Business Of Architecture Podcast

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Stuart Magruder, principal and owner of Studio Nova A Architects, Inc. talks about starting a design oriented architecture firm. He also shares the 'secret' that the world's most prominent and successful architects use to produce creative, design-oriented projects. Click here to read more about Starting A Design Oriented Architecture Firm - Interview With Los Angeles Architect Stuart Magruder

What are the ethical and moral obligations of architects as stewards of the built environment? Stuart Magruder is the principal and owner of Studio Nova A Architects, Inc. In this episode we talk about why he was not re-appointed to the Bond Oversight Committee of the Los Angeles Unified School District. Click here to read more about Architect Speaks Out and Is Dismissed From Bond Oversight Committee

Herbert M. Cannon is one of the nations leading experts in the management of A/E firms. With over 25 years of “hands on” experience in the A/E Industry, Herb has held top management positions in a number of high profile firms. Click here to read more about Architecture Firm Management For maximum Profit With Herbert Cannon

Today we talk with Herbet Cannon about successful architecture firm management. Herb Cannon is one of the nations leading experts in the management of A/E firms. With over 25 years of "hands on" experience in the A/E Industry, Herb has held top management positions in a number of high profile firms. Click here to read more about Architecture Firm Management with Herbert M. Cannon

Dr. BJ Fogg is the founder and director of the Behavior Design Lab at Stanford. Fortune Magazine selected BJ as one of ten “New Gurus You Should Know.”    An experimental psychologist, Fogg has created breakthrough methods for changing human behavior. At his guest home on the Russian River, he teaches small groups of industry innovators how to apply his methods in his monthly "Boot Camp in Behavior Design." Over the past two years he has personally coached over 20,000 people in his breakthrough method called Tiny Habits.  He is the author of "Persuasive Technology: Using Computers to Change What We Think and Do," the first book to explain how technology can be designed to influence people. Fortune Magazine selected BJ as one of ten “New Gurus You Should Know.”    Click here to read more about Behavior Change and Time Management - Interview With BJ Fogg

In the second part of my interview with Ray Kogan, he reveals the big picture and then guides us down, step by step, towards achieving your firm's vision. Click here to read more about What is Your Vision? Taking Your First Step Towards Success With Ray Kogan

Interview with author and strategist Ray Kogan about creating a roadmap for your architecture firm. Click here to read more about Do You Have A Roadmap? Creating A Strategic Plan For Your Architecture Frm With Ray Kogan

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From loathing the AIA, to leading the knowledge community of the Custom Residential Architect's Network, David Andreozzi talks about his experience as a residential architect focused on high-end, luxury design. Click here to read more about Protecting The Value Of Architects: Interview With Architect David Andreozzi

In this episode we learn: How to build a successful business network Tips for starting an architecture firm How to make and build valuable relationships About Zeke's experience cold-calling for new work How Zeke designed and built his own house as an architect Click here to read more about On Developing Projects and Building Your Own House: Zeke Freeman

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Do you have a plan to pass your firm on to someone else when you retire? For many solo architects, the firm dies when they go into semi-retirement. But it doesn't have to end that way. oday we talk with Lisa Henry, principal at Greenway Group, about ownership succession planning and ownership transition for architecture firms. We also discuss what architects can do to take a leadership role in the design process. What is the fine line between taking marching orders from the client and overstepping our bounds as our client's advisor? Find out in this episode of Business of Architecture. Click here to read more about Architecture Firm Succession Planning And The Power Of Design

Today we are joined by Lisa Henry, FASID, LEED AP. She is a princpal at Greenway Group, a company that gives design firms information, knowledge and counsel that enables them to focus on what they care most about: doing great work. In today's episode we discuss creating a strategic plan for your architecture firm, and how following that strategic plan can help you reach your goals.   Click here to read more about Strategic Planning for Architecture Firms

International business consultant, Mariana Idiarte, is back. This time she's here to share with us strategies on how to not lose yourself and establish your architecture business in new markets. Click here to read more about Conquer New Markets: Interview with Mariana Idiarte

In this episode international business consultant Mariana Idiarte is back for round 2. She tell us about what she learned negotiating architectural contracts for small and large architecture firms. Click here to read more about Design Contracts with Mariana Idiarte

In today's episode, we continue our interview with the principles of Modative - a successful Los Angeles design-build architecture firm that was founded in 2006 and has grown over the past few years. Today we discuss their goals and the principles behind their firm's success. Click here to read more about The Secrets to a Successful Architecture Firm: Business and Design Philosophy

In today's interview we take a look at a successful Los Angeles design-build architecture firm. Founded in 2006, this firm has grown leaps and bounds in the past few years. The firm melds a focus on design with an all-inclusive delivery model that includes construction services. Today we sit down with the firm's principles to discover the lessons they've learned about running a successful architectural practice over the past 7 years. Click here to read more about The Secrets of a Successful Architecture Firm: Inside The Modern Architecture Firm Modative

Discover why Steve Wintner's book sold out. We discuss the tips for successful architecture firm management, including accountability, employee retention, and how to calculatean hourly billing rate. Click here to read more about How To Boost Your Architecture Firm Profits - Without Finding More Clients

Listen why Steve Wintner's book is selling for over $200 on Amazon.com. We discuss the tips for successful architecture firm management, including accountability, employee retention, and how to calculate fees. Click here to read more about Management Tips for a Great Architecture Practice With Steve L. Wintner, AIA Emeritus