Thrive with Confidence
Welcome to “Thrive with Confidence!” Listen to the Advisors from Acquios discuss the Alliance, a buying group that connects private practices with trusted vendors and expert support. We will feature discussion with our Vendor partners and Optometrist members, while we explore topics that will Empower Your Independence! If you would like to learn more about Acquios Alliance, please head to acquiosalliance.com or check out our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/acquiosalliance/. Our Theme Song is "On My Way" by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4163-on-my-wayLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Episodes
With the latest updates announced in the last quarter regarding student loans, specifically the SAVE Plan, do you know how these changes can affect your student loan payment?
Have you set a plan on how to tackle student loan debt with a certified student loan professional?
Join the conversation today as Scott chats with Pat Logue of Prudent Financial Planning to discuss the recent updates for student loans. Pat shares his knowledge...
Listen in as Scott Cline sits down with Monica Joseph-LaTange with Gusto! This is the start of a great series regarding important HR and Payroll topics with expertise provided by Gusto!
Monica provides insightful details about how to properly classify your team members when it comes to payroll compliance.
Questions answered in this episode include:
- Should my team member be classified as an employee or independent contractor?
- Wha...
Listen in on this exciting episode where Scott Cline sits down with Jamie Erhardt, Director of Client Services EGC Group!
Jamie shares information about EGC Group and how they can assist private practices with their marketing needs! During the conversation, they discuss the impact social media and other digital media has on marketing for a practice.
Do you wonder how AI can impact your marketing strategy? Jamie shares her insight o...
Join the conversation as Scott sits down with Blake Farrow, Director of Business Development with Adit!
Blake shares how Adit provides an all-in-one software solution for patient communication in optometry practices. After taking time to grow and develop the system in the dentistry sector, Adit started providing services to optometry in 2024. Since then they have quickly developed a loyal following.
Check out the episode to learn m...
Companies have to be adaptable to keep up with the ever changing world, but this doesn't mean their values have to change.
Scott Cline is joined by Scott Shapiro, Executive Director with Europa, to discuss how Europa is handling the recent changes in the Economic landscape. Scott Shapiro shares how Europa has and will continue to stay true to their foundational values. They also discuss how the iconic line of American Optical ...
Join in the conversation as Scott chats with Samin Pezeshk, OD, an Owner of San Antonio Eyeworks, as they discuss Transition Products including Transition's DriveWear Lenses!
Dr. Pezezhk shares a doctor's perspective how Transitions impact a patients eye health. Scott learns how the technology from Transitions has enhanced and the shift from dark to light has improved.
Transitions' DriveWear lens can be a game changer...
Following the previous episode about taking vision plans in your practice, you don't want to miss this incredible discussion with DirectOD!
Join Scott as he talks with Jason Davis and Cody Tomasik with DirectOD! This can be a valuable asset to any practice looking to find freedom from vision plans. Jason and Cody explain how to implement your office's own plan and how DirectOD works.
For more information or to connect wit...
Should we accept Third Party Benefits? Do we need to?
Scott and Rick discuss these questions during their conversation. Listen to hear how your practice can grow without depending on them!
Reach out to us at info@acquiosalliance.com for questions or to submit a topic for discussion!
In this episode of Thrive with Confidence, hosts Scott Cline and Rick Guinotte sit down with marketing and business expert Rony Daniel, founder of Private Practice Help, to uncover the secrets behind dominating the optometry space. Rony shares his journey from building a thriving optometry practice with his wife to becoming a trusted partner for private practices looking to grow and succeed.
Tune in as they discuss essential marketi...
Time flies when you're having fun! We can't believe January 2025 is here and marks the 10th anniversary of Acquios Advisors.
Listen in as Rick Guinotte and Tim Merrigan reflect on the last 10 years with Scott Cline! They share the story of how the word Acquios was created, why Acquios Advisors is signified by a shield, and what they believe the upcoming years will look like.
Acquios Advisors has only be...
Are you looking for CE credit opportunities?
Have you planned your team retreat for 2025 yet?
Need an excuse to check out the beautiful city of Kansas City?
If your answer is yes to any or all of these questions, look no further than Empowerment '25! Happening March 28th and 29th, this is a perfect opportunity to listen to COPE approved and ABO approved lectures, talk with independent driven vendor...
Join the conversation as Scott and Rick learn of another specialty to expand the level of care you can provide to your patients! They talk with Dr. Brett Richardson with Derma Cautery about how to implement chemical cauterization for benign skin lesions into a practice.
Dr. Richardson explains the positive impact this process has for patients and the ease of introducing this specialty into the practice. It requires a mini...
Everyone has their own reason for choosing private practice. What makes private practice special? How is it unique to other areas of the optometric industry?
Listen in on the first part of the conversation as Scott sits down with Matt Rosner to discuss the reasons why private practice is special and unique.
PART TWO COMING SOON!
How do you decide which practice management system and EHR to implement in your practice? Should price be the only factor?
Join the conversation as Scott chats with Rick and Tim about what items to consider when you evaluating and comparing practice management systems!
For more information or reach out with questions to info@acquiosalliance.com!
How do you decide which vendors to work with? Who do you trust to assist you professionally when it comes to accounting, legal, or general advice questions?
Join the conversation as Rick, Tim, and Scott discuss factors you need to consider when you are choosing who you partner and work with.
Have questions? Reach out to us at info@acquiosalliance.com.
One of the aspects of owning a business is inspecting what you expect. Measures need to be put in place to ensure loss, whether it is money, inventory, or even time, is not happening in your practice.
Listen in to hear advice from Rick, Teresa, Scott, and Kendall on how to put loss prevention measures in place!
For questions or to suggest a topic, reach out to us at Info@acquiosalliance.com!
Listen in as Scott sits down with Ron Vinceslio, founder of Optical Vantage Lab!
Optical Vantage is a Veteran-Owned, Independent lab who provides top-notch service. Ron explains what makes his lab unique with the service they provide!
If you would like to connect with Ron, please reach out at info@acquiosalliance.com!
Check out their website at OpticalVantage.com!
When choosing vendors to align your practice with, why not choose one who will go above and beyond for you?
Mick Kunish, Director of Business Development with Charmant USA, chats with Tim and Scott about how Charmant goes the extra mile for their clients. The service level you will receive is second to none!
To connect with Mick or learn more about Charmant, reach out to us at info@acquios.com!
To lear...
Scott chats with Rick and Tim from Acquios Advisors about when should owning doctors start creating their exit plan. They also discuss what components to consider to make the process as seamless as possible.
For more information or to talk with Acquios Advisors about exit and succussion planning, reach out to them at info@acquios.com!
Scott, Tim, and Kendall the importance of accountability. A team works together great, when everyone shows up! They talk about how to hold a team accountable for their attendance, actions, and more.
To submit a topic for the podcast, reach out to info@acquiosalliance.com!
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