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When we share knowledge, we encourage collaboration and innovation. We learn from each other's experiences and insights, fostering...

There’s something powerful about stepping outside of your daily responsibilities and immersing yourself in another facet or area of your...

Looking for a job when you have a college diploma is hard enough; looking for a job when you don’t have a degree can be even harder....

Imagine if, instead of waiting to be asked, you — as a mentor — took the first step and said, “Would you like me to mentor you?” Rather...

A few years ago, I was promoted into a management role overseeing former peers. I’d been in supervisory positions before but never for a...

Have you uncovered the impact of an unexpected mentor? When are you planning to stop learning? I would bet my favorite pair of eyewear...

Do you ever have a song pop into your head when you least expect it? I get that little explosion of memory, and sometimes, along with the...

Years ago, we were introduced to the phrase "a pebble in your shoe” as being a catalyst for change. The concept was explored in the...

As part of my end of day ritual, I scrolled on my phone and saw ad after ad promising quick fixes, overnight weight loss, and rapid...

If you’ve logged onto the new OWA website, chances are you’ve seen the Community Corner Section! If you haven’t logged onto the...

And just like that, we're at the end of the year. From professional development, to events attended, to personal insights — the OWA's...

Knowledge-sharing fosters collaboration and innovation, allowing us to learn from one another's experiences and insights. This exchange...

This past year I have been on a journey, working to expand my network, experimenting with different ways to grow both personally and...

In optometry, it can feel like the path to career advancement is mostly about gaining technical expertise. But the truth is, those skills...

As I sit in my office, juggling branding initiatives and brainstorming new marketing ideas, an early career moment comes to mind. An old...

As a people-pleaser, it has always been important that my colleagues trust me to do my job competently and on time.   While being a...

We’ve heard and read it a thousand times; women are seen as nurturing and empathetic, while men tend to be perceived as more assertive...

Look beyond YouTube and discover free online resources to sharpen your skills and help your career Here’s an expression that digital...

If you’re a working professional—if you’re a human—you’ve dealt with it. You poured hours into an application, tailored your resume and...

The idea of building a personal brand, especially in a professional setting, can (and understandably so) feel overwhelming. I am here,...