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Mar 15, 2017 • 32min

How To Ask For What You Want And Get A Yes with 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. 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 captivate people and turn them into fans 3 simple steps you can use today to improve your confidence The 4 elements of a "sticky story" that your current and future clients remember
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Mar 7, 2017 • 38min

High Impact Communication with Hilari Weinstein

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 across to others An effective 'confidence hack' for introverts 3 tips for giving a client-getting presentation 4 tips for winning your next RFP
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Feb 27, 2017 • 40min

How To Communicate With Persuasive Power with Hilari Weinstein

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 to project more confidence 4 questions to ask about a prospective client BEFORE you meet with them There are 5 types of confidence - but only ONE you must master to influence and persuade One weird mental hack to silence your inner critic and boost confidence - in ANY situation The one meeting a week you should NEVER miss, even if you work alone The 5-step roadmap to true confidence
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Feb 14, 2017 • 21min

3 Pillars to Scale an Architecture Firm with Michael Joseph

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 an architecture firm's impact and success How to 10x your results
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Feb 9, 2017 • 23min

Strategies for Growing Your Business with Michael Joseph

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 business Business develop tips for professionals
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Feb 1, 2017 • 56min

Making an Impact Through Community-Based Design with Mia Scharphie and Gilad Meron

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 these processes and these firms in a series of case studies which they have published at ProactivePractices.org. In today's episode you'll discover: How to use the power of community-based design to make an impact Leading architecture firms making a difference through community-based design The challenges and opportunities of community-based design for architects and designers
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Jan 25, 2017 • 27min

Build Your Dream Firm: Business Tips for Architects with Karen Compton

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 #1 networking killer (never do this at a networking event) The 3 steps to effective networking The key to being a master networker (even if you are an introvert) How to market your architecture firm (even if you are an introvert) One business building strategy you should ALWAYS be doing How to hire the best team even if you can't match the salaries of larger firms The 2 essential weekly meetings you must have (even if you work alone) How to avoid burnout and overwhelm in your architecture firm The #1 key to building the architecture firm (and life) of your dreams The 3 critical parts of a mission-based architecture firm
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Jan 18, 2017 • 20min

Small Firm Profit Secrets: Why Firms Don't Earn More Money (And How To Fix It) with Karen Compton

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
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Jan 10, 2017 • 28min

How to Write a Book Based on Your Expertise with Francisca Alonso

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 of the Business of Architecture show, you'll discover: How to get your book published quickly even if you hate writing 3 strategies for getting your content done quickly The hardest part is getting started, here's the #1 thing to do to get started on your book now
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Dec 30, 2016 • 32min

Getting Involved and Growing Your Network with Jeffrey Pastva

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.

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