
Context & Clarity for Small Firm Architects
EntreArchitect's Context & Clarity Live co-hosted by Jeff Echols and Katie Kangas is the place where authors, experts, and thought leaders go to have engaged conversations with entrepreneurial architects around the world.
Latest episodes

Jan 31, 2023 • 48min
258: Learning to Lead feat. Leo MacLeod
How do you learn to be a leader? How can we help others develop their talent?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and co-host Katharine MacPhail backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE, Leo MacLeod - Learning to Lead. Leo MacLeod is a coach, trainer, pie maker, author of, “From the Ground Up: Stories and Lessons from Architects and Engineers Who Learned to Be Leaders".In the original conversation, we discuss the transitions we’ve all gone through to get to where we are and how we can help others grow and excel.If you enjoy this show, you can find similar content at Gābl Media.

Jan 24, 2023 • 47min
257: Applying the Proximity Principle to your Goals feat. Ken Coleman
How can you accomplish your goals by employing the Proximity Principle?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and co-host Katharine MacPhail backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE, Ken Coleman - Applying the Proximity Principle to your Goals. Ken Coleman is the Host of the Ken Coleman Show and Author of “The Proximity Principle”.In the original conversation, we discuss the Proximity Principle and how you can apply it to achieve your biggest goals.If you enjoy this show, you can find similar content at Gābl Media.

Jan 17, 2023 • 57min
256: Architects and the Future feat. Emily Grandstaff-Rice
What’s the future of the profession of architecture?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and guest co-host Mandy Freeland backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE, Emily Grandstaff-Rice - Architects and the Future. Emily Grandstaff-Rice is President of the American Institute of Architects.In the original conversation, we discuss the future of the profession, the impact architects can (and should) make in 2023 and beyond, and how entrepreneurial small firms fit into that future.If you enjoy this show, you can find similar content at Gābl Media.

Jan 10, 2023 • 50min
255: Small Firm M&A feat. Jamie Claire Kiser
Are mergers and acquisitions possible for small firms?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and co-host Katharine MacPhail backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE, Jamie Claire Kiser - Small Firm M&A. Jamie Claire Kiser is Principal and Director of Advisory Services for Zweig Group.In the original conversation, we discuss the future of mergers and acquisitions and whether or not discussions of M&A are valid in the small firm world.If you enjoy this show, you can find similar content at Gābl Media.

Jan 3, 2023 • 1h 11min
254: A More Sustainable Future feat. Melissa Wackerle
How can we make the built environment more sustainable?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and co-host Katharine MacPhail backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE, Melissa Wackerl - A More Sustainable Future. Melissa Wackerle is a change agent, and sustainability and resiliency strategist.In the original conversation, we discuss the future of resilience and sustainability in the built environment.If you enjoy this show, you can find similar content at Gābl Media.

Dec 27, 2022 • 1h 1min
REPLAY: Architect and Developer feat. Jonathan Segal
How can someone be both Architect and Developer? In this podcast episode, join Jeff and co-host Katharine MacPhail backstage for an encore presentation of a "best of" conversation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE, Jonathan Segal - Architect and Developer. Jonathan Segal is an Architect, Developer, and Creator of the Architect As Developer courses.In the original conversation, we talked about architecture, development, and even the future of education and practice.If you enjoy this show, you can find similar content at Gābl Media.

Dec 20, 2022 • 44min
REPLAY: Standing Out feat. Jesse Cole
How can you stand out as an architect?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and co-host Katharine MacPhail backstage for an encore presentation of a "best of" conversation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE, Jesse Cole - Standing Out. Jesse Cole is the Owner of the Savannah Bananas baseball team and Author of “Find Your Yellow Tux: How to Be Successful by Standing Out”.In the original conversation, Jesse talked with us about doing the opposite of what's expected, delivering an unforgettable client experience, and standing out in an authentic way. If you enjoy this show, you can find similar content at Gābl Media.

Dec 13, 2022 • 41min
253: Tech-First Innovation in Architecture feat. Christian Giordano
How can tech-first innovation change the AEC industry?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and co-host Katharine MacPhail backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE, Christian Giordano - Tech-First Innovation in Architecture. Christian Giordano is an Architect, President, and Co-Owner of Mancini Duffy, and Host of The Anti-Architect podcast.In the original conversation, we discuss radically rethinking the future of the practice of architecture.If you enjoy this show, you can find similar content at Gābl Media.

Dec 6, 2022 • 27min
252: Architecture Practice Franchise feat. Lisa Raynes
What if you had an architecture firm that worked for you?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and co-host Katharine MacPhail backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE, Lisa Raynes - Architecture Practice Franchise. Lisa Raynes is an architect and Founder of the architectural practice franchise, Pride Road.In the original conversation, we discuss business systems, what our business can do for us, and the franchise model.If you enjoy this show, you can find similar content at Gābl Media.

Nov 29, 2022 • 1h 9min
REPLAY: Out of Architecture feat. Erin Pellegrino + Jake Rudin
Is there more than architecture?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and co-host Katharine MacPhail present an encore presentation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE, Erin Pellegrino + Jake Rudin - Out of Architecture. Erin Pellegrino and Jake Rubin 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 lies beyond architecture.If you enjoy this show, you can find similar content at Gābl Media.