EPISODE · Jun 4, 2026 · 23 MIN
Excellence vs Success: The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything | E308
from Optometry: The Ultimate O.D. · host Optometry: The Ultimate O.D. Podcast
Excellence vs Success: The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything | E308Highlights from this episode:Excellence vs Success: The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything (00:56)Closing Thought: Preparing for a Future (21:30)As practice owners, it’s easy to get obsessed with revenue goals, new technology, and the next big opportunity—but I’ve learned that real growth comes from mastering the fundamentals. In this episode, we're talking about why excellence is about who you become, not what you achieve, and why connection, consistency, and discipline will always outperform chasing flashy success. I also break down the single most important lesson I want a new associate doctor to learn: how to make patients feel heard, valued, and understood. If you want a stronger practice, a better team, and more loyal patients, this conversation is a reminder that the basics never stop mattering.Join in the conversation and subscribe to the podcast to keep up with all the great content coming down the pipe! For exclusive content, be sure to register your email on our website and I will be sending out newsletters and other great bonuses as we go. I love getting feedback, questions, suggestions, etc. so contact me atwww.theultimateod.com, on social media (click here for ->YouTube,Twitter,Instagram,Facebook) OR, just shoot me an email at [email protected] and I’d be happy to chat!
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Excellence vs Success: The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything | E308Highlights from this episode:Excellence vs Success: The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything (00:56)Closing Thought: Preparing for a Future (21:30)As practice owners, it’s easy to get obsessed with revenue goals, new technology, and the next big opportunity—but I’ve learned that real growth comes from mastering the fundamentals. In this episode, we're talking about why excellence is about who you become, not what you achieve, and why connection, consistency, and discipline will always outperform chasing flashy success. I also break down the single most important lesson I want a new associate doctor to learn: how to make patients feel heard, valued, and understood. If you want a stronger practice, a better team, and more loyal patients, this conversation is a reminder that the basics never stop mattering.Join in the conversation and subscribe to the podcast to keep up with all the great content coming down the pipe! For exclusive content, be sure to register your email on our website and I will be sending out newsletters and other great bonuses as we go. I love getting feedback, questions, suggestions, etc. so contact me atwww.theultimateod.com, on social media (click here for ->YouTube,Twitter,Instagram,Facebook) OR, just shoot me an email at [email protected] and I’d be happy to chat!
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