Life of an Architect

NOVEMBER 30, 2014

It’s a pattern that has developed over the years since I have a kid and my wife and I have an arrangement where she drops my daughter off at school in the morning and I take care of the evening pickups. 6:45am I had to sketch out a quick graphic image for my annual “ What to Get an Architect for Christmas ” post.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 25, 2021

The acronym stands for “Data, Information, Knowledge, and Wisdom.” Valuable data that serves a purpose is used as information, which is more structured than data, thus supporting the decision-making process. The final level, wisdom, occurs when multiple knowledge structures are developed and deepened.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 1, 2015

in Education and Human Development from The George Washington University. He is a senior project architect in the Virginia office of Niles Bolton Associates, designing multifamily and mixed-use projects, and developing a team of recent graduates. Develop Your Staff… Everyday. ” This was not helpful.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 26, 2017

To complete the development of a standard residential additions and alterations project, it takes several months of focus and dedication. 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. How do YOU make more money?

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 24, 2007

Before we design, before we sketch our first line, we perform a process of information gathering that involves a questionnaire, photo collecting and a collaborative programming meeting. We’ve developed a process that’s fun. One example is our pre-design process. Sounds just like what you do, right?

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 16, 2012

To complete the development of a standard residential additions and alterations project, it takes several months of focus and dedication. 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. Forget about profit.

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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. Don’t forget to thank Steve for sharing all this valuable information with us. Accounting.

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EntreArchitect

JANUARY 2, 2018

Once you have committed to taking action toward launching your own firm, write a plan and use it as your guide. I’ve written about developing a Life Plan here and shared my 60 Minute Business Plan here. Be consistent, informative, interesting and entertaining and you will quickly attract a following of potential clients.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 26, 2018

You are listening to EntreArchitect podcast, so that makes you a member of our dedicated community of small firm architects. ARCAT, the online resource delivering quality building material information, CAD details, BIM specifications and much more at ARCAT.com. Gusto is making payroll benefits and HR easy for small businesses.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 10, 2018

Almost 40 tips for Starting an Architecture Firm. 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. Develop a strategic plan for your business.

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 24, 2013

Systems are the sound structure of a successful architectural firm. They establish the discipline required for financial success and the freedom to develop a portfolio of highly developed architecture. Every firm, with any experience, has many of these processes already in place. Systems allow us to be better architects.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 13, 2015

You don’t really (have to) care where exactly it runs, or how it runs, or what programming language is used, or which engineers have developed this software or how it’s backups are managed, or anything else. For a small architectural firm, Basecamp will cost you $20/month. Everything a Small Firm Architect Should Be Looking For.

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EntreArchitect

MAY 11, 2015

If the business failed, I would keep those skills: WordPress development, writing, publishing, blogging, marketing, e-mail list management, e-commerce, copywriting are, valuable by any measure in today’s economy. For each day I develop a list of the three (specific) things that will move my business forward.

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EntreArchitect

SEPTEMBER 14, 2015

The topics, goals, systems, and resources that Mark has here at EntreArchitect have been an incredible influence on my career development and have also made me realize that what I do is bigger than who I am. 21 journal entries per month whether it be writing or sketching. Physical health. 21 pushups per day. Mindfulness. Gratefulness.

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