
EntreArchitect Podcast with Mark R. LePage
Architect Mark R. LePage explores the business of architecture, firm leadership and the everyday life of an architect. From Gābl Media, EntreArchitect Podcast features weekly interviews with inspiring, passionate people who share their knowledge and expertise... all to help you build a better business as a small firm entrepreneur architect. Proven business strategies for architects, including financial management, profit, marketing, sales, productivity, and planning.
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May 7, 2021 • 38min
EA374: Architecture Business Succession Planning
Architecture Business Succession Planning
Many small firm architects start their architecture firm and do their job without thinking about a succession plan. What are some things you should be thinking about to plan for the future of your small architecture firm?
This week on EntreArchitect Podcast, Architecture Business Succession Planning with Steven Goodman.
Learn more about Steven at SGHPlanning.com, and find a free copy of his book “Business Succession Planning” at StevenGoodman.biz.
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Apr 30, 2021 • 1h 10min
EA373: The Zweig Group Story
The Zweig Group Story
Mark Zweig is a leading management and business expert in the architecture and engineering industry whose skills range from mergers & acquisitions and ownership transitions to start-ups and marketing.
This week on EntreArchitect Podcast, The Zweig Group Story with founder and chairman Mark Zweig.
Learn more about Mark at MarkZweig.com and ZweigGroup.com, check out his blog and connect with him on LinkedIn. Walton.uarch.edu/insights
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Apr 23, 2021 • 54min
EA372: 10 Provisions Every Owner Architect Agreement Should Include
10 Provisions Every Owner Architect Agreement Should Include
There are common issues that come up in contract negotiation that you need to be aware of as an entrepreneur. As a leader of your small architecture firm, what should you be know when creating or updating your owner architect agreements?
This week on EntreArchitect Podcast, 10 Provisions Every Owner Architect Agreement Should Include with law attorney Robert Herrmann.
Learn more about Robert at OffitKurman.com or connect on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
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EA345: Critical Legal Issues Every Small Firm Architect Needs to Know [Podcast]
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Apr 16, 2021 • 45min
EA371: How to Find an Architectural Photographer for your Architecture Firm
How to Find an Architectural Photographer for your Architecture Firm
As a small firm architect, it’s critical to find the right people to help you document your work so that you can leverage it to the greatest value possible years to come. How can you make sure that the architectural photographer that your small firm hires is the right one for you?
This week on EntreArchitect Podcast, How to Find an Architectural Photographer for your Architecture Firm with Cavin Costello, Jason Roehner, and Dan Ryan.
Connect with Cavin online at TheRanchMine.com or find him on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
Connect with Jason Roehner and Dan Ryan online at RoehnerRyan.com, and find them on Instagram.
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Mentioned in this Episode
EA138: How to Design and Sell Modern Architecture with Cavin Costello [Podcast]
EA154: How to Succeed as a Married Couple in Architecture [Podcast]
EA225: Growing Beyond the Sole Practitioner [Podcast]
EA263: How To Use Instagram To Find The Projects You Want [Podcast]
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Apr 12, 2021 • 9min
Introducing BUILD SMART with Patrick MacLeamy, FAIA
BUILD SMART is Available Now at Gābl Media
Announcing a new weekly podcast sharing the story of building a world-class architecture firm with former CEO of HOK, Patrick MacLeamy, FAIA, and hosted by Mark R. LePage, AIA, NCARB.
BUILD SMART is available now. Listen to episode 01 and subscribe to the show anywhere you listen to podcasts, and at gablmedia.com.
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Apr 9, 2021 • 47min
EA370: Sales Forecasting Basics with Lindsay Diven
Sales Forecasting Basics
As small firm architects, sometimes we tend to shy away from the subject of sales. How do you manage the new projects entering your pipeline? What do you need to predict the work that’s coming your way so that you can leverage it for your success?
This week on EntreArchitect Podcast, Sales Forecasting Basics with Lindsay Diven.
Connect with Lindsay online at MarketersTakeFlight.com, check out her podcast, and find her on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Get the FREE starter kit to easily build a sales forecast for your architecture firm here.
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Apr 2, 2021 • 1h 10min
EA369: Lance Cayko and Alex Gore – How To Be a Builder as a Small Firm Architect
How To Be a Builder as a Small Firm Architect
An architect is trained to be a problem solver. A contractor is trained to execute. How you create the systems in your small architecture firm to work as an architect and developer?
This week on EntreArchitect Podcast, Be a Builder as a Small Firm Architect with Lance Cayko and Alex Gore.
Connect with Lance and Alex online at F9Productions.com, check out Inside the Firm Podcast, and find them on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Check out the Architect To Builder Course at architectsguideto.com.
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Mentioned in This Episode
EA190: EntreArchitect Live with Alex Gore of F9 Productions [Podcast]
EA158: Getting Noticed Through Fun Projects [Podcast]
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Mar 26, 2021 • 44min
EA368: Networking and Business Development in the New Era of Social Distancing
Networking and Business Development in the New Era of Social Distancing
We’re living in a time of chaos and social distancing, and the rules of engagement for networking have changed. What new ways can we use to connect with others other than face-to-face? What is the key to business development in today’s world?
This week on EntreArchitect Podcast, Networking and Business Development in the New Era of Social Distancing with Julie Brown.
Connect with Julie online JulieBrownBD.com, check out her podcast This Shit Works, or find her on social media on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
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Mentioned in This Episode
EA271: How to Build Your Network by Creating Meaningful, Lasting Relationships
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Mar 19, 2021 • 43min
EA367: Architecture, Development & New York City’s First All-Electric Tower
Architecture, Development & New York City’s First All-Electric Tower
Alloy Development has found a unique opportunity in the urban context of New York City. How can you use great design and thoughtful development to impact your built environment in a positive way?
This week on EntreArchitect Podcast, Architecture, Development & New York City’s First All-Electric Tower with Jeffrey Sullivan.
Connect with Jeffrey online at Alloy Development, or connect with him on LinkedIn.
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Mar 12, 2021 • 53min
EA366: Anna Laman – Attract Ideal Clients Through Better Messaging
Attract Ideal Clients Through Better Messaging
As small firm architects, it’s important that we know how to attract our ideal clients. How can you create messaging that clearly communicates about your businesses with clarity and impact?
This week on EntreArchitect Podcast, Attract Ideal Clients Through Better Messaging with Anna Laman.
Connect with Anna online at AnnaLaman.com, or connect with her on LinkedIn or Twitter.
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