Business of Architecture Podcast
607 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★★ - 271 ratingsDiscover strategies, tips and secrets for running a fun, flexible and profitable architecture practice. The focus here is simple: discussion of ways for architects to create a dream architecture practice: design what you want, when you want, and get paid well for it.
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Leading a Movement for Change with Mette Aamodt
July 12, 2017 16:32 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBToday is the second half of my interview with Mette Aamodt, co-founder of the architecture firm Aamodt / Plumb, and founder of the slow space movement. In today's episode you'll discover what the Slow Space Movement is, and how it represents the next evolution of design thinking and ethical architecture. You'll also discover: what Einstein's theory of relativity has to do with the Greek concept of time and how this relates to creating great architecture the critical element missing fr...
Starting and Growing a World Class Residential Design Firm with Mette Aamodt
July 06, 2017 18:11 - 50 minutes - 40.6 MBToday's incredible guest is Mette Aamodt, co-founder of Aamodt / Plumb, a design firm focused on high-end residential design. Mette Aamodt is also the founder of the slow space movement, which you'll hear about in part 2 of our interview. In this episode, you'll discover: the mindset architects need to embrace if they want to make the 'big bucks' why "doing good work" isn't enough to get you hired ... and what you need to do instead the biggest challenges Mette faced in the early year...
Building a Scalable Network of Talent with Siri Zanelli and Alasdair Dixon
June 28, 2017 15:46 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MBToday we speak with Siri Zanelli and Alasdair Dixon of the UK-based architecture firm Collective Works. Collective works is a young firm with an impressive portfolio and business model. In this episode, you'll hear how the owners of the company have created a network of talent to help them design and deliver their projects. You'll also discover: How to overcome the disadvantages of working with a virtual team Collective Works transparent fee model The '#1 thing' that has helped this a...
Unlocking Your True Potential with Sally Arnold
June 22, 2017 19:13 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBToday Sally Arnold talks about what it takes to achieve high performance. Sally Arnold is an Australian-based business coach, who grew up with an architect for a father. Listen to this episode to discover Sally's tips for unlocking your hidden potential.
Develop Your Own Project with Alex Gore and Lance Cayko
June 16, 2017 14:25 - 37 minutes - 26.2 MBToday we speak with Lance Cayko and Alex Gore, partners at the architecture and design firm, F9 Production based out of Longmont, Colorado. These guys are great examples of the entrepreneurial spirit. Since starting their firm in 2009, they've grown both the size and scale of the projects they work on, including a current project where they are actually developing themselves. Today, we talk about their latest development project. On today's episode you'll discover: Rules for developing yo...
Should Architects Advertise? A Conversation About Selling Architecture with Alex Gore and Lancy Cayko
June 08, 2017 19:28 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBToday we speak with Lance Cayko and Alex Gore, partners at the architecture and design firm, F9 Production based out of Longmont, Colorado. These guys are great examples of the entrepreneurial spirit. Since starting their firm in 2009, they've grown both the size and scale of the projects they work on, including a current project where they are actually developing themselves. Today, we talk about selling architecture among a bunch of other great topics. On today's episode you'll discover: ...
From Competition to Firm with Seán McAlister
June 02, 2017 14:26 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBToday Rion Willard sits down for a conversation with Seán McAlister of the architectural design firm Seán and Stephen. Seán and Stephen is an architecture practice based in East London. Seán and Stephen works on a wide range of projects, from domestic extensions and residential developments through to affordable co-working spaces, permanent public artworks, temporary museum installations, and high street regeneration projects. In today's episode of the Business of Architecture show, you'...
Young and Accomplished: A Conversation with Holly Lewis of We Made That
May 26, 2017 13:59 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBToday you'll hear from Holly Lewis, one of the founders of We Made That, a London based architecture and urban design firm. In this episode of the Business of Architecture, Rion Willard interviews Holly Lewis about how they've doubled their practice over the past five years. You'll discover: How the firm We Made That doubled in size over the past five years How they use teaming to win larger and more diverse architecture projects How creating your own publication can skyrocket your ...
Winning in Business with Johan Taft
May 18, 2017 17:30 - 31 minutes - 21.3 MBToday we speak with high performance coach Johan Taft. Johan helps world-class athletes, top CEOs and a number of architects and surveyors and other people in the construction industry to win at the game of business. In today's episode, you'll discover: How to "keep the main thing the main thing," and why this is essential to your success in business How to unlock your "perspective of possibility" to reach new levels of success in your business 3 tips for success as an architecture ...
Video for Architects with Jeff Durkin
May 08, 2017 16:38 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBHow can you use video to promote your architecture firm? In this interview with architecturally trained filmmaker Jeff Durkin, you'll discover: The key to making a fantastic feature project video The 3 part format for making a powerful video in 3 minutes or less 4 ways architecture firms can leverage video content Typical budgets and ranges to get a video produced
The Architecture of Entrepreneurship with Jared Haas and Tim Derrington
May 02, 2017 19:56 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBToday is the second part of my interview with architects Jared Haas and Tim Derrington of Austin, TX. Tim Derrington, AIA + LEED AP is the principal of Derrington Building Studio, a firm focused on community and domestic architecture. Jared Haas is the principal of Unbox Studio, a collaborative modern design studio. Several years ago they came together to form the Eastside Collective, a co-working space for architects and design-focused businesses. In today's episode they talk about ...
