Business of Architecture Podcast

All of us are capable of greater things that what we are currently doing. Yet, how do we unlock this dormant potential? In this episode of the Business of Architecture podcast, you'll discover how to unlock your dormant potential so you can reach new levels of growth and fulfillment. You'll discover: The 5 step "Ultimate Success Formula" to help you achieve anything you want in life The critical mistake people make when setting goals that sabotages their success before they even start How to unlock your dormant potential

Discover the secret of running a successful meeting with a prospective client. Most architects get this part of the sales process completely wrong. I did too, until I discovered the simple framework you'll learn about in this episode of the Business of Architecture show. This episode was originally aired on the A Well Designed Business podcast with LuAnn Nigara.

In this episode you'll discover how to hold a proper first meeting with a client. Most architects get this part of the sales process completely wrong. I did too, until I discovered the simple framework you'll learn about in this episode of the Business of Architecture show.

Today 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 from the Western world's view of space and time how Slow Space can make the world a more livable space how you can join the slow space movement

Today'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 years of their firm

Today 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 architecture firm grow

Today 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.

Today 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 your own projects as an architect The '15 minute rule' for developing your own projects The plan and their details for their first multi-unit development project

Today 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: Should you launch a podcast for your design firm? The worst advice I've received in architecture ... Should architects advertise? A conversation about selling architecture ... How to 'sell' architecture

Today 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'll discover: How Seán McAlister and Stephen Mackie used a competition to launch their design firm One thing you should never do when dealing with a client who has worked with architects before One clever strategy for dealing with a client's unrealistic budget expectations How to get more architecture project referrals How to sell architecture effectively in a natural, non-offensive way