Tag: be a leader
Resilience as a Leader
By Maria Sampalis, OD
Setbacks are inevitable. What defines a leader is not whether they fail, but how they respond. Resilience isn’t a mysterious trait...
International Women’s Day Guest Editorial: Authentic Leadership Begins with Presence
By Kim Rowan, LEAD for Growth
Sunday, March 8, 2026 is International Women’s Day. The day often highlights and celebrates stories of amazing women who...
How Calculated Risks Make You a Stronger Leader
By Maria Sampalis, OD
Leadership in optometry is not a title; it’s a habit. At its core it requires a willingness to leave the familiar,...
Be the Leader Who Others Want to Follow
In a recent Visionary Voices conversation brought to you by Alcon, Kristen Brotherson, general manager, US Vision Care at Alcon, and Kristin Anderson, OD,...
Navigating Leadership as a Female OD
Rachael Wruble, OD, an accomplished optometrist based in Belmont, North Carolina, took on significant leadership roles early in her career. After graduating from the...
The Meaning of Mentorship
At a Women In Optometry virtual board meeting, the matter of mentorship became a popular topic. While discussing the various ways one could get...
Are Cell Phones Productivity Boosts or Busts?
Are cell phones more of a tool or a distraction in the workplace? Women In Optometry asked this question in a recent Pop-up Poll....
