EntreArchitect

MAY 30, 2021

The post The Seven Most Common Bookkeeping Mistakes Made by Small Firm Architects appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. She joined Studio Services Bookkeeping as an Account Specialist in January 2020. Kimberly is based in Rancho Cucamonga, California.

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EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 2, 2018

The blog is still one of the most effective tools a small firm architect can use to foster community. Small firm architects are busy people. Small firm architects often ask me how they can find new projects. The Power of Blogging for Architects. The goal when writing a blog is to gain an audience.

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Archinect

JULY 12, 2024

Construction costs are exceeding even the most pragmatic estimate," the owner of a large Seattle-based architecture firm shared in our survey. Another small-firm owner in New York City said: "Construction costs are so high that they quickly outstrip the value of a project."

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

Share your story in the comments below or over at The EntreArchitect Community or private Facebook Group for Small Firm Architects. The post 5 Principles of Servant Leadership for Small Firm Architects appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 8, 2024

The Value of Offsite Retreats for Small Firm Architects As small firm architects, we live in the fast lane. The Importance of Stepping Away If you’re like most small firm architects, you’re deeply immersed in the details of your work. For small firms, this is equally important.

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EntreArchitect

MAY 23, 2017

Candace is committed to helping the small firm architect realize their creative and financial goals through profit management. The post Bookkeeping Basics for Small Firm Architects appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. Photo Credit: Shutterstock / Bacho.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 7, 2017

As small firm architects, we are all working so hard to get everything done. Between the many hours we dedicate to building our firms and the time we spend building strong relationships at home, there are not many minutes left to do anything else. Email Management for Architects. Photo Credit: Shutterstock / Bacho.

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Archinect

JULY 12, 2024

Construction costs are exceeding even the most pragmatic estimate," the owner of a large Seattle-based architecture firm shared in our survey. Another small-firm owner in New York City said: "Construction costs are so high that they quickly outstrip the value of a project."

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EntreArchitect

JANUARY 19, 2016

Seven years into owning our own small firm, Annmarie and I decided to make some changes. As a small firm architect with no investors, I use my accounting software to prepare two simple financial reports; my balance sheet and my income statement. Balance Sheet (Assets = Liabilities + Shareholders’ Equity).

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EntreArchitect

JULY 24, 2018

Recruitment Strategies for Small Firm Architects. Recruiting new employees is one of the most important things a professional services firm can do to be sustainable. The post How to Build Sustainable Recruitment Strategies for Small Firm Success appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 18, 2018

During good times and bad, the dangers threatening our firms not only come from outside pressures but literally from inside our heads. Six Ways To Earn More Profit As A Small Firm Architect. Here are six approaches to earning more profit as a small firm architect: 1. So what can we do? Cut your expenses.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 24, 2018

Every project we perform as professionals must be commenced with a signed written agreement, but for small firm architects working with inexperienced clients, this is a critical moment. 5 Rules For Developing Contract Documents for Small Firm Architects. It’s your proposal. Learn More Buy Now $197.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 3, 2018

This is the transcript from EntreArchitect Podcast Episode 226, Successful Project Planning for Small Firm Architects. If you don’t know how, learn how by downloading our free course profit for small firm architects today at EntreArchitect.com/freecourse. Start Transcript. LePage: . My name is Mark R.

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EntreArchitect

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

Relative to the other expenses of a small firm, professional liability insurance is down right expensive… until you need it. If our business systems failed and the firm was required to defend itself without a policy, we certainly would have been crushed by the costs involved in such a legal action.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 21, 2017

Fees for Small Firm Architects. The post AIA Antitrust and Establishing Fees for Small Firm Architects appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. We’re a disgruntled bunch of professionals. Have you learned how to set your fees at levels required for a profitable business?

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EntreArchitect

JANUARY 17, 2017

Without being centered and focused, will a firm ever develop the skills required to be “the best”? The post 3 Key Strategies for Success as a Small Firm Architect appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. Photo Credit: Shutterstock / Min Chiu.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 14, 2016

As small firm architects, we are responsible for so many different roles and responsibilities. In this post, I am sharing 6 tools that I have chosen and currently use to automate my own small firm. 6 Digital Tools to Automate an Architecture Firm. ScheduleOnce for coordinating my calendar.