Startup Stories by Jared Haas and Tim Derrington
April 25, 2017 17:29 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MBToday we are joined by two architects based in Austin, Texas. Tim Derrington is the principal of Derrington Building Studio, a firm focused on community and domestic architecture. Jared Haas is the principal of Unbox Studio, a collaborative modern design studio. Several years ago they came together to form the Eastside Collective, a co-working space for architects and design-focused businesses. The found the space, took out financing, and built out the space with their own blood, swe...
Architecture Firm Business Operations 101 with Josh Blumer
April 19, 2017 14:45 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBToday 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 architecture firm more efficiently, and how to create business processes that improve profita...
Taking Your Firm to the Next Level with Josh Blumer
April 13, 2017 18:01 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MBIn 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, project management and construction while designing and executing custom high-end residential pro...
A Powerful Firm Culture Inside and Outside With Kenneth Baker of Gensler
April 06, 2017 13:58 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MBToday 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 financial institutions around the world. If Gensler's Southeast Region were ranked separately ...
From Designer to Executive: A Conversation With Kenneth P. Baker of Gensler
March 31, 2017 19:03 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBJoining 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 the world. If Gensler's Southeast Region where ranked separately from Genlser, it would be one...
5 Steps To Successful Sales in Architecture with John Livesay
March 21, 2017 15:44 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBWelcome 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 Invisible to Investable. In today's episode, you'll discover the 5 Steps to Successful Sales...
How To Ask For What You Want And Get A Yes with John Livesay
March 15, 2017 13:40 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBJohn 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 influences your prospective and current clients. You'll also discover: How to tell stories that ...
High Impact Communication with Hilari Weinstein
March 07, 2017 20:27 - 37 minutes - 26.2 MBToday 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 across to others An effective 'confidence hack' for introverts 3 tips for giving a client-ge...
How To Communicate With Persuasive Power with Hilari Weinstein
February 27, 2017 19:37 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MBToday'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 to project more confidence 4 questions to ask about a prospective client BEFORE you mee...
3 Pillars to Scale an Architecture Firm with Michael Joseph
February 14, 2017 19:53 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBToday'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 an architecture firm's impact and success How to 10x your results
Strategies for Growing Your Business with Michael Joseph
February 09, 2017 16:53 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBToday'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 business Business develop tips for professionals
Making an Impact Through Community-Based Design with Mia Scharphie and Gilad Meron
February 01, 2017 18:04 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MBIf 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 these processes and these firms in a series of case studies which they have published at Proact...
Build Your Dream Firm: Business Tips for Architects with Karen Compton
January 25, 2017 17:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBToday 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 #1 networking killer (never do this at a networking event) The 3 steps to effective net...
Small Firm Profit Secrets: Why Firms Don't Earn More Money (And How To Fix It) with Karen Compton
January 18, 2017 18:44 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBOur 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
How to Write a Book Based on Your Expertise with Francisca Alonso
January 10, 2017 19:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBWriting 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 of the Business of Architecture show, you'll discover: How to get your book published quic...
Getting Involved and Growing Your Network with Jeffrey Pastva
December 30, 2016 16:30 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBToday 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.
Passing the Architect Registration Exam: ARE Hacks with Evan Troxel
December 20, 2016 17:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBToday 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 Registration Examination.
Behind the Scenes of the Archispeak Podcast: Intervew with Evan Troxel
December 13, 2016 17:00 - 30 minutes - 24.4 MBToday 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 passion for life, and his passion for sharing. You'll also get a behind-the-scenes look at podca...
YouTube Video Marketing for Architects with Eric Reinholdt
November 30, 2016 09:30 - 26 minutes - 21.3 MB3 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 business that wasn't 100% reliant on the number of hours he worked in a day. Today, you get an...
How To Make Passive Income as an Architect with Eric Reinholdt
November 23, 2016 18:00 - 29 minutes - 23.7 MB3 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 business that wasn't 100% reliant on the number of hours he worked in a day. Today, you get an...
Running an Efficient Architecture Firm with Eric Behr
November 16, 2016 06:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBToday 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 budget Eric's #1 tip for running an efficient office To discover how to set up a marketing s...
Lessons in Scaling an Architecture Firm with Eric Behr
November 10, 2016 04:50 - 27 minutes - 21.7 MBToday 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 the expensive mistake of hiring the wrong person to work at your firm To discover how to ...
Your Most Valuable Business Asset (Everyone Has This)
November 03, 2016 00:00 - 14 minutes - 11.3 MBRecently 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 .
The Future of the LEED Building Rating System with Charlie Cichetti
October 28, 2016 08:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBToday'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.
Inbound Marketing for Architecture Firms Part 2
October 19, 2016 05:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBStruggle 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 want from your firm right now (Hint: It’s NOT the lowest price!) The most important inboun...
