EntreArchitect

AUGUST 4, 2014

As I am preparing for my week away, I ordered two books that have been on my Amazon wish list for a while. I’ve read most of what Seth Godin has written, but Tribes: We Need You to Lead Us is a quick little book that has not yet graced my night table. A third book has been waiting in my cue over at Audible.com for weeks now.

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EntreArchitect

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

It’s our favorite conference of the year, where we have the opportunity to connect with fellow small firm residential architects from around the country. Just before we left town, I downloaded the new book written by my friend, Evan Troxel of Archispeak Podcast. may be fighting you every step of the way.

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EntreArchitect

MAY 12, 2022

In her book “The Architecture of Motherhood”, Gloria Kloter, AIA, NCARB, CODIA shares her story as a foreign architect, mother, and business owner, and the things that have worked for her to find a balance between those worlds. The post The Architecture of Motherhood appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 9, 2015

As small firm architects, we have so many responsibilities. We need to acquire the knowledge that our limited architectural educations neglected to provide and we must apply that new knowledge to our firms as effectively as possible. I read all the books and tried all the tactics. That didn’t work.

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 2, 2015

We talked about how to self-publish books as a small firm architect. I asked Eric how he runs his successful architecture firm and finds enough time to write two books. I hope you have found the content that I have produced informative, inspirational and well worth your time. His answer? Pay it Forward.

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EntreArchitect

MAY 3, 2016

As we move into a new month, we are shifting our focus to a new category of small firm success. How can we ensure that at the end of each project, we have inspired “raving fans” eager to spread the word about our exceptional skills, talents and remarkable customer service? How do we best serve our clients?

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EntreArchitect

JANUARY 10, 2017

How to Achieve Your Goals as a Small Firm Architect. Inspired by one of my all-time favorite books, The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth Behind Extraordinary Results , written by Jay Papasan and Gary Keller, my ONE Goal was to be the primary focus for the next twelve months of 2016. My ONE Goal. Stay tuned.

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EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 31, 2017

You’ve read all the books. You are subscribed to all the most informative and inspirational newsletters. There are two things holding most small firm architects back from finding the success they desire. Do you really want to find success from your small firm? You already know how to be successful.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 1, 2010

In his book, Blink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking , Malcolm Gladwell describes in detail how decisions are made within the first few seconds of an impression. It may be wonderfully inspirational. appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. Your designs? Your studio? Your vehicle?

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 22, 2016

I was inspired by the book, The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth Behind Extraordinary Results , written by Jay Papasan and Gary Keller and their repeated question, “What is the ONE thing you can do such that by doing it, everything else will be easier or unnecessary?”. Mastering the Art of Delegation: An Update.

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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

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

This quote from Paul Sloane (author of several books about ‘lateral thinking’) has been the most provocative and impactful lesson I have had to learn in my professional career. My inspiration for this article comes from a 30-minute spiritual program I watched a few weeks ago. “Only do what only you can do” – Paul Sloane.

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Architizer

JANUARY 11, 2024

The latest edition of “ Architizer: The World’s Best Architecture ” — a stunning, hardbound book celebrating the most inspiring contemporary architecture from around the globe — is now available. This enhancement not only benefits the A+Award-winning firms but also elevates the overall user experience on Architizer.com.

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Architizer

APRIL 7, 2022

Showcase your work through Architizer and sign up for our inspirational newsletter. . Equity is a recurring critique of sustainability, and this can also hold true when it comes to ethically sourced materials, which small firms and low-cost affordable projects many assume will come with an increased budget.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 15, 2016

Late one winter night, under a bare bulb in an empty under-heated DC university dorm room I read Leadership Is an Art by Max De Pree; a book that influenced my approach to leading others from that night forward. The post 5 Principles of Servant Leadership appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 15, 2017

Jim Horan, author of The One Page Business Plan series of books says, “The greatest value in creating a business plan is not the final document. As our firm grows and evolves, priorities change, markets shift, economies collapse. It’s also a great source of inspiration and motivation. In fact, I recommend that it not be.

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 23, 2012

A fun, inspirational and sometimes “off the wall” podcast about helping rising mediapreneurs (online media creators, authors, thought leaders, personal brands, coaches and internet marketers) grow their businesses and dominate online. The Rise to the Top | David Siteman Garland. photo credit: Colleen AF Venable via photopin cc.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 19, 2017

Maybe its a powerful video, awe-inspiring photo or an interesting article. Researcher and author Jonah Berger in his book, Contagious: Why Things Catch On , identified six principles at work in the most shared messages, products and ideas. We have all seen content go “viral”. Practical Value – People like to help others.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

Maybe its a powerful video, awe-inspiring photo or an interesting article. Researcher and author Jonah Berger in his book, Contagious: Why Things Catch On , identified six principles at work in the most shared messages, products and ideas. We have all seen content go “viral”. Practical Value – People like to help others.