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 16, 2015

About 20 small firm architects posted their response and the answers were mixed, but certainly leaning toward the casual. Small firm architects, many of whom are working solo from home offices, tend to dress for comfort over fashion. What do you wear when meeting with clients?”. That was not a surprise to me.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 18, 2017

The post Better Project Management for Small Firm Architects appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. The more we all share, the more we will all learn and the stronger our profession will become. Photo Credit: Shutterstock / hvostik.

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EntreArchitect

SEPTEMBER 6, 2016

Join Mark for a FREE live Special Session Webinar; The 3 Critical Business Systems You Need to Succeed as a Small Firm Architect. The post Establish a Target Market for Success as a Small Firm Architect appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects.

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EntreArchitect

SEPTEMBER 7, 2015

As small firm architects, work/life balance plays a critical role in the success of our businesses, as well as the success of our families. Small firm architects have a very difficult time keeping work and life separate. A proper integration allows each role to take precedent and priority when appropriate or necessary.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 12, 2016

In this article Marica shares her recent experience with building a new team for her small firm and how she is being intentional about the culture in which they work. Question: Have you used an “off-site” retreat to plan and strategize for your small firm? Using an Off-Site Retreat to Build a Better Business.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 4, 2013

As small firm architects, work/life balance plays a critical role in the success of our businesses, as well as the success of our families. Small firm architects have a very difficult time keeping work and life separate. A proper integration allows each role to take precedent and priority when appropriate or necessary.

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Archinect

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Founding Principal Oonagh Ryan, together with Associate Principal James Guillou, talks about the benefits of varied perspectives, balancing diversity with specialization as a small firm, and the joys of achieving good design by creatively turning constraints into unique opportunities.

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EntreArchitect

JANUARY 26, 2014

Below are two charts that present data collected throughout the history of our small firm architecture studio. The post Conversion Rates for a Small Firm Architect appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. Prospects and Projects. Click here to learn more.

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EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 17, 2017

As a small firm architect running a virtual studio , I am wearing many hats these days. The post 4 Steps to Higher Productivity as a Small Firm Architect appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. Photo Credit: Shutterstock / Rawpixel.com.

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 20, 2017

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. Scan Email.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 18, 2017

Small firms and sole proprietors rely on the offerings of what their budgets will allow in terms of purchasing an already commercially available computerized accounting system. The post How To Fix Your Profitability Problem as a Small Firm Architect appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 9, 2016

The post How To Get Published as a Small Firm Architect appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. Question: Have you had your projects published? Share your best tip on how to get noticed in the comments below.

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EntreArchitect

SEPTEMBER 26, 2017

Starting a new business as a small firm architect or a new career trajectory is something you must experience on your own. The post Two Perspectives You Need to Launch a New Business as a Small Firm Architect appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects.

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EntreArchitect

SEPTEMBER 28, 2015

Generative Architecture for Small Firms. All this sounds fine and well for the architect ready to try their hand, except smaller firms might find that a limitation due to the pricing of programs which can start at anywhere from $5,000-$10,000 for a license. How will that play out to the small firm architect?

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Archinect

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Below are eight firms that are searching for the right candidate to join their team. Details: "Bartos Architecture is a small firm focused on public K-12 School facilities and other public work. Bartos Architecture, Inc. seeks an Architect Location: San Francisco, CA. Experience in public work/schools is not necessary.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

A Simple Sales System for Small Firm Architects. The post A Simple Sales System for Small Firm Architects appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects. We have been afraid to charge the fees required to be a successful business and the market is more than happy to agree with us.

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Archinect

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Details: "dub studios is a small firm located in west Los Angeles specializing in high-end residential design. We are an ideas-driven firm that holds creativity and attention to detail as vital to our practice. Check out Archinect's Guide to Job Titles where we discuss the roles of a Project Architect and Project Manager.

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EntreArchitect

MAY 26, 2014

We’re spending only what needs to be spent to build a stronger firm… and much sacrifice remains. Small Firm Architects Are Saying Good Bye to the AIA. I do hope that as the organization evolves, executes the Repositioning initiative and that more focus is directed toward the small firm architect.

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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 28, 2014

As small firm architects, “balance” should not be our goal. A Benefit of Being a Small Firm Architect. Starting and running a small firm requires sacrifice. Integration is one such benefit of self employment and running our own small firms. Balance vs. Integration. True balance is unrealistic.

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