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How to Make More Money as a Small Firm Architect

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. Construction Services.

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Better Project Management for Small Firm Architects

EntreArchitect

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. Estimate often. When we present our Schematic Designs we prepare rough, cost per square foot, cost estimates attached to each scheme. Tweet This! ).

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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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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. Construction 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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Almost 40 Tips for Starting an Architecture Firm

EntreArchitect

Pull out a large sheet of paper and begin sketching out a strategic plan for how your business will be managed and grow. Once your business grows and becomes a corporation, you’ll file and prepay your estimates of your taxes every quarter. Develop a strategic plan for your business. Learn more at Journey of an Architect.

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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. Estimate often. When we present our Schematic Designs we prepare rough, cost per square foot, cost estimates attached to each scheme. photo credit: FutUndBeidl via photopin cc.