Podcast appearances and mentions of Mark R Lepage

What To Do When the Pipeline Dries Up: 5 Steps to Keep the Projects ComingWhen the pipeline dries up and the inbox goes quiet, it can be easy to panic—but this week's Solo Session is here to help you take action instead. In this episode of EntreArchitect Podcast Solo Sessions, Mark R. LePage shares five practical steps to keep the projects coming when business slows down.From facing reality and reconnecting with past clients, to doubling down on marketing and expanding your offer without selling out, Mark walks you through what real leadership looks like in uncertain times. He emphasizes the power of staying visible, strategic, and focused—even when the fear creeps in. You'll also learn why slower seasons are the perfect time to work on your business, not just in it. Whether you're in a slump now or want to prepare for the next one, this episode is packed with clear, actionable advice to help you navigate the downcycle and come out stronger on the other side.Tune in—and let's lead through the hard stuff, together.This week at EntreArchitect Podcast Solo Sessions, What To Do When the Pipeline Dries Up: 5 Steps to Keep the Projects Coming.Please visit Our Platform SponsorsArcatemy is Arcat's Continuing Education Program. Listen to Arcat's Detailed podcast and earn HSW credits. As a trusted provider, Arcat ensures you earn AIA CE credits while advancing your expertise and career in architecture. Learn more at Arcat.com/continuing-education.Visit our Platform Sponsors today and thank them for supporting YOU... The EntreArchitect Community of small firm architects.

Vision Will Break You (If You Let Fear Win)In this special solo session of the EntreArchitect Podcast, Mark R. LePage dives into the powerful intersection of vision, growth, and fear. Fear often shadows our boldest dreams, not as a warning sign, but as a companion to growth and transformation.Small firm architects can reframe fear—not as something to avoid, but as evidence that you're stepping into something meaningful. True vision isn't about checklists or goals, but that gut-level knowing of the life and business you're meant to build. Growth is messy, unpredictable, and uncomfortable—and that's exactly how you know it's working.Perfectionism might serve you in your design work, but in business, it can hold you back. Instead, let fear act as a compass pointing toward your edge.Tune in for an honest, empowering invitation to embrace discomfort, dream bigger, and lead with courage. This week at EntreArchitect Podcast Solo Sessions, Vision Will Break You (If You Let Fear Win).Please visit Our Platform SponsorsArcatemy is Arcat's Continuing Education Program. Listen to Arcat's Detailed podcast and earn HSW credits. As a trusted provider, Arcat ensures you earn AIA CE credits while advancing your expertise and career in architecture. Learn more at Arcat.com/continuing-education.Visit our Platform Sponsors today and thank them for supporting YOU... The EntreArchitect Community of small firm architects.

Listen as we interview Mark R. LePage and Dimitrius Lynch, the co-founders of Gabl Media, and have a fun conversation about 100th episodes in the lead up to our 100th episode next week. For show notes and more information check out our website. https://www.shebuildspodcast.com/charettes/gablmediaMentioned in this episode:Speak PipeWe're planning something special and we need your help. Please go to THIS LINK (https://www.speakpipe.com/SheBuildsPodcast) and leave us a 10-30 second voice note about your favorite episode, caryatid, or any lady in the AEC profession who inspires your career and life. You might hear yourself on a future episode. Stay tuned!ArchITTangible Remnants

How to Grow, Scale and Exit Your Architecture FirmIn this episode, Greg Alexander, Founder of Collective 54, and Mark R. LePage, industry expert and seasoned entrepreneur, join forces to guide you through the journey of growing, scaling, and exiting your architecture firm.Greg, a pioneer in the field, founded Collective 54, the first mastermind community dedicated to empowering professional services firms. With a track record of starting, scaling, and selling a consulting firm for nine figures, Greg brings a wealth of experience to the table. Greg and Mark dive into the insights from Greg's best-selling book, "The Boutique: How to Start, Scale, and Sell a Professional Service Firm," offering a blueprint for success in the architecture industry.This week at EntreArchitect Podcast, How to Grow, Scale and Exit Your Architecture Firm with Greg Alexander.Connect with Greg online at Collective 54, and find him on LinkedIn.Please visit Our Platform SponsorsGo to https://betterhelp.com/architect for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help. Thank you to our sponsor BetterHelp for supporting our community of small firm entrepreneur architects.ARCAT.com is much more than a product catalog, with CAD, BIM, and specifications created in collaboration with manufacturers. ARCAT.com also offers LEED data, continuing education resources, newsletters, and the Detailed podcast. Visit https://ARCAT.com to learn more.Try Gusto free for 90 days. Gusto keeps everything in one place, all online — to help you stay organized, take care of your business, and manage payroll no matter where you are. Learn more at https://gusto.com/architect.Visit our Platform Sponsors today and thank them for supporting YOU... The EntreArchitect Community of small firm architects.

Serving the Architect Community with Context and ClarityIn this episode of EntreArchitect Podcast, Jeff Echols, VP of Community Development and founder and co-host of Context & Clarity and Mark R. LePage share the full story of Context & Clarity from it's COVID-inspired origins, to the impact this important community-based program continues to offer to small firms today.This week on EntreArchitect podcast, Serving the Architect Community with Context and Clarity with Jeff Echols.Check out Context & Clarity Tuesdays at 2 PM EST starting September 12 on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube, and Twitch.Please visit Our Platform SponsorsDetailed is an original podcast by ARCAT that features architects, engineers, builders, and manufacturers who share their insight and expertise as they highlight some of the most complex, interesting, and oddest building conditions that they have encountered… and the ingenuity it took to solve them. Listen now at ARCAT.com/podcast.EntreArchitect Network. Since 2012, EntreArchitect has helped thousands of architects like you find the connections, training, and critical business resources needed to build happy, healthy, profitable architecture firms. Join EntreArchitect Network today.Visit our Platform Sponsors today and thank them for supporting YOU… The EntreArchitect Community of small firm architects.

In this episode, we embark on an inspiring adventure through time, tracing the roots of Context & Clarity. Listen to the conversation as we bring you an exclusive live recording from A'23. Jeff and Mark, renowned architects and entrepreneurs, share their personal stories, unveiling the pivotal moments that first led them to conceive Context & Clarity. Discover the challenges they faced, the insights they gained, and the driving force behind their mission to transform the architecture industry.With a shared passion for empowering architects and design professionals, Jeff and Mark discuss how Context & Clarity has become a beacon of knowledge, a thriving community, and a catalyst for positive change. If you enjoy this show, you can find similar content at Gābl Media.

In this bonus episode, we share our live podcasting event at the 2023 AIA Conference on Architecture in San Francisco, California. Cherise joins the ARCAT team and our friends at Gābl Media on the expo floor of A'23. Kari Sebern, structural engineer, and host of the podcast Unstruct, has a conversation with Nanawall. Cherise has insightful discussions to find out what you need to know about various building products: Clopay, a garage door manufacturer, GAF Energy, who combines solar roofing options through the national network of GAF-certified roofers.Cladiator, a manufacturer of structural and non-structural attachment systems for interior & exterior cladding and temporary panel applications,and Nucor, a leading steel products company.Rounding out the day, Mark R. LePage, founder of EntreArchitect, and Jeff Echols, host of Context & Clarity and Build Your Brand podcasts examine community building through the lens of the story behind Context & Clarity's creation. To kick off the Day, co-founders of Gābl Media, Mark R. LePage and Dimitrius Lynch open the day of recording and have a chat with Cherise about Detailed!If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media.