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EntreArchitect

SEPTEMBER 14, 2015

The first introduction of topics beyond architecture was the book How to Win Friends and Influence People , recommended by Mark. Not until after the book was finished did I realize how imperative the impact was. I have begun to actively think through most of my conversations, during a podcast, or reading a book. I liked it.

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 24, 2013

I hosted a roundtable discussion for the Society of American Registered Architects Pennsylvania Council last month and I am booked for more speaking this winter. How can I make Entrepreneur Architect even more valuable for the sole proprietor and small firm architect? It’s been an incredible year. The Plan for 2014.

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Life of an Architect

APRIL 26, 2015

PinHouse Designer : Mark Iscaro – Bentleigh, Victoria, Australia Bio : I’m a 37-year-old building designer currently studying Architecture online through Curtin University whilst running my own design firm that specialises in sustainable mid-century inspired architecture. I love playing soccer more than anything.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 7, 2011

Jim Horan, author of The One Page Business Plan series of books says, “The greatest value in creating a business plan is not the final document. As our firm grows and evolves, priorities change, markets shift, economies collapse. It’s also a great source of inspiration and motivation. In fact, I recommend that it not be.

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 21, 2021

What we want in architecture may be a product, but the most effective, inspiring, delightfully products come from our humanity, not from the catalogue if outcomes that is offered to us. Dickinson has also written eight books, the latest of which, A Home Called New England was nominated for a 2018 CT Book Award.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 2, 2012

In his book, The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business , Charles Duhigg deconstructs the habit into three parts; a cue, a routine and a reward. Find some inspiration. The post 10 Tips to Conquer Procrastination appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 22, 2021

Roger Fulton in his book Common Sense Leadership says there has to be “The desire to lead the way. Supervisors supervise, mangers exercise control, but leaders inspire. Followers need to be inspired to follow. It has been my experience in large firms that there is so much competition that a lot of back biting can go on.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 20, 2018

It’s my rule book for life. These words may mean different things to different people, so I want to go through what this means to me, with hope that it may inspire you to love learn and share. Something small. Post each new lesson learned in a journal or a sketch book. Love, learn, and share. Make it a habit.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 22, 2012

The Entrepreneur Architect Podcast will be launched in January and will feature a monthly episode of inspiring iTunes audio. I am working on my first e-book. Where the podcast will feature thoughts and inspiration from others through interview, EA-TV will feature MY thoughts and ideas. The future looks bright. See you in 2013.

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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 visit other blogs and read books that may inspire content that my readers may find interesting. Small firm architects often ask me how they can find new projects.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 7, 2017

In his book, The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business , Charles Duhigg deconstructs the habit into three parts; a cue, a routine and a reward. Find some inspiration. The post Confessions Of A Recovering Procrastinator appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 22, 2015

Throughout the book, The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth Behind Extraordinary Results , written by Jay Papasan and Gary Keller, the authors repeat the question, “What is the ONE thing you can do such that by doing it, everything else will be easier or unnecessary?”. Project 1: Education and Research.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 18, 2007

The stories were so inspirational, so motivational. With both architecture and business, I continue to educate myself by reading books, blogs, websites and magazines, as well as attending networking groups, events, seminars and conventions. Skimming the pages, I previewed story upon story about another successful entrepreneur.

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EntreArchitect

MAY 31, 2016

The EntreArchitect LinkedIn Group was the first social platform I launched for other small firm architects. Facebook for me used to be all about fun with family and friends, but today I use Facebook to spread the word about my architecture firm, Fivecat Studio and my mission at EntreArchitect. Dark Sky can do that.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 31, 2014

Example: “If I star an email then export it to Evernote and tag it” Example: “Save the NYT Best Seller Sci-fi book list to Pocket” Example: “If it’s 10pm, turn off WiFi on my phone then turn it back on at 5am” 8. Hundreds of books are on sale at any one time on Amazon, etc. Also, get 1Password.

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Life of an Architect

DECEMBER 29, 2013

Greetings, Judit [link] Bob Borson Hi Judit, Small firms have their own unique issues to contend with don’t they? Hi Bob, I just started reading your blog a few months ago and I have to say it has been very inspiring and creatively stimulating. It has real substance and always inspires! Thanks for the inspiration!

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 19, 2018

LePage and you are listening to EntreArchitect podcast where I speak with inspiring, passionate people who shared their knowledge and expertise all to help you build a better business as a small firm entrepreneur, architect. Freshbooks, the cloud based accounting software that makes running your small firm easy, fast and secure.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 10, 2018

Well, you can learn how by downloading our free course profit for small firm architects right now at EntreArchitect.com/freecourse. Freshbooks, the cloud based accounting software that makes running your small firm easy, fast and secure, spend less time on accounting, more time doing the work that you love.

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