Inbound and Content Marketing for Architecture Firms
October 11, 2016 21:22 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBToday 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 content marketing Download the Architecture Firm Profit Map at: http://freearchitectgift.com
How To Dramatically Increase Your Architecture Firm Income
October 06, 2016 03:44 - 6 minutes - 5.56 MBWARNING - this isn't a normal Business of Architecture podcast episode. Enoch goes a bit off the rails here and shares some advice about how to dramatically increase your architecture firm income. Go to http://boainsider.com to request access to the secret Facebook group.
Making the Most of Your Opportunities with Architect Earl Parson
September 20, 2016 16:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MBToday is the second part of my interview with Los Angeles architect Earl Parson. In today’s show you’ll discover how to make the most of the opportunities you are presented with.
Monetizing a Freemium Business Model with Earl Parson
September 06, 2016 14:41 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MBToday’s guest is Earl Parson, founder and owner of Parson Architecture based in Pasadena California.
How To Increase Architecture Firm Revenue, Be More Competitive and Thrive In The New Economy with Shafat Qazi
August 30, 2016 04:30 - 32 minutes - 26.2 MBToday is the second part of my interview with Shafat Qazi. He is the CEO and Founder of BQE Software, the makers of BillQuick and ArchiOffice. Their flagship product BillQuick has over 350,000 users worldwide. Shafat Qazi developed his first business software at the age of 22 and has since been involved in developing and designing business software solutions for customers around the world. Because he has been able to consult with hundreds of thousands of firms around the world, he has an in ...
Firm Efficiency, Growth, and the Keys to Success with Shafat Qazi
August 24, 2016 04:30 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBToday’s guest is Shafat Qazi, he is the CEO and founder of BQE Software, the makers of BillQuick and ArchiOffice. Their flagship product BillQuick has over 350,000 users worldwide. Shafat Qazi developed his first business software at the age of 22 and has since been involved in developing and designing business software solutions for customers around the world. Because he has been able to consult with hundreds of thousands of firms around the world, he has an in depth knowledge of business m...
How to Bring the Art of Design to More People with Arch406
August 09, 2016 04:30 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBToday is the second part of my interview with Brian Johnson, Nick Pancheau, and Jeff Kanning. They are the powerhouses behind the team at Arch406, an architect led design-build firm based in Billings, Montana in the United States. In addition, they also run a traditional architecture firm - Collaborative Design Architects.
Experiments in Architectural Entrepreneurship with Arch406
August 02, 2016 04:30 - 34 minutes - 27.4 MBToday you’ll have the amazing opportunity to hear from Brian Johnson, Nick Pancheau, and Jeff Kanning. They are the powerhouses behind the team at Arch406 - an architect led design-build firm based in Billings, MT. They also run an architecture firm - Collaborative Design Architects. How these architects plan to tap into the tiny house market (3:05) How to produce your best work (7:55) How to create different brands that target different markets (21:30)
163 Design and Build your Ideal Life with Craig Ballantyne
July 05, 2016 14:59 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBToday is the second part of my interview with Craig Ballantyne. He is a multi-million dollar entrepreneur, high performance coach and bestselling author of the Perfect Day Formula and Transformation Training. In today’s show you’ll discover:
162 The Perfect Day Formula to Help you Get Anything You Want with Craig Ballantyne
June 29, 2016 17:27 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBToday we speak with a multi-million dollar entrepreneur, high performance coach and bestselling author of the Perfect Day Formula and Transformation Training, Craig Ballantyne. In today’s show you’ll discover:
161 Handling a PR Crisis with Robert Fiehn
June 21, 2016 04:30 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBToday is the second part of Rion Willard’s interview with Robert Fiehn. Robert works in PR. He has worked with Caro Communications and Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners. He has worked with a diverse amount of large and small scale clients. Recently he has setup his own architecture PR agency. In today’s show you’ll discover:
160 Using Communications to Attract Clients with Robert Fiehn
June 14, 2016 04:30 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MBToday is the UK edition of Business of Architecture with Rion Willard as he sits down with Robert Fiehn. Robert works in PR. He has worked with Caro Communications and Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners. He has worked with a diverse amount of large and small scale clients. Recently he has setup his own architecture PR agency. In today’s show you’ll discover:
Understanding How to Reach your Audience with Safia Qureshi
June 07, 2016 12:16 - 19 minutes - 13.9 MBThis is the second part of Rion Willard’s interview with Safia Qureshi. Qureshi is the co-founder of Studio D Tale, and works to push innovation, technology and design experimentation. Although still a young firm, she already has an impressive and diverse array of clients. She is also deeply involved in education and the continuing education of architects.
158 Social Innovation and Redefining the Architectural Mindset with Safia Qureshi
May 31, 2016 04:30 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MBIn this episode, you’ll hear from Rion Willard as he sits down with UK-based architect today we have Safia Qureshi who is a young, bright rising talent in the architecture world. She is the co-founder of Studio D Tale, and she works cross-disciplinary with pushing innovation, technology, and design experimentation. Her business has already worked with an impressive and diverse array of clients. She is also deeply involved in education and the continuing education of architects.