EntreArchitect

MARCH 24, 2014

On April 8, 1999, I discovered a book that changed the way I view business; a book that helped me to realize that running a successful architecture firm required so much more than designing great architecture. It is the book that inspired me to begin to work “on my business, rather than in my business.”

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 31, 2015

I thought this post would provide us with some inspiration when designing our own workspaces. If you haven’t yet seen Modernize, it’s another great place to find ideas and gain inspiration when working with our residential clients. Keep a Library of Inspiration. Your Sanctuary from a Chaotic World.

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Architizer

JANUARY 11, 2024

The latest edition of “ Architizer: The World’s Best Architecture ” — a stunning, hardbound book celebrating the most inspiring contemporary architecture from around the globe — is now available. This enhancement not only benefits the A+Award-winning firms but also elevates the overall user experience on Architizer.com.

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EntreArchitect

MAY 3, 2016

As we move into a new month, we are shifting our focus to a new category of small firm success. All throughout the month of May, we will be diving deep into the subject of Client Fulfillment. How do we best serve our clients? How do we manage expectations and keep our clients happy?

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Architizer

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Simplicity and innovation define the work of this Tokyo-based architectural firm. By balancing their clients’ needs with environmental, cultural and historic factors, they devise refined, forward-thinking solutions for every element of the design process, from building materials and construction methods to spatial organization.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

One platform may be your personal favorite over the many others, but are your prospective clients enjoying their time on that same platform? Maybe its a powerful video, awe-inspiring photo or an interesting article. Where are our clients making the decisions that lead them to hire us? We have all seen content go “viral”.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 22, 2021

Roger Fulton in his book Common Sense Leadership says there has to be “The desire to lead the way. Supervisors supervise, mangers exercise control, but leaders inspire. Followers need to be inspired to follow. Outside information could put you or your firm in a position to move forward to the next level. Gain Experience.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 19, 2017

One platform may be your personal favorite over the many others, but are your prospective clients enjoying their time on that same platform? Maybe its a powerful video, awe-inspiring photo or an interesting article. Where are our clients making the decisions that lead them to hire us? We have all seen content go “viral”.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 9, 2015

Finding clients you seek to serve, who have projects with appropriate budgets and realistic schedules is very important. Understanding business fundamentals and building systems that will lead to a healthy profitable firm is critical. As small firm architects, we have so many responsibilities. Get Things Done Faster.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 15, 2017

I just need to tack up my shingle, design great buildings and clients will come knocking. Maybe… but whether clients come knocking or not, its not so simple to keep them knocking. Jim Horan, author of The One Page Business Plan series of books says, “The greatest value in creating a business plan is not the final document.

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EntreArchitect

JANUARY 10, 2017

How to Achieve Your Goals as a Small Firm Architect. Inspired by one of my all-time favorite books, The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth Behind Extraordinary Results , written by Jay Papasan and Gary Keller, my ONE Goal was to be the primary focus for the next twelve months of 2016. My ONE Goal. Stay tuned.

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EntreArchitect

MAY 15, 2018

Do you know how to calculate the exact amount you need to charge your clients in order to earn 20 percent profit on that project? Learn how by downloading our free course Profit for Small Firm Architects today at entrearchitect.com/freecourse. What is it that we sell as small firm architects? Start Transcript.

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Architizer

APRIL 7, 2022

Showcase your work through Architizer and sign up for our inspirational newsletter. . Equity is a recurring critique of sustainability, and this can also hold true when it comes to ethically sourced materials, which small firms and low-cost affordable projects many assume will come with an increased budget.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 1, 2010

When a potential client hears your firm’s name, what do they feel? In his book, Blink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking , Malcolm Gladwell describes in detail how decisions are made within the first few seconds of an impression. It may be wonderfully inspirational. When they see your logo, what do they think?

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 20, 2018

We struggled to launch our firms, often without the education or a firm knowledge of the basic fundamentals of business. We searched for the best clients and we serve them each, to the best of our ability. It’s my rule book for life. Something small. Post each new lesson learned in a journal or a sketch book.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 29, 2015

The blog is one of the most effective tools a small firm architect can use to foster community. Small firm architects are busy people. I visit other blogs and read books that may inspire content that my readers may find interesting. Small firm architects often ask me how they can find new projects.

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A Better Built Environment

APRIL 12, 2021

Design Inspiration A wonderful example of how the traditional material of brick can make a distinctly contemporary piece of architecture. Book a Free Business Coaching Session Schedule a video call I’m interested in building stronger relationships and would love to jump on a video call with anyone who is interested.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 7, 2011

I just need to tack up my shingle, design great buildings and clients will come knocking. Maybe… but whether clients come knocking or not, its not so simple to keep them knocking. Jim Horan, author of The One Page Business Plan series of books says, “The greatest value in creating a business plan is not the final document.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 10, 2018

After obtaining my license as an Architect in New York, I brainstormed several long term goals and decided to start a personal blog, develop design projects, and learn everything that I could about starting an architecture firm. So I purchased several inspiring books written by life coaches, architects, and business professionals.

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EntreArchitect

MAY 31, 2016

I may be calling from my iPhone, but clients always receive my office telephone ID. If I want to check the business profile for a potential client or keep track of my ever-growing network of friends and influencers, LinkedIn is where I go. I always have a book loaded on Audible , which allows me to consume 2 books at once.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 31, 2014

Airmail 2 – $10 – The only app I’ve paid for this year – Airmail is a unified email client with many features not found in Outlook or Mail. BookBub – free – web only (I believe) – Its kind of like Groupon for online books. Hundreds of books are on sale at any one time on Amazon, etc.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 19, 2018

LePage and you are listening to EntreArchitect podcast where I speak with inspiring, passionate people who shared their knowledge and expertise all to help you build a better business as a small firm entrepreneur, architect. Freshbooks, the cloud based accounting software that makes running your small firm easy, fast and secure.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 17, 2018

Well, you can learn how by downloading our free course profit for small firm architects today at EntreArchitect.com/freecourse. LePage and you are listening to EntreArchitect podcast where I speak with inspiring, passionate people who share their knowledge and expertise all to help you build a better business. My name is Mark R.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 10, 2018

Well, you can learn how by downloading our free course profit for small firm architects right now at EntreArchitect.com/freecourse. Freshbooks, the cloud based accounting software that makes running your small firm easy, fast and secure, spend less time on accounting, more time doing the work that you love.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 5, 2018

Do you know how to calculate the exact amount you need to charge your clients in order to earn 20% profit on that project? Learn how by downloading our free course profit for small firm architects today at EntreArchitect.com/freecourse. Gusto is making payroll benefits and HR easy for small businesses.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 24, 2018

Our free course profit for small firm architects right now at EntreArchitect.com/freecourse. My name is mark our lapage and you are listening to EntreArchitect podcast where I speak with inspiring, passionate people who share their knowledge and expertise all to help you build a better business. It’s free.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 8, 2016

Include reviews and approval dates, both internally for your team as well as externally from your clients. When your team is surrounded by the images and items that inspire them most, they will perform at the highest levels. Invest in the tools to properly communicate and perform the work for your firm.

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Life of an Architect

DECEMBER 29, 2013

40% managing projects – client meetings, design, constructions drawings … basically the practice of “architecture” 20% managing office workflow and staff … not very fun but extremely important. Just surfing the net after an intensive architectural client meeting and come across your blog.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 12, 2018

Do you know how to calculate the exact amount you need to charge your clients in order to earn 20 percent profit on that project? Learn how by downloading our free course profit for small firm architects today at EntreArchitect.com/freecourse. Gusto is making payroll benefits and HR easy for small businesses.

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