Mark R. LePage Shares His Vision for EntreArchitect and the Future of Small Firm ArchitectsMark R. LePage, AIA, NCARB is a licensed architect based in Charlotte, North Carolina. He is President and CEO of Gābl Technologies, Inc. and the founder of EntreArchitect, the global community for small firm entrepreneur architects, and EntreArchitect.com, the online platform launched in 2012 to provide information, resources, and training for architect business owners and small firm leaders.With his 11th year leading EntreArchitect, Mark has contributed more than 3 million podcast downloads through 500+ published episodes, leads a private Facebook group with more than 8,000 architect members, and launched The EntreArchitect Community Annual Meeting; the first-ever live conference dedicated to small firm entrepreneur architects.As President and CEO of Gābl Media, Inc. Mark leads a multimedia network that empowers global leaders in the architecture, engineering, and construction industries. Gābl Media creates and distributes industry leading podcast series, including EntreArchitect Podcast, Archispeak Podcast, SPACES Podcast, Build Your Brand Podcast, TRXL, Build Smart, She Builds Podcast, and more. The mission at Gābl Media is to create content that informs and entertains an audience dedicated to building a better world.Mark Zweig is an experienced entrepreneur and founder of two Inc 500/5000 companies, Zweig Group and Mark Zweig, Inc., as well as four other new ventures.He is a leading management and business expert in the architecture and engineering industry, skilled in Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), start-ups, leadership, Human Resources management, organization structure, ownership transition, and marketing.In addition, he is the author of 13 books, most recently “Confessions of an Entrepreneur,” as well as a writer for The Zweig Letter, contributor to The Walton College Insights, and monthly contributor to The Northwest Arkansas Business Journal.This week on EntreArchitect Podcast, Mark R. LePage Shares His Vision for EntreArchitect and the Future of Small Firm Architects with Mark Zweig.Learn more about Mark R. LePage at EntreArchitect.com and GablMedia.com, connect with him on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedInLearn more about Mark Zweig at MarkZweig.com and ZweigGroup.com, check out his blog and connect with him on LinkedIn.Referenced in This EpisodeScott LePage Motorsport PhotographerCrimetown: Divine Providence [podcast]Please visit Our Platform SponsorsDetailed is an original podcast by ARCAT...

ARCAST22 Live from AIA Conference on Architecture For the past few years, our friends at ARCAT have invited us to collaborate at an event under “the big red A”: Live from the AIA conference expo floor. This year, Mark R. LePage is joined by Dimitrius Lynch, host of Spaces Podcast, Jeff Echols, host of Context […] The post EA468: ARCAST22 Live from AIA Conference – Dimitrius Lynch, Jeff Echols, Lance Cayko and Alex Gore appeared first on EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects.

https://entrearchitect.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/arcast22-scaled.jpg ()ARCAST22 Live from AIA Conference on Architecture For the past few years, our friends at ARCAT have invited us to collaborate at an event under “the big red A”: Live from the AIA conference expo floor. This year, Mark R. LePage is joined by Dimitrius Lynch, host of Spaces Podcast, Jeff Echols, host of Context & Clarity Podcast, and Lance Cayko and Alex Gore, hosts of Inside the Firm Podcast. Listen as a wide range of guests join us for a continuous conversation about architecture, the profession, and much more. This week at EntreArchitect Podcast, ARCAST22 Live from AIA Conference on Architecture with Dimitrius Lynch, Jeff Echols, Lance Cayko, and Alex Gore. Connect with Dimitrius online at http://www.houseoflynes.com/ (LYNES), check out https://www.spacespodcast.com/listen (Spaces Podcast), or find him on https://twitter.com/houseoflynes (Twitter), https://www.facebook.com/houseoflynes/ (Facebook), http://instagram.com/houseoflynes (Instagram) and https://www.linkedin.com/company/house-of-lynes/ (LinkedIn). Connect with Jeff online at http://echoengage.com/ (EchoEngage.com), check out https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/context-clarity-podcast-with-jeff-echols-and/id1551240405 (Context & Clarity Podcast), or find him on Twitter https://twitter.com/echoengage (@echoengage) or http://twitter.com/jeffechols (@jeffechols), https://www.facebook.com/Echols.Jeff?fref=ts (Facebook) and https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffecholsone10 (LinkedIn). Connect with Lance and Alex online at http://www.f9productions.com (F9Productions.com), check out https://www.insidethefirmpodcast.com (Inside the Firm Podcast), and find them on https://www.facebook.com/F9-Productions-Inc-131118303580021/?pnref=lhc (Facebook), https://twitter.com/f9productions/ (Twitter), and https://www.instagram.com/f9productions/ (Instagram). Please visit Our Platform Sponsors http://ARCAT.com/podcast (Detailed) is an original podcast by ARCAT that features architects, engineers, builders, and manufacturers who share their insight and expertise as they highlight some of the most complex, interesting, and oddest building conditions that they have encountered… and the ingenuity it took to solve them. Listen now at http://ARCAT.com/podcast (ARCAT.com/podcast). http://EntreArchitect.com/Freshbooks (Freshbooks) is the all-in-one bookkeeping software that can save your small architecture firm both time and money by simplifying the hard parts of running your own business. Try Freshbooks for 30 days for FREE at http://EntreArchitect.com/Freshbooks (EntreArchitect.com/Freshbooks). Visit our Platform Sponsors today and thank them for supporting YOU… The EntreArchitect Community of small firm architects. The post https://entrearchitect.com/podcast/entrearch/aia-conference-2022/ (EA468: ARCAST22 Live from AIA Conference – Dimitrius Lynch, Jeff Echols, Lance Cayko and Alex Gore) appeared first on https://entrearchitect.com (EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects).

This is the third podcast episode with Mark R. LePage is an architect in New York and the founder of EntreArchitect and a partner in the firm of Fivekat Studio Architects wih his wife, Annmarie McCarthy. EntreArchitect is a community of Sharing, Support and Encouragement for Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects and has a podcast with EntreAchitect which interviews architects and others who have support systems for Architecture.  Check out his many podcasts (there is even one with me) and The EntreArchitect Facebook Community which has reached 3,000 members. I want to thank the EntreArchitect and Charette Ventures for their great Party on Pier 66 and because we were so busy during the conference, I am not actually in this interview but Mark  is answering the four questions. "I think that the future of architecture, especially for small firms, is remote and integrated out  lives is becoming integrated our lives are becoming more integrated, the future of small firms are the remote studios with remote teams  our workplaces are becoming more remote, the large firms are the evolution of the studios, that they will grow from these remote studios to these physical officesone aspect of the future of architecture, artificial intelligence and VR are absolutely here as well and are changing the architecture world...Love. Learn. Share.This is the answer to all of our problems, really care about one another, even if you don't agree with them, understand them., love them, not in the fluffy way, but truly love them.when you have a question, go and learn the answer, when you have an interest, go learn everything about that interestthat leads me to share after you get that information, share it. share your knowledge with hundreds or thousands of other people like in the EntreArchitect community..."be conscious of that and share those three words with someone else..."Postscript: The EntreArchitect Community and "Context and Clarity" (an online forum that was started on April 6, 2020 to connect architects and affiliates during the pandemic is also on many social media venues: Link to the blog post:https://inmawomanarchitect.blogspot.com/2018/07/aiacon18-day-31.html

Episode 061: S4 Launch: Leading Change Through Entrepreneurship How can architects lead change through a blended career of entrepreneurship and architecture? Welcome to the fourth season of Practice Disrupted, a podcast where we explore the evolution of architecture practice from many different angles!  Mark R. LePage, AIA, NCARB joins us to share his story of becoming an architect and entrepreneur through the creation of https://entrearchitect.com/ (EntreArchitect) and https://gablmedia.com/ (Gābl Media). https://entrearchitect.com/ (EntreArchitect) is a community of architects building profitable architecture firms to better serve the world. https://entrearchitect.com/podcast/ (EntreArchitect Podcast) has produced over 450 episodes and has been downloaded over 2 million times. Through his career as an entrepreneur, Mark has brought together a community of inspiring, passionate people who share their knowledge and expertise to help small firm entrepreneur architects succeed. Mark helped launch https://gablmedia.com/ (Gābl Media), the largest, most engaged AEC multimedia network on the planet. Guest: Mark R. LePage, AIA, NCARB is a residential architect/developer based in Charlotte, North Carolina and the founder of EntreArchitect, a global online platform launched in 2012 to provide resources, training and community for small firm entrepreneur architects.  In January 2020 Mark partnered with architect and founder of SPACES Podcast, Dimitrius Lynch, Jr. to launch Gābl Media. As President and CEO of Gābl Media, Inc., Mark leads the multimedia network, empowering global leaders in the architecture, engineering, and construction industries. Gābl Media creates and distributes industry leading podcast series, including EntreArchitect Podcast, Archispeak Podcast, SPACES Podcast, Build Your Brand Podcast, Practice Disrupted, TRXL, Build Smart, She Builds Podcast, and more. The mission at Gābl Media is to create content that informs and entertains an audience dedicated to building a better world. Co-Hosts: Evelyn M. Lee, FAIA, MBA, MPA is a licensed architect in the state of California, with over 15 years of experience working with individuals and companies that are looking to reshape their future. She is the founder of https://practiceofarchitecture.com/ (Practice of Architecture), the first-ever Senior Experience Designer at https://slack.com/ (Slack Technologies), and the first female Treasurer to https://www.aia.org/leadership (AIA National)‘s Board of Directors. Je'Nen M. Chastain, MBA, Assoc. AIA is the founder of https://apostrophe.consulting/ (Apostrophe Consulting), a purpose-driven, woman-owned management consulting practice dedicated to helping architects transform their companies. With expertise in talent development, change management, and business strategy, Je'Nen helps her clients navigate growth in a changing world.

