The Focused View

14/12/2025

At the heart of optometry?

People.

Every patient who walks through your door is more than a prescription. They’re a person with unique needs, concerns, and stories. It’s the genuine human connection, trust, and care you show that truly grow your practice.

Happy Monday, everyone! Here’s to a week full of meaningful connections with your patients!

More inspirational tips and stories? Listen to The Focused View. Catch us on Spotify, YouTube, Apple Podcast, and on our website at www.thefocusedview.com.au!

12/12/2025

Workflows matter way more than most clinics realise.

Swipe through and you’ll see why.

In Episode 42, our guest, Erich Mattei, breaks down how strong workflows don’t just make your life easier but they can seriously boost profitability as well.

Listen now! Go to www.thefocusedview.com.au!

12/12/2025

Our next guest on The Focused View on Tuesday is none other than Grant Hannaford - 2022 International Optician of the Year, Co-Founder and Director of the Academy of Advanced Ophthalmic Optics (AAOO), and an accomplished Ophthalmic Physicist with a Doctorate from Aston University in the UK.

Grant initially trained as a dispensing optician and subsequently completed degrees in the Sciences, focusing on mathematics, physics, lens design, and optometry.

Grant continues to inspire, educate, and shape the future of eye care, and we’re thrilled to share his insights and vision in this episode. Stay tuned!

11/12/2025

For those who are thinking of launching their own practice, here’s the truth: A successful start isn’t luck.
It’s structure.

According to Erich Mattei, these three phases make all the difference:
1. PLAN
2. DEVELOP
3. LAUNCH

Find out more about these steps in Episode 42 of The Focused View. Check it from your favourite podcasting platform:
🎧Website: https://bit.ly/4ixgOew
🎧Spotify: https://bit.ly/49W2R7U
🎧Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Y4J5zE
🎧YouTube: https://bit.ly/4rOjUiB

10/12/2025

According to Erich Mattei, President and Chief Vision Officer of Akrinos, the biggest mistake owners make is waiting too long. A smooth, profitable transition doesn’t happen by accident. It starts years before the sale.

If you want to protect your legacy and maximise your valuation, this episode is non-negotiable.

Watch the full interview on YouTube now! https://bit.ly/4iMl4qJ

10/12/2025

Our upcoming guest on The Focused View next Tuesday has a career spanning nearly three decades in optics, blending hands-on practice with scientific research and education.

With experience in lecturing, leading education programs, and founding an ophthalmic education initiative, he continues to make a major impact on the profession. His dedication to learning and innovation has earned him international recognition as well.

Can you guess who our mystery guest might be? Find out this Friday!

09/12/2025

Workflows matter way more than most clinics realise.

Swipe through and you’ll see why.

In Episode 42, our guest, Erich Mattei, breaks down how strong workflows don’t just make your life easier but they can seriously boost profitability as well.

Listen now!
🎧Website: https://bit.ly/4ixgOew
🎧Spotify: https://bit.ly/49W2R7U
🎧Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Y4J5zE
🎧YouTube: https://bit.ly/3MeuU8J

07/12/2025

Erich Mattei breaks down a 3-step approach:
🕐 Analysis – Look inside your practice and at the untapped external market.
🕑 Strategy – Build a plan that engages the right stakeholders.
🕒 Implementation – Follow up consistently and track the numbers.

Don’t spend on tools that gather dust. Instead, invest in a plan that drives real growth!

Listen to this episode now!
🎧Website: https://bit.ly/4ixgOew
🎧Spotify: https://bit.ly/49W2R7U
🎧Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Y4J5zE
🎧YouTube: https://bit.ly/3MeuU8J

04/12/2025

Private equity deals look shiny as seen on LinkedIn posts, industry articles, success stories, but what you don’t see is the fallout behind the scenes.

Erich Mattei dives into the real side of selling in Episode 42: Beyond the Plateau: Modernising and Reigniting Your Practice for Growth.

Your practice, your choice. But... know the full picture.

Listen to this episode now!
🎧Website: https://bit.ly/4ixgOew
🎧Spotify: https://bit.ly/49W2R7U
🎧Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Y4J5zE
🎧YouTube: https://bit.ly/3MeuU8J

04/12/2025

Hit a plateau in your practice?

The opportunity is there. You just need to look closely. Erich Mattei of Akrinos breaks down how diving into your finances and operations can reveal untapped growth and hidden potential.

Get some valuable insights from Episode 42 of The Focused View. Check our channel on Apple Podcasts here https://apple.co/4he4krf , or simply head to www.thefocusedview.com.au where all of our episodes are posted.

02/12/2025

New month, new episode, and a milestone to celebrate!

We’ve reached 3,500 downloads!

It’s been an incredible year, and we’re so thankful to all our guests and listeners!

Here’s to continuing the conversation, sharing insights, and growing together in the year ahead!

02/12/2025

New Episode Alert!

Many practices hit a wall where growth feels stalled, even though you know more is possible. The key? Finding the strategies to move beyond the plateau.

We’re continuing our conversation with Erich Mattei, President and Chief Vision Officer of Akrinos, a US-based practice management consultancy for eye care businesses.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
✅ How to launch a practice successfully
✅ Identifying growth opportunities in established practices
✅ Financial, operational, and human strategies to build a future-ready business
✅ Workflow optimisation, team accountability, mentorship, and succession planning

Watch the full episode on YouTube for actionable advice, mindset shifts, and strategies to expand and grow! https://bit.ly/4it5rnQ

Every practice reaches that moment when growth feels …stuck, and you can sense there's more potential, but you're not quite sure where to find it. The good n...