Business of Architecture Podcast

Today is the second part of my interview with AB design studio principal Josh Blumer. AB design studio is an award-winning architecture firm based out of Santa Barbara, California. Go here to watch the first half of our interview on Taking Your Architecture Firm To The Next Level. Today's episode is all about business operations 101 for architects, including in the trenches tips for running your a...

In this episode, AB design studio principal Josh Blumer talks about how to take your architecture firm to the next level. AB design studio is an award-winning architecture firm based out of Santa Barbara, California. Josh Blumer began his Santa Barbara architectural career working ten years with a top Southern California architecture design firm where he gained valuable experience in design, proje...

Today is the second part of my interview with Kenneth P. Baker, the Co-Managing Principal of Gensler's Southeast Region. In addition to co-managing the southeast region and being on the Gensler Management Committee, Kenneth Baker is considered a global expert on workplace design and planning, having designed more than 10 million square fee of corporate headquarters and offices for law firms and fi...

Joining us today is the Co-Managing Principal of Gensler's Southeast Region, Kenneth P. Baker. In addition to co-managing the southeast region and being on the Gensler Management Committee, Ken Baker is considered a global expert on workplace design and planning, having designed more than 10 million square fee of corporate headquarters and offices for law firms and financial institutions around th...

Welcome back to another value-packed episode of the Business of Architecture Show! Today is the second part of my interview with author, speaker and sales consultatnt John Livesay. John Livesay is a top sales expert and funding strategist. He hosts the Successful Pitch Podcast with investors from around the world and he is the author of the book The Successful Pitch: Conversations on Going From In...

John Livesay is a top sales expert and funding strategist. He hosts the Successful Pitch Podcast with investors from around the world and he is the author of the book The Successful Pitch: Conversations on Going From Invisible to Investable. On today's episode of the Business of Architecture show you'll discover how to present yourself and your services in a compelling way that persuades and influ...

Today is part 2 of my interview with Hilari Weinstein, the president of High Impact Communications. Hilari Weinstein is the author of 2 books, Selection Success and More Selection Success. In today's episode you'll discover powerful tips for becoming a better communicator, something Hilari calls "high-impact communication." You'll also discover: The critical mistake we make about how we come acros...

Today's guest is Hilari Weinstein, the president of High Impact Communications. Hilari Weinstein is the author of 2 books, Selection Success and More Selection Success. In today's episode you'll discover a powerful roadmap for getting (and projecting) true confidence. You'll also discover: One trick to more effective communication on the job-site One instant "voice register" change women can make...

Today's guest is Michael Joseph, the business development manager for 3C Engineering based out of San Luis Obispo, California. In this episode of the Business of Architecture podcast, we discuss 3 pillars for scaling an architecture firm. In this show you'll discover: 3 pillars for scaling an architecture firm Why an entrepreneurial mindset is important for success The "growth lever" for growing a...

Today's guest is Michael Joseph, the business development manager for 3C Engineering based out of San Luis Obispo, California. In this episode of the Business of Architecture podcast, we discuss business development strategies for growing a professional firm. In this show you'll discover: The 3 "buckets" you must focus on to grow a firm How to build and maintain relationships that turn into busine...

If you've ever wondered how you can have a bigger impact on your community, region, nation and the world through the power of design, you're going to love today's episode. Today we speak Mia Scharphie and Gilad Meron, 2 researchers who have spent the past 3 years studying the world's leading social interest and public interest design firms. They share their findings about the inner workings of the...

Today is the second part of my interview with Karen Compton. Karen Compton is the principal of A3K Consulting, a firm focused on business consulting for small and medium sized AEC firms. In today's incredible interview you'll discover fundamental business tips and strategies for building your dream architecture firm. You'll also discover: The #1 marketing strategy for small architecture firms The...