How are communities built? Last week we observed the Thanksgiving holiday in the United States, so we took a break from Context & Clarity LIVE. Instead of our usual format, Jeff Echols reflects on what Context & Clarity is and how it came to be.  From a conversation between Mark R. LePage and Jeff on April 3rd, 2020, to four hundred Context & Clarity conversations, forty-one Context & Clarity LIVEs, and 175 Clubhouse rooms, and more importantly a community that's willing to travel the globe to support each other.   Join the Context & Clarity LIVE conversation every Thursday as we talk to a special guest about the topics that matter most to the success of small firm architects.  Last week, Jeff talked about what Context & Clarity means and who's helped to build this community. Share your experience, and advice, and bring your questions to the conversation Thursday at 4:00 pm ET on Facebook in the EntreArchitect Community Facebook Group, on Jeff's LinkedIn profile, the EntreArchitect YouTube channel, or the EntreArchitect Twitch stream. We'll also preview the conversation in our 30-Minute Coffee Talk inside the Context & Clarity Club on the Clubhouse App Thursday morning at 9:00 am ET.

In this inaugural episode Neal talks with Mark R LePage, CEO of Gābl Technologies. Mark is also the founder of EntreArchitect, which was created with a mission to inspire architects' success in architecture, business, leadership, and life. During the conversation, he shares his story of what drives him and how Apple products have played a significant role.

Mark R. LePage joined me to tell the story of his little cottage in the woods of Chappaqua. Mark and his wife Ann Marie were young architects when they took on the cottage and the house grew with them as they raised their family. About our guest: Architect Mark R. LePage is the President & CEO of Gābl Technologies, Inc. & Gābl Media, Inc., the founder of EntreArchitect ™, and the Partner in Charge of Operations, McCarthy LePage Architects. From Gābl Media, his EntreArchitect Podcast features weekly interviews with inspiring, passionate people who share their knowledge and expertise all to help you build a better business as a small firm entrepreneur architect. https://gablmedia.com/ (Gābl Media) is a multimedia network that empowers global leaders in the architecture, engineering, and construction industries. http://entrearchitect.com/ (EntreArchitect) is a community and training platform that inspires your success in business, leadership and life as a small firm Entrepreneur Architect. Are YOU an architect? Join in on the discussion at http://entrearchitect.com/group (The EntreArchitect Community); the most active, most collaborative, most supportive online peer group for small firm architects in the world... and it's FREE! Are you an ally to architects? https://www.facebook.com/groups/architectsandallies/ (Architects & Allies) is a community of cooperation for AEC Industry Professionals; architects as well as our allies… and it’s FREE too! ******************************************************************** Visit Talkinghomerenovations.com for episode enhancements, containing photos and more information about the episodes as well as transcripts. There you can leave a voice message through speak pipe that could be included in a future episode. Help me spread the word about this podcast! If you like this podcast, subscribe and tell your friends about it! Love a review or a rating! Thank you for your support. Follow me on instagram: @talkinghomerenovations Join me on TikTok: @The House Maven Sign up for the weekly newsletter I send out a weekly information with our episode enhancements and additional information, http://eepurl.com/gFJLlT (sign up here ) Thanks to Ray Bernoff, the editor of the show. http://www.raybernoff.com/ (www.RayBernoff.com) Music at the beginning and end of the episode is The House Maven's Jig by Neil Pearlman, performed by Troy MacGillivray and Neil Pearlman https://my.captivate.fm/www.neilpearlman.com (www.neilpearlman.com) Show Cover Art by Sam White http://www.samowhite.com/ (www.samowhite.com) This podcast is a production of dEmios Architects. http://www.demiosarchitects.com/ (www.demiosarchitects.com) Email questions, comments, suggestions for future episodes to thehousemaven@talkinghomerenovations.com Do you need a bit of design help? If you are in Massachusetts and need a second set of eyes on your design, my Ask an Architect design help-line can help. We meet on zoom for an hour to review your issues. Contact me for more information. This podcast is a member of the design network- http://designnetwork.org/ (www.designnetwork.org) Support this podcast

BUILD SMART is Available Now at Gābl Media Announcing a new weekly podcast sharing the story of building a world-class architecture firm with former CEO of HOK, Patrick MacLeamy, FAIA, and hosted by Mark R. LePage, AIA, NCARB. BUILD SMART is available now. Listen to episode 01 and subscribe to the show anywhere you listen to podcasts, and at https://gablmedia.com/show/buildsmart/ (gablmedia.com). The post https://entrearchitect.com/podcast/entrearch/introducing-build-smart/ (Introducing BUILD SMART with Patrick MacLeamy, FAIA) appeared first on https://entrearchitect.com (EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects).

Hosted by Mark R. LePage, AIA, NCARB, former CEO Patrick MacLeamy, FAIA, introduces BUILD SMART as they explore Patrick's inspirations for his book, https://www.amazon.com/Designing-World-Class-Architecture-Firm-Strategies/dp/1119685303/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=MacLeamy&qid=1585239031&sr=8-1 (Designing a World-Class Architecture Firm), and the creation of this podcast series. This episode highlights Patrick's introduction to architecture, how he found his way to HOK, and what was unique about the firm. Patrick shares his lessons for listeners to take away from this episode: Design a firm with a vision and goals Design a firm that innovates Design a firm that works as a team Design a firm that is successful To read along and see illustrations and personal photos that accompany this series, get Patrick's book, https://www.amazon.com/Designing-World-Class-Architecture-Firm-Strategies/dp/1119685303/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=MacLeamy&qid=1585239031&sr=8-1 (Designing a World-Class Architecture Firm). You can find out more information and links to buy the book at https://macleamy.com/ (macleamy.com) 

BUILD SMART is Available Now at Gābl Media Announcing a new weekly podcast sharing the story of building a world-class architecture firm with former CEO of HOK, Patrick MacLeamy, FAIA, and hosted by Mark R. LePage, AIA, NCARB. BUILD SMART is available now. Listen to episode 01 and subscribe to the show anywhere you listen […] The post Introducing BUILD SMART with Patrick MacLeamy, FAIA appeared first on EntreArchitect // Entrepreneur Architect.

BUILD SMART is a narrative podcast that features Patrick MacLeamy, FAIA, architect, and former CEO of global firm HOK. With host Mark R. LePage, AIA, NCARB, MacLeamy shares stories and lessons from his 50-year career, rising from an HOK junior designer to the company CEO, a tenure that parallels HOK's growth from 150 employees in St. Louis to a staff of more than 1,900 in 27 offices on three continents. MacLeamy highlights innovative solutions and tough decisions that sustained HOK through multiple economic swings, culminating in it becoming one of the world's Top 10 architecture and engineering firms. HOK was structured for long-term success — BUILD SMART will share these lessons to help architects and creative-services firms build for long-term success as they design a world-class firm.

