Context & Clarity for Small Firm Architects

How do you manage a small architecture firm? In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE , Ray Brown - Managing a Firm . Ray Brown is Chief Mentor and a Co-Founder at ArchiBiz. In the original conversation, we talk with Ray about practical business advice to help architects lead, manage, and create thriving pract...

How do you get a handle on your firm’s finances? In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE , Megan Dahle - Your Firm's Finances . Megan Dahle is a Virtual CFO, Author of “Getting Your Money Right,” and Creator of Keep More Profit. In the original conversation, we talk with Megan about what really matters when i...

What are the simple truths behind starting, building, and running your business? In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE , Ian Motley - Fees and Profit . Mark Zweig is an Entrepreneur, Teacher, and Founder and Chairman of the Zweig Group. In the original conversation, we talk with Mark about the wisdom he’s f...

How can architects increase fees and profit margins? In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE , Ian Motley - Fees and Profit . How can architects increase fees and profit margins? In the original conversation, we talk with Ian about finding better clients, winning better projects, and charging better fees. If...

How can you live life to the fullest as an introvert? In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE , Jessica Pan - Introvert living as an Extrovert . Jessica Pan is the author of “Sorry I’m Late, I Didn’t Want to Come: One Introvert's Year of Saying Yes". In the original conversation, we talk with Jessica about he...

How can architects identify and respond to trends? In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE , Bob Fisher - Design Intelligence - Responding to Trends . Bob Fisher is Principal of DesignIntelligence. In the original conversation, we talk with Bob about how to identify trends and how to respond to trends in your...

How can we ensure an inclusive and diverse future for the architecture profession? In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE , Tiffany Brown - An Inclusive, Diverse Future . Tiffany D. Brow is Executive Director of the National Organization of Minority Architects and the Founder of 400 Forward. In the original...

How do you build a good architect/contractor team? In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE , Brad Leavitt - Building a Architect/Contractor Team. Brad Leavitt is the Founder and President of AFT Construction. In the original conversation, Brad helps us understand how we can build a good architect/contractor t...

How do you Get Different? In this podcast episode, join Jeff and special guest Mandy Freeland backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE , Mike Michalowicz - How to Get Different . Mike Michalowicz is the Author of books such as “Profit First,” “Fix This Next,” and now “Get Different: Marketing That Can’t Be Ignored.” In the original conversation, Mike helps u...

How can small firm architects implement brand building, public relations, and social media? In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE , Cavin Costello - Brand, PR, and Social Media . Cavin Costello is the Principal Architect of The Ranch Mine. In the original conversation, Cavin helps us understand how small fi...

How can an architect also become a developer? In this episode, we reshare one of our favorite conversations of Context & Clarity LIVE! In September 2021, Jeff Echols and Katharine MacPhail welcomed James Petty, architect and author of "Architect & Developer: A Guide to Self-Initiating Projects". James shared what he’s learned from his journey to be architect and developer and his recommend...

What's the first rule of the Building Science Fight Club? In this episode, we reshare one of our favorite conversations of Context & Clarity LIVE! In May 2021, Jeff Echols and Katharine MacPhail welcomed Christine Williamson, Building Scientist, educator, and Host of the Building Science Fight Club Listen as we explored building science... how it evolves, how it will be impacted by material co...

Is there more than architecture? In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE , Erin Pellegrino + Jake Rudin - Out Of Architecture . Erin Pellegrino and Jake Rudin are Co-Founders of Out of Architecture In the original conversation, Erin and Jake help us understand the value of our skills and education and what li...

What stories should architects tell? In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE , Rain Bennett - What Stories Should Architects Tell? Rain Bennett, keynote speaker, storytelling coach, and author of “Six Second Stories". In the original conversation, Rain helps us understand what stories we should be telling and...

Can AI save architecture? In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE , Eitan Tsarfati - Can AI Save Architecture? Eitan Tsarfati is the Co-Founder of CmyCasa (acquired by Autodesk) and Co-Founder and CEO of SWAPP. In the original conversation, Eitan helps us understand what AI is doing in real-world architecture...

The Architecture of Motherhood In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE , Gloria Kloter - The Architecture of Motherhood . Gloria Kloter is the Founder of Glow Architects, advocate for women and foreign architects, and author of the soon-to-be-released “The Architecture of Motherhood". In the original conversa...

How can you make more without working more? In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE , Jonathan Stark - Make More without Working More . Jonathan Stark is the author of “Hourly Billing Is Nuts” and host of the Ditching Hourly podcast. In the original conversation, Jonathan help us understand how to increase ou...

What's it like to work in architecture? In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE , Panel Discussion - How to Be in an Office . On March 25th, SCI-Arc hosted a panel discussion titled “How to be in an office.” We think the topic deserves a better conversation. Michael Riscica is the Founder of Young Architect,...

What will AI mean for the future of architecture? In this podcast episode, join Jeff, Katharine, and Chris Novelli backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE , Matias del Campo - AI and Architecture . Matias del Campo is Director of Architecture and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory at Taubman College of Architecture + Urban Planning, University of Michigan....

How do you book yourself solid with the projects and clients you really want? In this podcast episode, join Jeff, Katharine, and Chris Novelli backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE , Michael Port - Book Yourself Solid . Michael Port is the author of “Book Yourself Solid” and “Steal The Show,” and CEO of Heroic Public Speaking. In the original conversation...

What role will online and on-land tools play in the future of architecture? In this podcast episode, join Jeff, Katharine, and Chris Novelli backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE , Shajay Bhooshan - Online and On-land Tools . Shajay Bhooshan is Associate Director at Zaha Hadid Architects and a Co-founder and Head of Computation and Design at Zaha Hadid Ar...

How can you create content to build a network of ideal clients? In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE , James Carbary - A Network of Ideal Clients . James Carbary is the author of “Content-Based Networking”. In the original conversation, James helps us understand the power of building relationships with our...

What does it mean to be an architect in the metaverse? In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE , Fatemeh Monfared - An Architect in the Metaverse . Fatemeh Monfared is Founder and Chief Metaverse Architect of Spaces DAO. In the original conversation, Fatemeh helps us understand the metaverse and NFTs better a...

How can architects be a catalyst for change? In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE , Graciela Carrillo - Being A Catalyst . Graciela Carrillo is the Founder of the Powerful Speeches platform, Co-Founder of the Immigrant Architects Coalition, and Co-Chair of the AIA Long Island, Women In Architecture Committ...

How can we promote equity beyond the built environment? In this podcast episode, Morrisville, Vermont-based Architect, Artist, and Activist, Jay Caroli joins us backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE , Pascale Sablan - Equity Beyond The Built Environment . Pascale is a Senior Associate at Adjaye Associates, the President-Elect of the National Organization...