EntreArchitect

JULY 25, 2017

We need a contract. Every project we perform as professionals must be commenced with a signed written agreement, but for small firm architects working with inexperienced clients, this is a critical moment. Hand shakes are only as good as your memory (or your luck) may be. Comprehensive is critical. Make it “client friendly”.

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EntreArchitect

MAY 10, 2016

We need a contract. Every project we perform as professionals must be commenced with a signed written agreement, but for small firm architects working with inexperienced clients, this is a critical moment. Hand shakes are only as good as your memory (or your luck) may be. Comprehensive is critical.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 3, 2013

Ken leads the team developing AIA Contract Documents; the most respected collection of agreements for the construction industry. There are many options for agreements, but Ken and his team are working hard to keep our firms protected and our projects running smoothly with tools and resources from the AIA. – Mark.

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EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 5, 2015

One of the keys to success for small firm architects is client satisfaction. They want to be fully informed and up-to-date throughout the process. With so many roles and responsibilities as a small firm architect, how might we ensure that our clients’ expectations are well managed? Our clients don’t like surprises.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 10, 2018

Social media requires constant posting and updating so that your audience won’t lose you in their growing newsfeed of information. As a new firm, Mike doesn’t use social media as much as larger and established firms because it requires lots of time, which he uses to develop drawings and meet with his clients.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 20, 2021

At the end of the day contract administration is connecting with people. A major cause of tension during construction is derived from working with out-of-date information or data. Having project information at your fingertips allows you to flow between different disciplines seamlessly and provide direction efficiently.’

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EntreArchitect

JULY 18, 2017

When we receive a contract for a new project, we all want to jump right into designing. 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. Manage expectations and keep them informed. Systems allow us to be better architects.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 26, 2017

Most sole practitioners and small firms I know struggle to meet the minimum requirements of operation. As an Advisor, the contracts are direct between the owner and contractor. As a Constructor, the owner contracts directly with the architect for construction services. Forget about profit. I’d love to hear from you.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 29, 2011

As residential architects specializing in additions and alterations, we had often suffered through the pain of negotiation and contract revision initiated by a client’s attorney. We needed to find a better way… So, with inspiration from from that very informative seminar, we prepared our own set of legal documents.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 17, 2013

We practice under legal contracts requiring us to meet very high standards and provide services putting us at risk. Relative to the other expenses of a small firm, professional liability insurance is down right expensive… until you need it. Fivecat Studio would have been history.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 5, 2016

Dependent upon Territory, Legal Advice in terms of Contracts, etc., However, in other locations, ‘Informal Casual Employment’ is still the norm. It should also be understood, that ‘Zero Hour Contracts’ (Unguaranteed Hours) will limit your potential Candidate Catchment! – might also be required. Recently Laid-Off!

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 16, 2012

Most sole proprietors and small firms I know, struggle to meet the minimum requirements of operation. As an Advisor, the contracts are direct between the owner and contractor. As a Constructor, the owner contracts directly with the architect for construction services. Forget about profit. We deserve to earn more.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 2, 2016

After many years of evaluating both small and large firm issues, such as low productivity and little or no profits, plus the flawed notions of why these issues exist, my experienced opinion has concluded that it is often related to the lack of a disciplined time management policy or just laziness, or both.

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EntreArchitect

MAY 22, 2018

If you don’t know how, learn how by downloading our free course: Profit for Small Firm Architects today at EntreArchitect.com/FreeCourse. And I think that’s what really helped me get my foot in the door at the small firm I work for in New York. It’s simple to do. LePage: 00:22 .

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 1, 2017

In order to generate reliable metrics, you first have to implement a system to compile reliable financial data in an organized and recognized way, and then implement a regular process to review, analyze, and act on that information. Backlog Volume: Represents the unbilled portion of existing contracts. That system is the P2P Format.

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 21, 2016

In order to generate reliable metrics, you first have to implement a system to compile reliable financial data in an organized and recognized way, and then implement a regular process to review, analyze, and act on that information. Backlog Volume: Represents the unbilled portion of existing contracts. That system is the P2P Format.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

Check out their Kickstarter campaign for more information. For instance, we are reserving one membership spot for a large General Contracting firm. We are in talks with two large GC firms who are both known in the industry for championing collaboration. Coworking for Architects. Photo credit: Shutterstock / Rawpixel.com.

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Life of an Architect

MARCH 2, 2014

Your articles on selecting a contractor/builder and contracts helped with our decisions. I guess we are “extremely” involved because we contracted some of the work (demolition and excavation) out side of the contract with the builder. Robert Rockefeller Bob, my first post on your blog.

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EntreArchitect

JANUARY 2, 2022

The first AIA Contract Documents (ACD) of their kind, ACD’s new Custom Residential Documents streamline the contractual process for architects by tailoring them for the distinctive requirements of the custom residential construction market. Contract Drafting Process. photo by Brian Jackson for Adobe Stock. Coordination of Documents.

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EntreArchitect

JANUARY 27, 2013

I collect their contact information, including home, office and mobile telephone numbers, email addresses, postal address of the potential project and the year the home was built. If this meeting goes well and the project is appropriate for my firm, I offer to prepare a written fee proposal. The follow up.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 19, 2013

I also provided a few examples of reports that you can learn to use to help you in developing a proper financial foundation for your firm. The day-to-day things that really need to happen in your small firm. My firm has always included a standard 20% markup to expenses. Accounting. First, the obvious stuff. – M.).

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 13, 2015

Let’s take the example of Basecamp , a very generic online project management software, also suitable for architects to follow up your construction projects with your staff, share information, data, to-do’s, documents and so much more. For a small architectural firm, Basecamp will cost you $20/month. Pricing models.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 12, 2018

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 busines as a small firm entrepreneur architect.

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EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 28, 2012

In 2009, Michael’s frustration over how his office was managing information brought his passions for architecture and technology together. He thought that his firm’s project information and specifications should be stored in a single searchable database. A client requested a paint color used on a past project.

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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

MARCH 24, 2013

When we receive a contract for a new project, we all want to jump right into designing. 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. Manage expectations and keep them informed. Systems allow us to be better architects.

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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. As a small firm, entrepreneurial architect. What is one thing that a small firm architect can do today to build a better business for tomorrow? My name is Mark R. End of Transcript.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 24, 2018

Our free course profit for small firm architects right now at EntreArchitect.com/freecourse. As a small firm entrepreneur architect, this is Episode 229 and this week I’m speaking with an architect, writer, podcaster, and so much more. Gusto is making payroll benefits and HR easy for small businesses.

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Life of an Architect

JULY 9, 2014

It was a small firm – I was the first employee hired – but from day one, I was going to client meetings, getting design ownership of projects, producing construction drawings … I literally got to do it all. Working at a small firm that did work around the country meant that my boss traveled quite a bit.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 28, 2013

With enough work to keep Annmarie and I both busy for the next 12 months, Annmarie resigned from her position and I began to close out my contracts as a consultant. A New Name for a New Firm. With full commitment to our future and to the success of this new firm, we decided to give it a recognizable identity. No response.

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Life of an Architect

MARCH 9, 2014

Items such as contracts, budgets and other are also looked after by senior members of the project team or people in the office that specialized in a particular area. Democratic Work Ethics Some firms, mine included will tend to have an open space office. This will continue from the next conceptual stages and beyond.

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