Today, I speak with architect Mark R. LePage, founder of EntreArchitect. Today we discuss entrepreneurship, especially as it relates to the world of architecture. We also discuss innovation in business including one trend today that can set you up for success tomorrow. Check out Mark's work at EntreArchitect - https://entrearchitect.com/ Gābl Media - https://gablmedia.com/   ► Subscribe to my YouTube Channel for updates: https://www.youtube.com/c/BusinessofArchitecture ******* For more free tools and resources for running a profitable, impactful and fulfilling practice, connect with me on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/businessofarchitecture Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enoch.sears/ Website: https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BusinessofArch Podcast: http://www.businessofarchitecture.com/podcast/ iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/business-architecture-podcast/id588987926 Android Podcast Feed: http://feeds.feedburner.com/BusinessofArchitecture-podcast ******* Access the FREE Architecture Firm Profit Map video here: http://freearchitectgift.com Download the FREE Architecture Firm Marketing Process Flowchart video here: http://freearchitectgift.com Come to my next live, in-person event: https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/live Carpe Diem!

The EntreArchitect Origin Story In this super-secret bonus episode of EntreArchitect Podcast, Bob Fisher of https://www.di.net/ (Design Intelligence) hijacked the podcast and turned the tables on Mark R. LePage for a “no holds barred” interview documenting an all-inclusive, in-depth history of EntreArchitect. Mark shares his personal entrepreneur architect origin story and the steps he took to build EntreArchitect; the online platform serving small firm architects throughout the world in business, leadership, and life. The post https://entrearchitect.com/podcast/entrearch/hijacked/ (EntreArchitect: The Origin Story) appeared first on https://entrearchitect.com (EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects).

The EntreArchitect Origin Story In this super-secret bonus episode of EntreArchitect Podcast, Bob Fisher of Design Intelligence hijacked the podcast and turned the tables on Mark R. LePage for a “no holds barred” interview documenting an all-inclusive, in-depth history of EntreArchitect. Mark shares his personal entrepreneur architect origin story and the steps he took to […] The post EntreArchitect Podcast Was Hijacked appeared first on EntreArchitect.

In today's episode, I will be talking to Mark R. LePage, Mark is the perfect combination between architect and entrepreneur, he is the founder of Entrearchitect, CEO of Gabl Technologies, and the president or Fivecat Architecture Studio. It is a great pleasure for me to talk to Mark since I have been listening to his podcasts for years and following his companies as he transforms the way we see and practice architecture. We talked about his personal and professional journey, business, technology, and the power of design, this is my conversation with Mark.

Build Your Brand Framework: A Conversation with Jeff Echols and Mark R. LePage Thank you for joining us for Season 1 at the Build Your Brand Podcast! Listen as Mark R. LePage joins Jeff to wrap up this season by walking through lessons learned from each episode. If you missed any episode, go back and […] The post S01E13 Build Your Brand Framework: A Conversation with Jeff Echols and Mark R. LePage appeared first on EntreArchitect.

Build Your Brand Framework: A Conversation with Jeff Echols and Mark R. LePage Thank you for joining us for Season 1 at the Build Your Brand Podcast! Listen as Mark R. LePage joins Jeff to wrap up this season by walking through lessons learned from each episode. If you missed any episode, go back and […] The post S01E13 Build Your Brand Framework: A Conversation with Jeff Echols and Mark R. LePage appeared first on EntreArchitect.

Mark R. LePage is the President and CEO of Gābl Technologies, Inc. and the founder of EntreArchitect, a global online platform providing resources, training and community for small firm entrepreneur architects and last but certainly not least an architect/developer based in Charlotte, North Carolina.

In this week's broadcast, I'm speaking with Mark R LePage of EntreArchitect & Gabl Technologies about adding podcasting, online courses, memberships etc to a traditional design practice.

Introducing Jeff Echol of Build Your Brand Podcast It’s official! Our first new podcast from Gābl Media is now available. Listen and subscribe to Build Your Brand Podcast right now at http://EntreArchitect.com/BYB (EntreArchitect.com/BYB). Build Your Brand is a story-based podcast focused on branding, culture and the art of storytelling for small firm architects and creative professionals. The host, architect marketing expert, Jeff Echols, will tell the fascinating stories behind the best brands in the world, analyzing their journey to the top. And then Jeff repackages each lesson learned as an effective strategy for you, the small firm architect, on YOUR way to becoming the best! In this special episode of EntreArchitect Podcast, Mark R. LePage chats with Jeff Echols about Build Your Brand, why we launched this new show as a podcast and how architects of The EntreArchitect Community can use each episode to help build a better business. Listen now and subscribe at http://EntreArchitect.com/BYB (EntreArchitect.com/BYB). The post https://entrearchitect.com/podcast/entrearch/ea313-5-jeff-echols-of-build-your-brand-podcast/ (EA313.5 Jeff Echols of Build Your Brand Podcast) appeared first on https://entrearchitect.com (EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects).

The AIA Will Not Fix The Problem What You Can Do as an Individual Small Firm Architect to Build a Better Profession The architecture profession is experiencing a crisis of identity and the AIA will not fix the problem. In this final EntreArchitect Podcast episode of the decade; Mark R. LePage shares what you can do as an individual small firm architect to build a better profession. Mentioned in this Episode https://entrearchitect.com/tobin (Read Sean Tobin’s post) at The EntreArchitect Community, our private Facebook group for small firm architects. Want to submit an article to EntreArchitect Blog? Send your draft content for review to blog@entrearchitect.com. Want to share a topic or guest suggestion for EntreArchitect Podcast? Send your thoughts to podcast@entrearchitect.com. Want to join EntreArchitect Membership?  https://entrearchitect.com/#section_5 (Click here to learn more.) Visit Our Platform Sponsors Freshbooks is the easy way to send invoices, manage expenses, and track your time. Access your free 30-day trial at https://entrearchitect.com/freshbooks (EntreArchitect.com/FreshBooks). (Enter EntreArchitect) ARCAT has huge libraries of free content, Specs, CAD, BIM and more. No registration required. Want to collaborate with colleagues in real-time? Visit https://entrearchitect.com/ARCAT (EntreArchitect.com/ARCAT) and click Charrette for more information. Gusto offers easy online payroll, benefits, and HR built for modern small businesses like ours. Learn more at http://EntreArchitect.com/Gusto (EntreArchitect.com/Gusto) The post https://entrearchitect.com/podcast/entrearch/the-aia-will-not-fix-the-problem/ (EA303: The AIA Will Not Fix The Problem) appeared first on https://entrearchitect.com (EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects).

The AIA Will Not Fix The Problem What You Can Do as an Individual Small Firm Architect to Build a Better Profession The architecture profession is experiencing a crisis of identity and the AIA will not fix the problem. In this final EntreArchitect Podcast episode of the decade; Mark R. LePage shares what you can do […] The post EA303: The AIA Will Not Fix The Problem appeared first on EntreArchitect.

We conclude our 3-part miniseries with Mark R. LePage of EntreArchitect and Eric Reinholdt of 30X40 Design Workshop to continue the conversation on the evolution of architecture. We discuss what an architect does, the evolution of education, product development, remote work culture, living (and working) on your own terms, what the future will look like, and we play "What Was That Like?!," asking what was it like to be an intern? ... And Lance Cayko of F9 Productions also shares his experience as architect-developer! Project Spotlights: Mark II by F9 Productions | Longmont, CO Show Music: Intro - "Keep Calm and Chill" by Soundroll History - "Shifting" by Cobby Costa and "The Drive Home" by Clarence Reed Outro - "Back in the Days" by Mai Ligne Album artwork: Photo by Pixabay

Mothers in Architecture Are you a mother working in architecture, design or the construction industry and seeking a group of supportive professionals just like you? Are you a firm owner seeking to work with or hire a new member to your team? Well, then this is the episode of which you want to download and listen. This week, Mark R. LePage speaks with Bianca Beadling, Tara Wood Dozark and Elsa Contreras, co-founders of the Mothers in Architecture, Design and Construction Facebook Group. You will learn about a private forum where mothers who practice architecture will find, support, encouragement and the resources they need. You will also learn about what mothers practicing architecture need from an employer and a more productive, “mother friendly” workplace. This week at EntreArchitect Podcast, Mothers in Architecture. Listen now. Referenced in This Episode https://www.facebook.com/groups/mothersinarchitecture/ (Mothers in Architecture Facebook Group) https://entrearchitect.com/group (The EntreArchitect Community on Facebook) Visit Our Platform Sponsors Freshbooks is the easy way to send invoices, manage expenses, and track your time. Access your free 30 day trial at https://entrearchitect.com/freshbooks (EntreArchitect.com/FreshBooks). (Enter EntreArchitect) ARCAT has huge libraries of free content, Specs, CAD, BIM and more. No registration required. Want to collaborate with colleagues in real time? Visit https://entrearchitect.com/ARCAT (EntreArchitect.com/ARCAT) and click Charrette for more information. Gusto is making payroll, benefits, and HR easy for small businesses. Learn more at https://entrearchitect.com/Gusto (EntreArchitect.com/Gusto). Download Our Powerful Profit Tools… for FREE https://entrearchitect.com/profittools (Access our new EntreArchitect Profit Tools video series)   The post https://entrearchitect.com/podcast/entrearch/mothers_in_architecture/ (EA264: Mothers in Architecture) appeared first on https://entrearchitect.com (EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects).

