related stress
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Owner of Heals Opticians, Nikky Ridley, on the benefits of an informal interview approach and how it helps her find the right candidates
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Optometrist and practice owner of Corsham Opticians, Cilla Hubbard, on what she looks for in potential colleagues and the importance of making eye contact and smiling during the interview
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Garry Kousoulou tells OT that “the future of recruitment is based around social media and happiness"
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A report has found that 68.7% of optometrist postings stay vacant for at least 60 days