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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Domiciliary optometrist and business owner, Jon Deegan, on finding variety and a healthy work/life balance in the Lake District
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Optometrist, Don Williams, on how his practice is rewriting the rule book and allowing ophthalmologists and optometrists to work together more closely
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Research advisor at the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), Melanie Green (pictured), on the trends and changes to the workforce
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Practice owner and principal dispensing optician, John Fried, discusses what he is looking for in an optometrist as he seeks to fill a full-time vacancy
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Optometrist and practice director, Pam Robertson, on the importance of higher qualifications as she recruits for an optometrist at her Forfar-based independent
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Optometrist and founder, Tanjit Dosanjh, shares insight into what he is looking for when recruiting practitioners to deliver eye care in prisons across the UK
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Optometrist and practice owner, Ruth Low, looks for personal development and professional progression when recruiting new staff, as well as a good handshake
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Lead optometrist at Cubitts, Jewlsy Mathews (pictured), discusses the importance of the cover letter and how a little research can go a long way
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Optometrist and clinical director, Hannah Shooter, on the benefits of getting to know potential candidates in a relaxed setting
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Optometrist and independent practice owner, Martin Steels, on his informal interview approach and how communication is key when applying for a role