Instagram for Architects We all know Instagram for its straight forward mobile interface of beautiful scrolling images; a social media platform that is as simple to produce content as it is to consume it. Just 2 simple clicks on your smart phone… and you’ve posted a picture to your feed. Instagram is great for taking a break from work or wasting away hours of your day… that’s true. But can Instagram for Architects also be a place to find clients? At this episode of EntreArchitect Podcast, our guest says that 90% of his current projects have come as a result of his work on Instagram. Listen in as Mark R. LePage welcomes Cavin Costello of The Ranch Mine back to the show to talk about How To Use Instagram To Find The Projects You Want. Referenced in This Episode https://entrearchitect.com/podcast/design-sell-modern-architecture-small-firm-architect-cavin-costello-podcast/ (Episode 138: How To Design and Sell Modern Architecture) https://entrearchitect.com/podcast/how-to-succeed-as-a-married-couple-in-architecture/ (Episode 154: How To Succeed as a Married Couple in Architecture) https://entrearchitect.com/podcast/growing-beyond-sole-practitioner/ (Episode 225: Growing Beyond the Sole Proprietor) http://theranchmine.com (Visit The Ranch Mine at their website) http://instagram.com/theranchmineofficial/ (Follow The Ranch Mine on Instagram) https://entrearchitect.com/group (The EntreArchitect Community on Facebook) Visit Our Platform Sponsors Freshbooks is the easy way to send invoices, manage expenses, and track your time. Access your free 30 day trial at https://entrearchitect.com/freshbooks (EntreArchitect.com/FreshBooks). (Enter EntreArchitect) ARCAT has huge libraries of free content, Specs, CAD, BIM and more. No registration required. Want to collaborate with colleagues in real time? Visit https://entrearchitect.com/ARCAT (EntreArchitect.com/ARCAT) and click Charrette for more information. Gusto is making payroll, benefits, and HR easy for small businesses. Learn more at https://entrearchitect.com/Gusto (EntreArchitect.com/Gusto). Download Our Powerful Profit Tools… for FREE https://entrearchitect.com/profitcalculator (The EntreArchitect Profit Calculator) https://entrearchitect.com/billingratecalculator (The EntreArchitect Hourly Billing Rate Calculator)   The post https://entrearchitect.com/podcast/entrearch/instagram-for-architects/ (EA263: How To Use Instagram To Find The Projects You Want) appeared first on https://entrearchitect.com (EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects).

Leveraging Your Skills as an Architect Beyond Traditional Practice Evelyn Lee received her Bachelor of Architecture degree with honors in 2002 from Drury University where she minored in Global Studies while playing on the Women's Soccer Team. In 2003 she received her Masters of Architecture degree from SCI-Arc. And Most recently, in 2012, Evelyn finished a dual MPA (Masters Public Administration)/MBA (Masters Business Administration) in Sustainable Management from the Presidio Graduate School. You may recognize her name Evelyn is widely published and wrote a monthly column for Contract magazine for over 3 years. She has received numerous industry awards including the 2016 40 Under 40 award for Building Design + Construction and the 2014 AIA National Young Architects Award. She currently serves as Director-At-Large for the National Board of Directors for the AIA. Listen to this episode of EntreArchitect Podcast where host Mark R. LePage discusses Leveraging Your Skills as an Architect Beyond Traditional Practice with Evelyn Lee. Learn more about Evelyn at her website http://practiceofarchitecture.com (Practice of Architecture). Visit our Platform Sponsors Freshbooks is the easy way to send invoices, manage expenses, and track your time. Access your free 30 day trial at https://entrearchitect.com/freshbooks (EntreArchitect.com/FreshBooks). (Enter EntreArchitect) ARCAT has huge libraries of free content, Specs, CAD, BIM and more. No registration required. Want to collaborate with colleagues in real time? Visit https://entrearchitect.com/ARCAT (EntreArchitect.com/ARCAT) and click Charrette for more information. Gusto is making payroll, benefits, and HR easy for small businesses. Learn more at https://entrearchitect.com/Gusto (EntreArchitect.com/Gusto). Referenced in this Episodehttps://entrearchitect.com/foundations/ () https://entrearchitect.com/group (Request Free Access at The EntreArchitect Community on Facebook) https://entrearchitect.com/itunes (Leave a Rating and Review for the Podcast at iTunes) Download our powerful new tool: https://entrearchitect.com/billingratecalculator/ (The EntreArchitect Hourly Billing Rate Calculator) The post https://entrearchitect.com/podcast/entrearch/leveraging-your-skills-as-an-architect/ (EA262: Leveraging Your Skills as an Architect Beyond Traditional Practice [Podcast]) appeared first on https://entrearchitect.com (EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects).

https://entrearchitect.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/ExteriorHighlandFacade.jpg () How to Get Started as an Architect Developer https://entrearchitect.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/ExteriorHighlandFacade.jpg ()This week, enjoy the Best of EntreArchitect Podcast as Mark R. LePage invites Declan Keefe of Placetailor back to share his knowledge about How to Get Started as an Architect Developer. For full show notes and a list of references from the original podcast, visit https://entrearchitect.com/EA134 (EntreArchitect.com/EA134). http://placetailor.com ()Connect with Declan Keefe online at http://placetailor.com (Placetailor.com) and on Twitter http://instagram.com/placetailor (@placetailor) & http://instagram.com/placetailor (Instagram). Visit our Platform Sponsors Freshbooks is the easy way to send invoices, manage expenses, and track your time. Access your free 30 day trial at https://entrearchitect.com/freshbooks (EntreArchitect.com/FreshBooks). (Enter EntreArchitect) CORE by BQE Software is designed specifically for architect’s project management! Get a free 15-day trial of CORE at http://Entrearchitect.com/BQE (EntreArchitect.com/BQE). ARCAT has huge libraries of free content, Specs, CAD, BIM and more. No registration required. Want to collaborate with colleagues in real time? Visit http://EntreArchitect.com/ARCAT (EntreArchitect.com/ARCAT) and click Charrette for more information. The post https://entrearchitect.com/podcast/entrearch/architect-developer-best-of/ (How to Get Started as an Architect Developer (Best of EntreArchitect Podcast)) appeared first on https://entrearchitect.com (EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects).

