

Getting Our Hands Dirty (Almost): Behind the Scenes at Europa Eyewear
Last month, we at Europa Eyewear were thrilled to host a special OWA regional event. Fourteen OWA members visited our factory for a...
Emily Perisin
Sep 6, 2024
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OWA Events At Vision Expo West
Vision Expo West in Las Vegas is just around the corner! The OWA is hosting 2 events during the conference. We welcome everyone to join...
OWA
Aug 30, 2024
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There’s A Course For That!
Look beyond YouTube and discover free online resources to sharpen your skills and help your career Here’s an expression that digital...
M.A. Giorgio
Aug 23, 2024
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From Contacts to Connections: Cultivating Relationships for Long-term Success
You know those people who enter a room, and you feel immediately drawn to them? Warmth and intentionality seem to radiate from them....
Alyssa Worley
Aug 16, 2024
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Moving Beyond Job Rejection
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...
Shawn Kramer
Aug 9, 2024
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2024 Most Influential Women In Optical OWA Members
This year marks Vision Monday’s 22nd annual Most Influential Women in Optical report. The Vision Monday editors selected 40 women who are...
OWA
Aug 2, 2024
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Keeping Politics Out Of The Workplace During An Election Year
A divisive election is looming, and companies are debating how best to manage the potential distraction and stress of uncertain times...
Celeste Vos
Jul 26, 2024
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Building Your Personal Brand: The Art Of Being The You That You Want Them to See
The idea of building a personal brand, especially in a professional setting, can (and understandably so) feel overwhelming. I am here,...
Allie Glick
Jul 19, 2024
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The Writer Within You: 5 Tips To Getting Your Prose Published
Whether it’s an email to colleagues or a comment on your sister’s cute first grader, writing is something we do in some form every day....
M.A. Giorgio
Jul 12, 2024
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Traveling Down A Two-Way Street: 10 Tips To Better Manage Professional Relationships
Perception:  offering input, feedback, suggestions, and/or direction to the person responsible for your career well-being can be scary. ...
Jennifer Trakhtenberg
Jun 28, 2024
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Compassion Counts For A Work-Life Balance
As in many workplaces post-Covid, my marketing team transitioned from an office environment to a work from home model. Change is...
Maria Petruccelli
Jun 21, 2024
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You’re Burned Out By Your Job. Now What?
In early 2022, I was reaching a breaking point at work. Â I was exhausted. I had daily tension headaches from sitting at my desk for long...
Christina Burns
Jun 14, 2024
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Fitting Fitness Into A Busy Schedule
Have you been sticking to your New Years Resolution? In a world full of fitness influencers, weight loss medications, and fad-diets the...
Lindsay Romah
Jun 7, 2024
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What’s Shared At An OWA Past-Presidents’ Retreat? Friendship, Trust, Unbreakable Bonds And A Lotta Fun!
It’s a privilege for me to let you know about something special that happened just over one month ago. It was the kind of event that...
Marge Axelrad
May 31, 2024
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Seeing The Future In Style: The Unveiling Of The OWA’s New Website!
After many months, tons of meetings, passionate brainstorming and dedicated work, the OWA’s new website is live, and we couldn’t be more exc
OWA
May 24, 2024
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Reclaiming 'Basic': Let Them Drink Pumpkin Spice Lattes
The term 'basic' has somehow become a staple in modern slang, often used to describe women who enjoy certain popular trends and...
Allie Glick
May 17, 2024
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Pulling Back The Mask On Imposter Syndrome
What do Emma Watson, Cheryl Sandberg, Maya Angelou, and Michelle Obama have in common? Besides being strong, influential leaders,...
Nicole Joli
May 11, 2024
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How The OWA Has Benefited These Clinicians
What are the benefits for opticians and ODs who join the OWA? OWA members, Jennifer Stewart, OD and Judy Quinones, LDO, ABOC-AC, NCLE,...
Jennifer L. Stewart, OD
May 3, 2024
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Networking As An Introvert
Introverts are not necessarily shy. When it comes to networking, we may feel like we’re working against our own nature.
Shawn Kramer
Apr 26, 2024
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From Entry-Level To C-Suite: Key Lessons From My Journey
I wouldn’t be where I am today without the support of others. The journey from entry level to C-suite was a road with bumps and detours...
Katie Lauver
Apr 19, 2024
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Get To Know OWA Lifetime Achievement Awardee, Marge Axelrad
Learn more about 2024 Lifetime Achievement Awardee: Marge Axelrad.
OWA
Apr 12, 2024
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The ClearVision-Adira Grant Program: Your $2,000 Opportunity
Building on our respective histories, the OWA and ClearVision are thrilled to introduce the ClearVision-Adira Grant Program.
OWA
Apr 10, 2024
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OWA At Vision Expo East 2024 [Photos]
Vision Expo East 2024 was held in New York for the last time, and it will be hard to top! The sold-out Champagne Breakfast at Gotham Hall...
OWA
Apr 5, 2024
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The Benefits of Mentor/Mentee Relationships
Mentorship helps career trajectory, offers guidance, fresh perspectives, and a safe space for growth.
Christina Burns
Mar 22, 2024
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