88. Mindful Leadership, Coaching & Eye Care with Dr.Melissa Barnett
In this episode of Nerdy Optometrist, we welcome Dr. Melissa Barnett — world-renowned optometrist, educator, author, certified coach, and host of the Clearly KC podcast.
Dr. Barnett shares her journey from clinical excellence in dry eye disease, specialty and scleral lenses, keratoconus, and presbyopia to embracing coaching, mindful leadership, and wellness as a new avenue for impact.
We discuss what inspired her transition, how mindfulness works in today’s competitive healthcare landscape, the real benefits coaching offers optometrists and professionals, and success stories from her clients. She also opens up about the challenges she faced while building this path and the lessons learned along the way.
Recognized with honors such as the Legends Award, Scleral Lens Practitioner of the Year, and named one of Vision Monday’s Most Influential Women in Optical, Dr. Barnett continues to shape the future of eye care and leadership.
Key Takeaways:
• Dr. Barnett’s transition into coaching and mindful leadership
• How wellness and leadership create sustainable success in practice
• Real-world benefits of coaching for optometrists and professionals
• Success stories, challenges, and honest lessons from her journey
• A powerful final takeaway message for anyone seeking growth
& more…
And don’t miss the fun finale, our “This or That” game segment, where we get to know Dr. Barnett beyond the titles!
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