How to Get Started as an Architect Developer This week, enjoy the Best of EntreArchitect Podcast as Mark R. LePage invites Declan Keefe of Placetailor back to share his knowledge about How to Get Started as an Architect Developer. For full show notes and a list of references from the original podcast, visit EntreArchitect.com/EA134. Connect […] The post How to Get Started as an Architect Developer (Best of EntreArchitect Podcast) appeared first on EntreArchitect.

https://entrearchitect.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/NCARBEpisode171.png ()How Does NCARB Serve the Small Firm Architect? The National Council of Architectural Registration Boards is a nonprofit organization made up of architectural licensing boards of 54 states and 8 rerrirotires. While each jurisdiction is responsible for regulating the practice of architecture within its borders,  NCARB develops and administers programs for licensure candidates and architects throughout the nation. Our community of small firm architects is filled with people with very mixed feelings toward NCARB. Many see the benefits that NCARB provides all architects, while some question the process and procedures required by the organization. Still others have questions about whether NCARB is even relevant in our profession. Do small firms see any benefit to membership and certification? In short, our community of entrepreneur architects have many questions for the leaders at NCARB. This week at EntreArchitect podcast, Mark R. LePage asks NCARB’s Kristine Harding and Greg Erny, “How does NCARB Serve the Small Firm Architect?“. Background Kristine Harding is an architect based in Alabama and the current president of NCARB. Greg Erny is a small firm architect out of Nevada and the incoming NCARB president. Kristine’s Origin Story Kristine grew up in Texas where her mother often used graph paper to draw floor plans. One day as she stood in the kitchen, her mom told her to be an architect. She took drafting in high school and fell in love with how they focused on buildings instead of just mechanical drafting. She studied architecture at Rice University and her passion grew. Eventually she ended up in Alabama where she worked for a firm who had a great transition plan and one day took over that firm. Greg’s Origin Story Greg’s from a small town in rural Indiana, and one of his earliest memories of recognizing the world of architecture was seeing the craftsmanship of his grandfather’s barn. He was involved in and around construction sites growing up and began down the architecture path in high school. He persevered through the five year program at Ball State University. After earning his license and working for a few firms, he branched out to start his own firm and has been there ever since. How did you get involved in NCARB? Kristine was appointed to the state registration board in the state of Alabama. At that point, she was a member of NCARB. She served on the board for 12 years and came up through the leadership to ultimately reach the board level. Greg became involved with his local AIA chapter. He became the president of the chapter and then the president of the state, and, when a spot on the state board opened up, he took it. He got more involved with NCARB on the regional level and found a home in the organization. What is NCARB? In 1919 at an AIA convention in Nashville, 13 states got together and thought it would be good to have an association to facilitate licensure. It’s grown to all 50 states and other jurisdictions that work together to help reciprocal licensure across state lines as well as promote education experience and examination for architects. The reciprocity benefit that NCARB has brought to architecture has allowed architects to practice across state lines. What specifically does NCARB do for small firm architects? For small firms, there’s an experience program to identify young professionals that are seeking experience. For young professionals, that’s a great environment. Greg has a small firm of four people, and he’s found benefit through the programs of experience and education. In looking at someone’s credentials, they need to be able to do everything since there are so few people doing the work. Small firms want people with broad backgrounds. What’s different about NCARB Portfolio, the AXP and the intern role? All

https://entrearchitect.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/ArchitectureforChildren.png ()Architecture for Children with Vicky Chan One of the main struggles we hear is that the general public is ignorant of what we do as architects. If people don't know what we do, how will they ever value our services? How can we better educate and share our purpose with the world and, in doing so, increase that perceived value of the profession throughout the world. This week, Mark R. LePage talks with an architect based in New York City and Hong Kong, the founder of a thriving architecture and design firm who has found a way to educate society on the value of architecture one child at a time. This week on EntreArchitect podcast, Architecture for Children with Vicky Chan. Background Vicky is the founder of Avoid Obvious Architects, with offices in New York and Hong Kong. The firm specializes in sustainable design for buildings and cities with a focus on combining art and green technology. He also founded a volunteering organization called Architecture for Children, teaching over 3,000 children about sustainable design and architecture. Origin Story Vicky grew up in Hong Kong and his family moved to New York about 20 years ago. He always loved art and science, and didn't immediately realize that architecture was the perfect combination of the two. Throughout his academic studies, he decided to pursue architecture. After graduation, he worked at a large architecture firm, in one season working over 100 hours in a week. He decided then to get out and do something different and fund his own ideas. Along with wanting the freedom to choose his clients, Vicky began pursuing more sustainable design. Having his own business allowed him to take time out of his week to go to the local school and teach children about architecture. Vicky knows that most kids won't become architects, but he hopes to influence society toward green design. When the kids that he's teaching grow up, perhaps they'll retain the knowledge they received from him and use it to make decisions on their future homes. Through teaching children, Vicky has had many opportunities to refocus his values. He also works with special needs children, and, while other children tend to want to design things from their favorite movies or cartoons, the children with special needs want to design hospitals to help others. He learns a lot from the children. In addition to finding meaning through teaching, Vicky has also found encouragement for more innovative thinking. Instead of getting fancy and complicated, what about looking at design through the innocent lens of a child's eyes? What if the crazy ideas that kids have actually come to fruition in the near future? What's your inspiration? When Vicky was in college, he was invited into a program where he went to a local school and teach them math and English. Soon, he was encouraged to do a side project in teaching children about architecture. After that, he realized how difficult it was to teach architecture to children. He worked to refine the idea so that the children could come out with a keyword or key concept. To come up with something simple that the children can complete in a short period of time has helped him a ton with his own design. Finding the simplicity in it make it easier to understand. Vicky also learns from different cultures when teaching children in both New York and Hong Kong. In general, kids in New York are exposed to more art and are more imaginative and creative, whereas the children in Hong Kong are more practical. He works to encourage the children to fail and try things they aren't sure of so they can learn from what doesn't work. How often do you teach? Vicky teaches with three local schools up to twice a week. He also has volunteers who study architecture, design, marketing and math, and each comes in and teaches their field to the children. They

https://entrearchitect.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/question-mark-4634971920.jpg ()Questions from the EntreArchitect Community As an active community of entrepreneur architects, we’ve come together to build better businesses. We’re working together to build a better profession. Every day, we see the willingness to share our collective knowledge every day on the https://entrearchitect.com/group (EntreArchitect Facebook Group). Members are sharing their struggles and not only are they benefiting as individuals, but each business is growing stronger every day. This week at EntreArchitect Podcast, Mark R. LePage answers Questions from the EntreArchitect Community. For initial client meetings on a domestic project, do you let the client take the lead with their requirements/ideas/tour of the house while drinking coffee or do you take control with a meeting agenda? While everyone does their own thing, and you kind of have to figure out what works best for you. Here’s how Mark typically does things: The initial meeting process starts with a telephone call to manage the client’s expectations. Use a form to make sure you’re asking the same questions every time. The more information you collect upfront, the better. Take all the information you have and qualify the client to ensure you’re not wasting your time with a project you don’t really want or by throwing away valuable time in your day. After confirming that they’re the right fit, set expectations for your meeting including time limits, steps you’re planning to take, and what will happen after the meeting. Let your clients feel more comfortable with you in the lead since they don’t know what to expect. Let them know you want to go on a tour right away and allow them to talk; what can they tell you about what they like or don’t like about the house? Will they receive a proposal or follow up prior to the initial meeting with you? I was inspired to make the switch from CAD to BIM, so despite a busy schedule, I immersed myself in tutorials from http://Lynda.com (Lynda.com). I’ve done lots of learning, but I’m feeling overwhelmed by the depths of this program. I’m trying to take the advice to just go forward and not switch back and forth, but I am so nervous. I feel like I’ve overloaded myself with information that I won’t remember. I’m a one-woman show who works from home doing residential/condo work while raising children. Does anyone else have this anxiety about switching over?  As a small firm, Mark knows how it feels to work hard from home while raising a family. It’s painful to make the transition from CAD to BIM, you’re certainly not alone there. So far, Mark has reviewed the options and narrowed it down to Revit and ArchiCad. Now, the goal is to design a floor plan in 3D and see which program works best for him. Once you get into it, you will hopefully know which one works best for you. To be totally transparent, Mark had to switch back to AutoCad at one point to adhere to a deadline. However, the plan is to move onto the next phase in ArchiCad. It’s okay to switch over if you need to, but don’t abandon the commitment. It’s taken a tremendous amount of time to learn and get set up, but not as much time as it took him to decide to make the transition. The biggest fear is exactly what happened: there’s so much going on and it’s not necessarily a need to make the switch, but Mark wants to keep up with new software and be proficient in it. With perseverance, soon enough, BIM will be second nature. My practice has gotten a lot busier lately, and, so far, I’m keeping the panic at bay. I’m noticing that carving out “http://www.paulgraham.com/makersschedule.html (maker’s time)” is getting more difficult. Any suggestions? We’re all struggling with productivity, getting things done...

