Business Of Architecture Podcast

Is blogging a good strategy for architects? In this episode of the Business of Architecture Podcast, you'll discover how a Manhattan-based architect grew his firm from one part-time intern to a staff of 5 in 18 months using a blogging strategy to get clients. Leave your thoughts in the comments below.   Register for the FREE Firm Freedom Formula Online Training: https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/freedomwebinar Get access to the 4-part firm profit map here: http://freearchitectgift.com.

Discover how architect Dan Sherer created a systematic marketing process for his architecture firm. Register for the FREE Firm Freedom Formula Online Training: https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/freedomwebinar Get access to the 4-part firm profit map here: http://freearchitectgift.com.

Today we speak with an architect who, three years ago, realized that his passion for the practice of architecture was dying. Perhaps you've felt this way or you feel this way now. Perhaps you feel that drafting away arranging details on sheets or answering RFIs isn't what you are cut out to do. Or maybe you just spend to much time doing the small stuff that saps your energy instead of the work that energizes and excites you - the reason you got into architecture in the first place. Instead of the excitement of working with clients and designing new clients, today's guest felt like he was jumping from meeting to meeting and project to project without making meaningful progress in his business. He had a fine income, but it wasn't great. He was feeling burn out in a major way and knew something had to change. Today's guest is architect Dan Sherer, founder and owner of Sherer and Associates, a firm with 2 offices based out of South Carolina. He shares his journey to creating a practice that he loves, with excitin

Have you ever wanted to work for clients with a mission that you are passionate about? Well, today we speak with Christina Congdon, project and operations manager of Environmental Works. Environmental Works is a Community Design Center based in Seattle Washington. In this episode we talk about what inspired Christina to follow a career path in Community Design. As the operations manager, she also shares some insight about how to handle the growing pains of a firm that is moving into a new stage of scale. Get access to the 4-part firm profit map here: http://freearchitectgift.com.

Have you ever wanted to work for clients with a mission that you are passionate about? Well, today we speak with Roger Tucker, the Executive Director of Environmental Works. Environmental Works is a Community Design Center based in Seattle Washington. In this episode, we discuss what it takes to run a Community Design Center, including the finances and the kind of work this firm does. Get access to the 4-part firm profit map here: http://freearchitectgift.com.

Craig Cody, a Certified Public Accountant, reached out and wanted to share some tax tips here on the show. He's a former New York City police officer and also a Certified Tax Coach, which basically means he specializes in helping business owners find the most tax efficient structure for their business. So if you're not in the US, a lot of the specifics we discuss won't be applicable to you. On the other hand, if you're getting ready to pay taxes or wondering if there are ways you can save some money ethically and legally in this area, then you'll find this conversation interesting and valuable. Access the FREE 4-part architecture firm profit map by clicking here.

Today I'm mixing it up. I had a breakthrough last week and I want to share it with you because I think it will help you. Legendary business consultant Jim Rohn is reported to have said, "You are the average of the 5 people you spend the most time with." What did he mean by that? Well, the people we associate with have the ability to pull us down, keep us where we are, or pull us up to another level. Let me give you an example. Back in middle school, there was this kid who I thought was pretty cool. He had long wavy hair and even a mustache. When you're in 6th-grade things like that are pretty important. Well, this kid swore like a sailor. F this, F that, you can imagine, but I can't repeat it because this is a G-rated show. You know what happened? I thought he was so cool, I started swearing. F this, F that. Well, that didn't go over too well when I let some of that slip at home. My mom had this container of liquid soap she would put down my mouth. Not the way I teach my kids, but let me tell you - it made an

On today's episode of the Business of Architecture show, you'll discover how a UK-based firm grew their practice in short order by using a few powerful yet simple business strategies. James Sizer and his wife Solam Sizer are directors of the firm SA Architectural Services, based out of Norwich, UK. In 2017, the firm joined the Architect Marketing Institute's firm accelerator program and has seen remarkable success since then. In today's episode, you'll hear James Sizer talk about the strategies he implemented. Get access to the 4-part firm profit map here: http://freearchitectgift.com .

Contracts form a large part of what we do as architects, because they form the basis for the services that we provide to our clients. Today we are honored to be joined by Ken Cobleigh, the managing director and counsel for the AIA Contract Documents program. Today we discuss the recently released 2017 AIA contract documents. A lot of thought and planning has gone into this latest revision. Whether or not you use the AIA contract documents in your firm, you'll find this conversation to be full of valuable insight about what to think about when you enter into an agreement with a client.

Meredith Bowles has been hailed as "“One of Britain’s top 10 architect provocateurs, who are shaking things up with bold, innovative designs.” In today's episode Meredith Bowles discuss his journey in the business of architecture building his design-focused firm Mole Architects. You'll discover: How to get more of the kind of work you want A methodology for business development How to get to the next level of projects that you aspire to work on Download the 4-part Architecture Firm Profit Map by visiting http://freearchitectgift.com.

Digital tools like Instagram, Facebook, podcasts and the like have opened up the possibilities for young and imaginative practices to get their message out there. In today's episode, Rion Willard interviews noted London designer Adam Nathaniel Furman. Furman has, as of this writing, almost 20k followers on Instagram. In this episode, Furman reflects on design, building a business that facilitates a lifestyle, and opening up dialogue through social media tools.