Our guest today is Karen Compton. Karen is the principal at A3K Consulting which is a firm that focuses on business consulting for small and medium sized AEC firms. In today's power-packed show, you'll discover: How to avoid the #1 small architecture firm profit killer 3 profit metrics you must keep your eye on as a firm owner 2 'profit fixes' to increase your bottom line

Writing a book is one of the best ways to spread the word about your expertise as an architect and the services you provide. In today's episode author Francisca Alonso reveals tips and tricks for getting your book published, even if you hate writing! Francisca Alonso is the co-founder of AV Architects and Builders, an architect-led design / build firm that serves Northern Virginia. On this episode...

Today Enoch Sears interviews architect Jeffrey Pastva about his career in architecture and how to get more involved. Jeffrey Pastva is a project architect at JDavis Architects and the editor in Chief of the YAF connection, the bi-monthly journal of the AIA's Young Architects Forum.

Today is part 2 of my interview with architect and modern day renaissance man, Evan Troxel. Evan Troxel is one of the hosts of the popular Archispeak podcast and he works for HMC Architects based out of Southern California, as you'll discover in this interview. Today architect Evan Troxel talks about his recently published book, ARE Hacks, with tips, tricks and strategies to pass the Architect Reg...

Today we talk with a modern day renaissance man and architect, Evan Troxel. Evan Troxel is one of the hosts of the popular Archispeak podcast and he works for HMC Architects based out of Southern California, as you'll discover in this interview. He actually has quite a few things going on, all of which are extremely fascinating and interesting. You'll be inspirted today by Evan's drive, his passio...

3 years ago, architect Eric Reinholdt started his residential architecture firm on a remote island off the coast of Maine. He faced the challenge of building a successful architecture firm, and winning the kind of projects he wants to work on while also living in a remote location. Inspired by people like Pat Flynn and Tim Ferriss' book, the 4-hour Work Week, Eric knew that he wanted to build a bu...

3 years ago, architect Eric Reinholdt started his residential architecture firm on a remote island off the coast of Maine. He faced the challenge of building a successful architecture firm, and winning the kind of projects he wants to work on while also living in a remote location. Inspired by people like Pat Flynn and Tim Ferriss' book, the 4-hour Work Week, Eric knew that he wanted to build a bu...

Today is the second half of my interview with architect Eric Behr. Eric Behr is a principal at AB Design Studio based out of Santa Barbara, California. He is the Director of Studio Operations. Today you'll discover important lessons in running an efficient architecture firm like: How to identify project issues BEFORE they become a problem The secret of keeping your projects on schedule and on budg...

Today we speak with Eric Behr. Eric Behr is a principal at AB Design Studio based out of Santa Barbara, California. He is the Director of Studio Operations. Today you'll discover important lessons in scaling an architecture firm like: How to delegate effectively so the right things get done at the right time How to get past the "2-person office hump" and scale your architecture firm How to avoid t...

Recently I was in Austin meeting with our Million Dollar Mastermind members and running a workshop with 85 architects on how to win larger, better projects (and have them come to you). I recorded this quick video message for the Mastermind members and I wanted to share it with you as well. To discover how to set up a marketing system for your firm, visit http://architectwebinar.com  .  

Today's guest is Charlie Cichetti, entrepreneur, and CEO of 2 companies in the sustainability consulting industry. In today's episode you'll discover valuable lessons in scaling and growing a business, as well as the latest information on the new LEED building standard, and some predictions about the future of the sustainable building rating movement.

Struggle getting paid what you're worth? Today Ivan Lares from Sea Level Media explains why inbound marketing can be profitable your firm and how it helps your clients see the value of working with your firm. This is the second half of our interview. In this episode you'll discover: The big blogging mistake that firms make which turns clients away and what to do instead The #1 thing that clients w...

Today we speak with Ivan Lares, the CEO of Sea Level Media about content and inbound marketing for architecture firms. In today's show you'll discover: The dramatic shift that is happening in the way that clients find and vette architecture firms What inbound marketing is and how to make it work for your architecture firm The four types of content you'll want to focus on if your firm is doing cont...