https://entrearchitect.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/compensation.png () Compensation Strategies for Architects How do you get paid? How to you structure your fees as an architect? Architects love to talk about this topic! This week at EntreArchitect Podcast, Mark R. LePage shares his Compensation Strategies for Architects. Note: This episode is about how Mark structure’s the compensation strategies for his own firm. These strategies work for him. You should structure your fees in ways that work best for you and your firms. http://Entrearchitect.com (Entrearchitect.com) has lots of information on understanding fees, how to be profitable, and how to figure out what your fee should be. Inspired by the https://entrearchitect.com/group (EntreArchitect Facebook Group) Our Facebook group is active with architects throughout the world. Everyone can share successes and failures in an open, transparent forum that’s private for only those who are in the group. It’s free to join, but you must be an architecture student or architect of any type and any size firm. Every week, Mark and other EntreArchitect Facebook group members post several thoughtful questions and all members of the group are able to collaborate on varying topics such as the following: How do you remain confident in a room full of folks with many years of knowledge and experience ahead of you? What does everyone do for secondary/passive income? I’m running out of cash and I don’t have a single client or project to work on. I just started, but it’s really stressful knowing that the source of cash is diminishing and soon I won’t be able to attend to my family’s needs. Any thoughts? I’m currently working with the most dysfunctional husband and wife client of my career. They can’t make or keep decisions and they incessantly argue about the smallest things using the most brutal terms right in front of me. I always thought that a good residential architect should also be a good marriage counselor, and I’ve prided myself on those skills, but I have met my match. Any suggestions, comments or similar stories? Are you struggling with the transition from CAD to BIM? What’s a good construction detailing book? What kind of car do you drive and what does that say about you as an architect? Background Mark has a small architecture firm, http://www.fivecat.com (Fivecat Studio Architecture), made up of himself and his wife, Annmarie. They’re based about 40 minutes north of New York City, and they focus on high-end additions and alterations. Fee Structures for Fivecat Studio Fivecat Studio’s basic compensation is 12% of the cost of construction. Depending on the client or the project, they may use different types of fees. A hybrid fee starts with an initial payment of about 10% of the project prior to the schematic design phase. At the end of schematic design and having a full understanding of the project, they get a construction cost estimate. If the client wants to move forward, they put together a scope of work and base their fees on a schedule broken into $25K increments of construction costs. Mark’s preference, the percentage of construction fee is based on the client’s budget. Once they know what the client wants to spend, they can put together a proposal. After a schematic design is complete and approved, the project goes through to bid and the fee adjusts to the final cost of construction. Hourly works for a lot of other architects, but for Mark, hourly has always felt like a monthly negotiation. Flat fees are too hard to predict with different clients, project, expected quality levels, contractors, and more. Mark has learned over the years that it’s easier to develop systems around the beliefs and expectations of the clients rather than to try and convince them that he’s correct as the architect. Instead of trying to justify

Compensation Strategies for Architects How do you get paid? How to you structure your fees as an architect? Architects love to talk about this topic! This week at EntreArchitect Podcast, Mark R. LePage shares his Compensation Strategies for Architects. Note: This episode is about how Mark structure’s the compensation strategies for his own firm. These strategies […] The post EA159: Compensation Strategies for Small Firm Architects [Podcast] appeared first on EntreArchitect.

https://entrearchitect.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/cavin-and-claire.jpg ()How to Succeed as a Married Couple in Architecture “Being a married couple in architecture may be the most difficult,  the most satisfying and the most successful approach at being small firm architects. It’s not always easy and it’s not always pretty, but I wouldn’t trade my life as an architect with my wife and partner Annmarie for anything. How we’ve established our roles and responsibilities for both our firm and our family is how we’ve become successful.” This week at EntreArchitect Podcast, Mark R. LePage speaks with Claire and Cavin Costello from http://www.theranchmine.com (The Ranch Mine) to share their story about How to Succeed as a Married Couple in Architecture. Cavin’s Origin Story Cavin is originally from Connecticut and attended Northeastern University for his undergraduate and graduate degree while working over two years in firms in Connecticut and Boston. After graduating, he felt a change was necessary and he packed up and moved to Phoenix, Arizona. A friend introduced him to Claire the first day he arrived, and the rest is history. Listen to episode 138 to hear Cavin’s full origin story and https://entrearchitect.com/podcast/design-sell-modern-architecture-small-firm-architect-cavin-costello-podcast/ (How To Design and Sell Modern Architecture). Claire’s Origin Story Claire was born and raised in Phoenix, and grew up studying furniture catalogues. Her grandfather built his own home and farm in Indiana; the pride he had and the stories he told about the building process painted a dialogue about creating a home. Similarly, her uncle in Tucson built a rammed earth house and, during a visit, she learned a lot about that process. Both people played a big part in fostering an interest in Claire about creating a home. Her degrees are in English and communication, but her personal relationships followed the design world. A mutual friend introduced her to Cavin, who was obviously very rooted in architecture, and the conversations they had about the built environment and what someone could do with design drew her in. They took a leap to purchase and renovate a foreclosure, and having survived that challenge early on makes other challenges that come their way surmountable. Would you recommend a foreclosure renovation to other married couples? The sequence of building their own designs was such a hands-on experience that Claire found a lot of value in the experience, though it did put them through the wringer. Cavin remembers the process being taxing from both a financial and emotional standpoint, and mixing both of those strains is not for the faint of heart. Jumping into the most difficult thing accelerated their growth and made everything down the road possible. For the Costellos, it was easier to take the risk at the beginning. By diving straight in, do you feel you were able to get some systems in place? It was eye-opening to see the architectural components of moving walls and doing additions, and then you have the interiors of cabinets, tiles, and other finished items. Some things don’t have to be decided at the design part, which they learned along the way. Now, there’s two sets of documents the clients receive including the architectural construction documents and the interior specifications book, which is easily changed if needed. It’s more manageable for clients to have all of the information in front of them with a timeline of the decisions and priorities. How is The Ranch Mine business structured? The Ranch Mine includes Cavin as the Registered Architect and Claire as the Chief Executive. Cavin is the lead on design, but the Costellos collaborate a lot by visiting projects for initial visits, working to wrap both of their heads around existing conditions, and joining together for different design elements. They work with...

https://entrearchitect.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/shutterstock190777358.jpg ()How To Be Happy as an Architect Architecture is a tough profession. We work long hours for years with passion and dedication to become architects. We struggle to launch our firms without basic business fundamentals. We search for the best clients and then work to serve them to the best of our ability. Being entrepreneur architects gives us so many freedoms that we wouldn’t have if we were employed by another firm. It’s tough, but we wouldn’t have it any other way. Still, sometimes we question whether or not we made the right decision. Would we be happier working for someone else? True happiness is the result not of your profession, but of the choices you make and the person you choose to be. This week on EntreArchitect Podcast, Mark R. LePage shares his 3 Steps to Happiness as a Small Firm Architect. Love Love has a lot of meanings to a lot of different people. Love is about respecting and caring for one another. How can you be there for others and support them? Not just your spouse, kids or friends, but your fellow human beings that you encounter in the world. How many ways could you find in the day to be more patient, to be kinder? When you choose to be impatient or unkind to someone, it doesn’t only change their behaviors, it changes who you are. How can you love people with opposing view points? Our individual experiences lead to different ways of viewing the world, and it’s possible for us to come together and love one another. How does it make others feel when you love them? When you respect and care for someone, they will be more likely to follow your lead. Learn You’re probably visiting this podcast to learn. When you focus on a new skill, your mind grows and you become a better person. Imagine if you chose to focus on mastering the business of architecture. Would your home life be better? Your life as an architect? Your designs? Set a goal to learn something new every day. Be intentional and make a habit of it. What can you set out to learn that might change your life? You can work to master a new skill that will make you a better person. Commit to exercise or meditation, maybe learn a new form of keeping yourself in shape. Share This is where the world gets to benefit from what you love and what you’ve learned. What’s the point of having all the knowledge if you’re not going to share it? If the goal is to be happy, keeping it to yourself is only halfway there. If you learn something new, teach someone about it. When you find something that works, share it with other architects so that everyone in the profession can be more successful. When you share, others are inspired to share too. The more you give away, the more you get in return, the more fulfilled and happier you will be. Love, learn and share what you know. Do you serve your local community? How has that service resulted in your success? Visit the http://EntreArchitect.com/group (EntreArchitect Facebook Group) and share your thoughts. Visit our Platform Sponsors TruStile is a leader in high end, architectural interior doors. Visit them at http://trustile.com (TruStile.com) to learn more! Tanglewood Conservatories combines the romanticism of the 19th century glass architecture with state-of-the-art technology today. Learn more at http://tanglewoodconservatories.com (TanglewoodConservatories.com). Referenced in this Episode http://EntreArchitect.com/freecourse (EntreArchitect Profit Plan Course) (free) Photo credit: Pixabay / https://pixabay.com/en/users/asi24-2397893/ (asi24)   The post https://entrearchitect.com/podcast/entrearch/how-to-be-happy-as-an-architect/ (EA143: 3 Steps to Happiness as a Small Firm Architect [Podcast]) appeared first on https://entrearchitect.com (EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects).