Have you ever felt like there's too much to get done in one day? And yet when we look at some of the world's most prolific entrepreneurs, like Richard Branson and Elon Musk, they way they've been able to build these great companies isn't by doing everything themselves. They succeed by succeeding through others. As I've researched what the world's most successful architecture and design firms do to succeed I've noticed that they have a culture of empowering a group of individuals to do their best work, enthusiastically. The best leaders know how to succeed through others, and this is the epitome of leadership. Today's guest is here to talk about being a better leader. How we can achieve results far beyond our own personal abilities by empowering others. Joining us is Dr. Peter Delisle, Hon. AIA. Dr. Delisle is a member of the executive education faculty at the University of Notre Dame. He is a principal with Educet and the principal instructor of the Emerging Leaders Program at AIA-Dallas. Access my free 4-par

Today you'll hear from a leading UK architect who has impacted the built environment through design and development.

Today we're going to pick up where we left off last week and talk with business expert Scott Beebe about actual case studies of architecture firm owners who are building a freedom firm - a firm that has real value, that can be sold if they choose, and that increases their net worth even when they aren't there. On today's show you'll discover: How to build an architecture firm you can sell (or transition to someone else) How to build the value of your firm How to create a firm that can run without you Case studies of architects that are building their freedom firm The freedom of an architect who travels the countryside in his RV

Today you'll hear from a guest who focuses on liberating architecture firm owners from the chaos of working in their business. Scott Beebe is a business growth and scaling expert who helps architecture firm owners create a firm that runs by itself. Billionaire real estate entrepreneur Gary Keller says that you are only a business owner if you can walk away from your business and your net worth increases. If you can't walk away from your business and increase your net revenue, you're just an employee of your business with management responsibilities and risk. In this interview, you'll discover how to create a business of which you are an owner, not just an employee. You'll learn how to create a business that has real value beyond you. With a business that practically runs itself, all areas of your life can improve - your relationships, your home life, and your personal quality of life. Stress can evaporate like the morning fog.

Today Rion Willard speaks with the accomplished, design-forward British architect Carl Turner. This episode is full of amazing insight into the business lessons that Carl Turner has learned as he has explored the intersection between great business and great design. On today's episode you'll discover: - How architect Carl Turner started his practice - How he designed his own award-winning house and leveraged that effort to get exposure and prominence through the media - How he uses the concept of "optimizing profit" (instead of "maximizing profit") to partner with development entities to create projects that revitalize underused areas I think you'll love this episode with Carl Turner, and if you do, I'd love to have you leave a review on iTunes or Stitcher.

Today is the 2nd half of my interview with architect Scott Lowe, co-founder of 5G Studio Collaborative. If you haven't listened to last week's episode #227, you'll definitely want to catch the first part of my conversation with Scott where he talks about how they grew their international design focused practice. This year 5G Studio collaborative was ranked #29 on the Architect 50 in the category of "Business" and #31 in the category of Design, which is impressive for a firm that was founded in 2005. In this episode, Scott talks about the importance of building a world-class team - that big results come from a team effort. In the last episode, you heard Scott hint at the "franchise" office model that they've used to open new office locations and provide opportunities for team members. In this episode we dive into this intriguing business model in detail. You'll also discover: Two hard lessons that Scott has learned in business How to respond when clients go to a cheaper firm How to create relationships that t

Today's interview is likely to blow your mind if you're looking to grow a profitable and impactful firm. Our guest today is Scott Lowe, co-founder of 5G Studio Collaborative, a firm with offices in Dallas, Atlanta, Miami and Asia. In this episode, Scott shares how he and his partners went from launching a furniture manufacturing business to running an internationally successful, design focused architecture firm. You'll also discover: How their furniture business opened up the avenues to launch an international practice in Asia. How they've applied the lessons they've learned in manufacturing to architecture Scott's simple process for building trust with new clients The "Godfather" offer that potential clients can't refuse You'll discover this and more in this interview with Architect Scott Lowe of 5G Studio Collaborative.

On today's episode of the Business of Architecture show we speak with Ed Bourget - a principal with saam architecture, based in Boston Massachusetts. Saam architecture offers some employee benefits I think you'll find to be very interesting - 100% flexible office hours and unlimited paid vacations. Today we talk about how to communicate as a team so that the team can accomplish powerful things together. You'll hear about the Monday meeting powow that ensures projects stay on track, and how to ensure team work and coordination among people who aren't in the same physical location.

Today we speak with architects Peter Exley FAIA and Jane Frederick FAIA. Peter Exley has established an internationally recognized practice of architecture for children, families, and communities, elevating the standards of design for learning and play environments. He is the co-founder of Architecture Is Fun, a Chicago-based architecture, design, and consulting firm. Robert Venturi, FAIA, and Denise Scott Brown, Hon. FAIA, once noted that the projects of Architecture Is Fun are ìworks of significance and relevance, joy and seriousness, range and depth.î Dedicated to helping the next generation of architects, Peter has also been an adjunct professor at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) for more than 20 years. Peter has served the AIA in a number of roles, including as President of AIA Chicago, Illinois regional representative to the Strategic Council, chair of the Public Awareness Campaign Subcommittee of the Public Outreach Committee, as well as a liaison to the Young Architects Forum. Jane F