Life of an Architect

FEBRUARY 27, 2014

I have almost always worked in small firms – except for that one time when I didn’t, which wasn’t a bad year but it cemented in my mind that my skill set is better suited for a small architectural firm. Here are my Top 5 Reasons to work in a Small Architectural Firm: 1.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

Originally published in 2013 as Part 4 of the original EntreArchitect Academy Blog Series, this final article of our month dedicated to Business Development shares my firm’s simple sales system. A Simple Sales System for Small Firm Architects. You can read the entire original 2013 blog series here. We hit a wall.

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 20, 2017

Every magazine and blog is running an article about how to plan for 2018. This quiet time would clear my mind and prepare me for the “chaos” that is running a small firm architecture studio. The post 7 Steps to a Happy Work Week as a Small Firm Architect appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 25, 2016

For many of us small firm architects, this sounds a bit scary. If scheduled well in advance, communicated well throughout our our firms and project teams, and expectations are well managed before, during and after, shutting down for a week or two is not impossible. How can we just shut down? The Dog Days of Summer.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 6, 2015

Originally published on the week of this blog’s relaunch on December 12, 2012, this article has been the most popular week in, week out. Most sole proprietors and small firms I know, struggle to meet the minimum requirements of operation. This is a repost from deep in the archives. How do YOU make more money?

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 30, 2013

With this final post of the year, I present to you my top 10 articles of 2013. How I Started My Own Architecture Firm. How Much Will it Cost to Start My Own Architecture Firm? …and the number one article of 2013; 1. I think you may see a trend in the list I’m sharing below. Marketing for Architects.

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EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 13, 2013

I recently spoke with Oscia about her business on the podcast and learned how she successfully built her firm from scratch with remote access and digital connections. I believe this model is the future of small firms. Flexibility and Freedom. The future of Fivecat Studio is bright. Do you use the distributed business model?

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BD+C

AUGUST 19, 2024

We are using it to enhance presentations, take meeting notes, generate action items, and transform conversations into articles. This article is a great example of a practical workflow. Companies that encourage and equip their people to leverage AI will out-compete even large firms that are slow to implement AI.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Taking Action Today Morgan’s advice to small firm architects is simple yet profound: take action. This article serves as an invitation to architects everywhere to embrace a new paradigm of health and wellbeing. As Morgan aptly put it during our conversation: “It is 2024, and we are way behind. Let’s take that action today.

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SW Oregon Architect

JANUARY 9, 2022

Unfailingly, I’m drawn to news articles and/or essays about technological advancements within the architecture profession. The problem is attaining this mastery is presently beyond the reach of most small firms. Small (and medium-sized) offices like mine simply lack the assets large corporate firms have at their disposal.

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Life of an Architect

JULY 19, 2014

A while back I wrote a post titled “ Architectural Interns ” where I stated: Other than slowing things down, interns aren’t very useful in small firms because we run fast and lean. I did not edit these articles in any way and I gave them no boundaries, any sucking up they did was of their own volition.

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Archmark

MARCH 29, 2019

Recently, we asked Richard Marshall, Principal with Perkins+Will , about the importance of marketing for small firms, “The best organizations view marketing as just as important a skill set as design. However, the real benefits of SEO become evident when you add new content, like blog articles, to your site on a regular schedule.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 4, 2008

From AIA Soloso: Small firms and their clients can benefit from offering construction management services. Download the article here. The post Architect As Construction Manager appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. Adobe Acrobat Reader is required).

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Life of an Architect

OCTOBER 11, 2015

Michael Malone In his article, Michael has taken the approach that volunteering is not only good for society, it’s frequently beneficial to you in a real and measurable way in addition to all the feel good opportunities that can possibly come from it. What a thought!

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EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 15, 2014

As many of you may already know, tomorrow is a big day for small firm architects. . I will be speaking at the summit, so I asked Enoch if he would write a quick article to introduce my topic to the readers here at Entrepreneur Architect. Join other small firm practitioners at the Business of Architecture Summit.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 6, 2021

In the initial article on the subject of leadership I put forth the proposition that leadership is not a mystical thing that cannot be explained. In this article we will take a look at the characteristics of what a leader is and why this is important to the EntreArchitect community. by Greg Burke, FAIA , NCARB.

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EntreArchitect

SEPTEMBER 14, 2010

This month’s Fast Company magazine cover story… A very interesting article about Nike CEO (and former star designer) Mark Parker. The post Edit and Amplify appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. Certainly worth reading.

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Architizer

MAY 7, 2024

Crafting a well-defined business strategy is crucial for the success of any business, architecture firms included, but according to the most recent AIA Business Survey Report in 2022, only 26% of small firms, 40% of medium-sized firms, and 71% of large firms have one written down. So, where do you start?

