
“Don’t let finances hold you back” – Anoop on becoming a Partner
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For Anoop, becoming an Optometry Partner at Specsavers was a lifelong dream come true. While buying into a business can naturally come with some concerns, her journey highlights how she overcame those challenges to achieve her goal. Here’s her story, along with key insights into the partnership process at Specsavers.
Opening the door to partnership
Anoop takes immense pride in giving her best, whether as a resident optometrist or a pre-reg supervisor in her previous roles. Her commitment to excellence extended to exploring partnership opportunities, driven by curiosity and open conversations with her store directors.
“I wanted to understand what the role truly entailed,” Anoop shared. “I asked my previous partners candid questions like, ‘What does your day look like?’ and ‘What are the challenges?’” These discussions helped her assess whether the role suited her personality and skillset.
Anoop also engaged in self-reflection about her future. Imagining the life she wanted confirmed that partnership was the right path for her—an exercise she now encourages her own team to undertake.
The path to partnership
Anoop credits the Pathway program, which helps potential partners transition from optometrist to business owner, with preparing her for the change.
Once she became an approved partner, an opportunity arose at Specsavers Stone. “I had just bought a house, adopted a puppy, and wasn’t in the right headspace at the time, so I let it go,” she admitted. However, fate had other plans. The opportunity at Specsavers Stone came up again, and after receiving encouragement from colleagues, she decided to pursue it.
She visited the store, explored the area, and met the existing partners to discuss the opportunity. After attending the formal selection process, Anoop received the good news just days later—she was officially a partner!
Support along the way
Anoop highlights the vital role the partner recruitment team played during the process. Her point of contact, Jane, was especially supportive. “Jane was so open and reassuring. She guided me through every step, answering questions and providing encouragement,” Anoop said. “Having someone in your corner makes all the difference.”
Addressing financial concerns
Anoop acknowledges that the financial aspect of buying into a business initially felt daunting. “It’s like taking on another mortgage,” she explained. However, with the guidance of the recruitment team and support from a finance company familiar with Specsavers’ joint venture partnership model, she gained clarity and confidence.
“They explained the figures and repayment process in detail,” Anoop said. “As long as you’re financially responsible, it’s manageable. I wouldn’t let finances deter anyone from pursuing partnership.”
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If you want to learn more about becoming a business owner with Specsavers, the best way to do that is to have a quick chat with our Partnership Team to discuss any questions you might have.
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