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Examining Both Sides of Mentorship with Travis Krimmel

Young Architect

What it’s like to work in a small firm. This one I’m going to lean on my military books. It’s a book about taking ownership of yourself. The book that changed everything for Travis . “A A dot sketch book that I use as a planner, sketchbook. What architecture school was like for Travis.

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How to Make More Money as a Small Firm Architect

EntreArchitect

The innovative ideas and concepts we create can often only be born after hours (sometimes days) of intense thought and several dozen layers of sketch paper. Most sole proprietors and small firms I know, struggle to meet the minimum requirements of operation. As an expert, you can offer e-books for sale.

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The 14 Books Every Future Architect Should Read

EntreArchitect

After responding to a hopeful architect on Dwell.com I decided to flesh out my answer and include more books. Naturally there is some overlap and some of these books could fit in multiple headings, this is architecture after all. Covey – This is a universally loved book by people in every field. It is no surprise why.

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Uncovering the Next Step with Architect Brad Michael

Young Architect

After wrapping up his musical career, he started his career in Architecture at a small firm. These books are most reflective of the Architecture I do today. The books that changed everything for Brad . “My I keep it right on top of my sketch book!” What Brad knows today that he didn’t know then.

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Mapping Your Firm’s Strategy: Visual Business Frameworks for Architects and Designers

Architizer

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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5 Steps To Turn Your Clients Into Raving Fans

EntreArchitect

The first step, before you ever put your pen to sketch paper, is to know what your client is looking for. If preparing initial schematic sketches will take two weeks to complete, promise a meeting at four weeks and deliver them in two. Step 1: Listen Carefully. When managing a project, the rule is to under promise and over deliver.

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The Journey to Success Begins Within You

EntreArchitect

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. Physical health.