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 6, 2007

As a follow up to my post earlier week on the importance of architects being online, Architectural Record online has an interesting article on what to consider when designing your firm’s website. The post Designing Your Firm’s Website appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 26, 2007

The February issue of Architect magazine includes an article written by Fred Bernstein titled, Getting The Publicity You Need. firm she lead as president for five years, and moved across town to her new position as the head of public relations for the Pritzker Prize winning architect, Santiago Calatrava. Send out regular mailings.

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EntreArchitect

MAY 18, 2014

In order to pursue that vision, our mission is to inspire independent small firm architects to build better businesses, so that we may each pursue our purpose with passion and live the life of our dreams. I love to write and will continue to post articles sharing my stories as well. Submit an article for publication.

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EntreArchitect

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

In a recent conversation with a professional colleague who is a small firm practitioner (3 people total), he expressed his frustration with not being able to get to the ‘business of his business’. To assist my friend, I provided him with a copy of my ‘FM Cycle’ graphic and its brief supporting article. Track Your Time.

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EntreArchitect

MAY 4, 2007

Read more articles about publicity and public relations at Entrepreneur.com. The post Release your Firm to the Press appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. Announce an event or seminar. Editors avoid self promotional pieces, so make sure your release is considered news.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 22, 2007

The February issue of Contract magazine includes an article titled, Design Business. The post Corporations Seek MBAs with Design Skills appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. Many business schools are integrating design courses with their MBA curriculum.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 10, 2007

The September issue of Architect magazine had a very interesting article about Segal. From the article: Last year, he sold 141 apartments, in five separate developments, to a group of investors. The post Jonathan Segal: Entrepreneur Architect appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 10, 2012

Many of you have probably already read this article posted to Salon.com this past Saturday. There have also been a few similar articles written in the New York Times and WSJ. appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 1, 2007

The article is mainly focused on Heinz’s use of Archicad and Apple computers. The post Building Wright appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. Apple.com has a profile of Thomas A. It gives you a glimse of the controversy brewing over the construction of this house.

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EntreArchitect

JANUARY 9, 2023

So, read the IRS instructions and ask your CPA or tax preparer if your firm qualifies for the IRS R&D Tax Credit. For additional reading, our friends over at Monograph have a comprehensive article about the R&D Tax Credit for your reference as well. appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 29, 2015

The blog is one of the most effective tools a small firm architect can use to foster community. Small firm architects are busy people. I have learned how to quickly craft articles that keep my community informed, entertained and coming back week after week. This month, the #ArchiTalks theme is Crafty.

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EntreArchitect

JANUARY 10, 2017

How to Achieve Your Goals as a Small Firm Architect. In December of 2015, in preparation for the coming year, I recorded a podcast episode and published an article describing my idea for establishing just one goal for 2016. We’re developing new resources and working on better ways to serve small firm architects.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 14, 2007

Catching my link to his blog, Scott Ginsberg took a tour through Entrepreneur Architect and found my post referencing a recent article in Architect magazine about getting publicity. The way you become an EXPERT is by blogging EVERY SINGLE DAY and WRITING on your area of expertise in the form of article, blogs, ebooks, etc.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 6, 2010

I was also pleased and excited for the BUILD crew to read a nice little article about BUILD LLC in the current issue of Custom Home magazine (congrats guys). The post BUILD LLC appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 31, 2007

I urge you to read the article, but here’s the list: Descriptive tag lines. Whether you’re online or not, this article will give you the basics for getting results. The post www.YourFirm.com appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. Excellent content. Edited text. Simple design.

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Life of an Architect

SEPTEMBER 7, 2015

It is literally Labor Day – a holiday – and I’m sitting in my customary spot on the couch writing this article. Another bit of irony is that I took a break from working so that I could write this article, which is essentially more work. I can’t even begin to convey the irony of this post. When I’m done.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 5, 2007

Soloso was created as a platform for member interaction currently members interface with Soloso by contributing their own content in the form of articles, projects and/or images as well as reviews, profile pages, and feedback. The post AIA Soloso appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects.

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 1, 2016

Dale shares in the podcast that one of the ways he helped the firm grow early on was to write for the local newspaper. He approached the publisher and proposed a new Home of the Week series, where he contributed articles, photography and contacts. The publisher agreed and the series was born. Speaking is a great way to earn all three.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 13, 2018

Dale shares in the podcast that one of the ways he helped the firm grow early on was to write for the local newspaper. He approached the publisher and proposed a new Home of the Week series, where he contributed articles, photography and contacts. The publisher agreed and the series was born.

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