What does a career in optometry actually look like?

In this episode of LIFE AS A.., we sit down with Dr. Deborah Wang, Director of Career Development at SUNY College of Optometry, to explore the wide-reaching world of vision care and professional growth in healthcare.

👁 From clinical practice to shaping young optometrists’ futures 📚 Behind the scenes carving out a career in optometry 💡 Real-world advice for aspiring optometrists and healthcare professionals

Whether you’re a student, career changer, or curious professional, this episode is packed with valuable insights!

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If you’re curious about what it takes to turn passion, purpose, and global perspective into a thriving rural revitalization business—this is a must-listen!

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What does it really take to build a mission-driven business in the Japanese countryside?

In this episode of LIFE AS A.., we sit down with Kira Bella rural revitalization entrepreneur and founder of Kirameki, to explore how she’s blending sustainability, cultural preservation, and community building in a remote Japanese town.

🌏 From 41 countries traveled to finding purpose in rural Japan

🎥 How her videos reached 4M+ views and earned her a tourism ambassador role

💡 Advice on using social media to build community, business, and impact

Whether you're a purpose-driven professional, aspiring entrepreneur, or just curious about a different way of life—this one’s for you.

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What does it really take to turn personal adversity into groundbreaking innovation?

In this episode of LIFE AS A.., we sit down with Katarina Maloney, biotech entrepreneur and founder of IQMIND, to uncover how her journey through traumatic brain injury led to building a company at the edge of science and tech.

🧠 From life-altering injury to launching a cutting-edge neurotech startup

🤝 Partnering with Red Bull, Harvard, and Yale to push brain performance forward

💡 Expert insights on mission-driven entrepreneurship and biotech innovation

Whether you're a startup founder, student, or purpose-driven professional, this episode is full of powerful takeaways!

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