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Better Project Management for Small Firm Architects

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Before we grab the roll of trace and start sketching with the Sharpie, we gather as much information about the users of our buildings as possible. Our complete Pre-Design Client Questionnaire template is included with your purchase of our Foundations: Business Forms and Checklists for Architects package. Estimate often.

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How to Make More Money as a Small Firm Architect

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The innovative ideas and concepts we create can often only be born after hours (sometimes days) of intense thought and several dozen layers of sketch paper. Most sole proprietors and small firms I know, struggle to meet the minimum requirements of operation. Forget about profit. We deserve to earn more. Additional Services.

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A Day in the Life of an Architect

Life of an Architect

6:45am I had to sketch out a quick graphic image for my annual “ What to Get an Architect for Christmas ” post. A Christmas ornament seemed Christmas-y enough so I sketched it up, took a picture of it with my phone, brought it into Photoshop where I added some color, and then *BOOM* … the graphic was created.

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10 Ways An Architect Can Make More Money

EntreArchitect

The innovative ideas and concepts we create can often only be born after hours (sometimes days) of intense thought and several dozen layers of sketch paper. Most sole practitioners and small firms I know struggle to meet the minimum requirements of operation. Forget about profit. How Can An Architect Make More Money?

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Entrepreneur Architect Academy 012 | My 10 Rules for Better Project Management

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Before we grab the roll of trace and start sketching with the Sharpie, we gather as much information about the users of our buildings as possible. I tell clients that we could design a successful project with nothing more than a scope of work and site plan. Estimate often. Listen carefully. Don’t give your services away.

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10 Ways Architects Can Make More Money

EntreArchitect

The innovative ideas and concepts we create can often only be born after hours (sometimes days) of intense thought and several dozen layers of sketch paper. Most sole proprietors and small firms I know, struggle to meet the minimum requirements of operation. Forget about profit. We deserve to earn more. Additional Services.

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Almost 40 Tips for Starting an Architecture Firm

EntreArchitect

For example, as a firm with only two people, Mike assumes the role of the lead designer, draftsman, receptionist, custodian of the building he owns and runs his practice from, and so on. When you start getting more clients for your business, you’ll find yourself working at all times of the day. Time management will be difficult.