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Here’s a Convincing Metaphor for Parents Who Won’t Update Their Child’s Prescription

A child’s feet change over time; why wouldn’t their eyes?

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1 year ago

October 1, 2018

INVISION Staff Invision October 2018 Issue

If his foot grows do you keep him in the same size shoe?

Why say it? With parents who feel changing a child’s prescription is what makes their vision worse. — Cynthia Sayers, OD, Eyeshop Optical Center, Lewis Center, OH

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When You’re Passionate About Eye Care, the Right Technology Matters

Lisa Genovese, O.D., strives to give her patients the very best. At Insight Eye Care’s multiple locations, Dr. Genovese provides optimal care for her patients using the Reichert® Phoroptor® VRx Digital Refraction System. In this second Practice Profile Video from Reichert’s “Passionate About Eye Care” series, take a closer look and see how this eye care professional achieved a better work-life balance with equipment that’s designed and engineered in the U.S.A.

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What to Say to Boost Event and Trunk Show Attendance

The secret is to keep the call casual and friendly…

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2 months ago

November 13, 2019

INVISION Staff

WHAT TO SAY: “We’re having a party — come along!”

When to use it: Successful events such as trunk shows require telephone reach-out, something many optical store owners dread. The secret is to keep the call casual and friendly, and also make the event seem as low key and fun as possible. Everyone loves a party!

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The Easy Question to Ask a Customer When You Feel They May Be Overwhelmed with Choices

It prompts them to make an emotional selection.

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3 months ago

October 16, 2019

INVISION Staff

WHAT TO SAY: “So, tell me, are any of these frames speaking to you?”

WHY ASK IT? Useful when you’ve presented a lot of items, such as a large selection of branded sunwear, to a customer. The line prompts the client to make an emotional selection.

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Grab that Cold Call Listener in 30 Seconds

We’ve got the perfect humorous opener to take the annoyance out of your telemarketing calls.

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5 months ago

August 26, 2019

INVISION Staff

WHAT TO SAY? “Hi, this is Julie Jensen from the Jensen Opticals, and this is a cold call. I bet you get millions of these. Bite your tongue — here’s another one. I wanted to follow up on that cute little card we sent you inviting you to our store event.”

WHY SAY IT? When you telemarket, as you sometimes have to do, you’ve got 30 seconds to establish rapport. Humor is the fastest way to do that.

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