https://entrearchitect.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/scales-3033881280.png ()Living an Integrated Life As small firm architects, work life balance plays a critical role in the success of our businesses as well as the success of our personal lives. This week at EntreArchitect Podcast, Mark R. LePage shares his thoughts on Living an Integrated Life as a Small Firm Architect. The integrated life allows us to live one continuous life with both our business and personal lives at the same time. Sometimes it’s crazy, and sometimes it’s wonderful. For those of us who work from home or who are trying to juggle full time personal lives and full time professional lives, it becomes a struggle: we’re either going to end up with a failing firm because we focused on our family, or we’re going to end up with a forgotten family because we focused on our firm. Imbalance in life shows itself as stress. When our attention and intentions are appropriately distributed, the stress is reduced. This doesn’t mean that the distribution needs to be equal. How do we balance our time, our efforts, our attention between our firm and our family? Success comes when we stop trying to balance them perfectly, but instead, accept that work and life are one integrated experience.  Mark’s family does this by having one integrated calendar for the entire family. The calendar is filled with client meetings, doctor appointments, school plays, and more, so that at any given time, he and Annmarie are able to keep the various facets of their lives organized. By scheduling things out, you can give yourself permission to allow personal time into work hours because you know that you’ve scheduled something work related for typical “off hours” on an evening or weekend. Living an integrated life isn’t easy. It’s not about sacrificing one thing over another. It’s about being intentional and living the life we choose to live. It’s about being efficient to do the things that matter, both in both our firm and our family. Question: How do you live an integrated life? Profit for Small Firm Architects To learn more, https://entrearchitect.com/freecourse (visit EntreArchitect for the free course)! Visit our Platform Sponsor EntreArchitect GetFocused Course. They key to success is to change our mindset about time. This course will help you get things done, live a stress free life, and be more successful by finding the time to focus on what matters most. To learn more and to get focused today, visit http://getfocused.com (GetFocusedCourse.com).    The post https://entrearchitect.com/podcast/entrearch/integrated-life/ (EA139: Living an Integrated Life [Podcast]) appeared first on https://entrearchitect.com (EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects).

Living an Integrated Life As small firm architects, work life balance plays a critical role in the success of our businesses as well as the success of our personal lives. This week at EntreArchitect Podcast, Mark R. LePage shares his thoughts on Living an Integrated Life as a Small Firm Architect. The integrated life allows […] The post EA139: Living an Integrated Life [Podcast] appeared first on EntreArchitect.

https://entrearchitect.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/shutterstock364392143.jpg () Every architect has a dream of having their work published in books and magazines. For some, it's a right of passage a testament to hard work and years of focus. For others, it’s a marketing strategy. Publication is a form of social proof indicating that our designs are worthy of our prospective clients' attention. Do you want to get your work published? Well stick around… This week at EntreArchitect Podcast, Mark R. LePage will share How to Get Published as an Architect. 10 Steps to Get Published as an Architect 1. Design Interesting Details & Spaces // Many of us don’t have huge budgets to design at the level we want to throughout the whole building. While you’re designing, think about the spaces you may be able to design with no extra budget that will create a great photographs for publishers. 2. Photography Matters // Unless you have the skills of a professional, you’re going to have to hire someone. Even if you have great architecture or a great story, editors are looking for great photography. 3. Cultivate Relationships // Get to know editors, writers & scouts. Reach out and start a relationship with them. By having that relationship, they may reach out simply because they know the kind of work you do. 4. Build a Platform // Every architect needs a platform to share their story. Start a blog, a podcast, a YouTube channel, so that when you build this community of people who want to hear what you have to say, you have a way to share it with them and others. You can use this group to leverage your brand. 5. Be Helpful // Be an expert to help fill in the gaps for writers by answering questions, giving quotes for an article, or referring them to someone else. 6. Tell a Good Story // A well-crafted email sharing your unique story provides an incentive for any writer looking for their next article. Tell an great story and they’ll be very interested in pursuing it. 7. Self Publish // Share your own stories on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, your website or blog, or in a book. Just put it out there and you’ll be noticed. 8. Enter Competitions // Even if you don’t win, you may catch a publisher’s eye and find greater exposure. 9. Be Picky // Be selective in who you allow to publish your work. Some collections require exclusivity, so be aware of where you’re publishing your work. 10. Your Website Matters // You need to have a great website so that, when an editor or publisher is interested in your work, they can check out your website for your story, portfolio, and more information. Have you had your projects published? What works for you? Let us know your thoughts below! Register for our FREE Special Session Webinar https://entrearchitect.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/lepage151221-fivecat-593ME.jpg () Want to learn about the 3 critical business systems you need to succeed as a small firm architect? Marketing Sales Productivity Register for our FREE special session webinar on Tuesday, September 27th at 9 PM EST. Visit https://entrearchitect.com/freewebinar (EntreArchitect.com/FreeWebinar). Visit our Platform Sponsor http://freshbooks.com/architect (FreshBooks) The easiest way to send invoices, manage expenses, and track your time. http://freshbooks.com/architect (Access Your 30-Day Free Trial at FreshBooks.com/architect) (Enter EntreArchitect) Referenced in This Episode How To Get Published as a Small Firm Architect http://www.scottlepage.com/index (Scott LePage photography) http://6%20Critical Lessons From My First 24 Months in Business (6 Critical Lessons From My First 24 Months in Business)     Photo Credit: Shutterstock / http://www.shutterstock.com/pic-364392143/stock-photo-selective-focus-of-the-stacking-magazine-place-on-table-in-living-room.html?src=_O7wHzgnpb4mk6VW6WJU9w-1-5 (pinkomelet)...

https://entrearchitect.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/130011641601797040139663512369576342603917n.jpg ()Using Technology to Leverage a Powerful Idea for Predictable Revenue For the month of August at EntreArchitect Podcast, we’re focusing on Personal Development and we encourage you to dedicate some time to building a better you. This week, enjoy the Best of EntreArchitect Podcast as Mark R. LePage and Jared Perry, the founder of Paeven.com, discuss Using Technology to Leverage a Powerful Idea for Predictable Revenue. For full show notes and a list of references from the original podcast, visit https://entrearchitect.com/EA125 (EntreArchitect.com/EA125). Connect with Jared on https://www.facebook.com/paevenbuzz/?fref=ts (Facebook), https://www.linkedin.com/in/jared-perry-pe-leed-ap-36367537 (LinkedIn), https://twitter.com/paevenbuzz (Twitter), and online at http://paeven.com (Paeven.com). Enrollment for the EntreArchitect Academy opens in September! To learn more and sign up for our early-bird mailing list, https://entrearchitect.com/academy (visit EntreArchitect Academy) today! Visit our Platform Sponsor http://freshbooks.com/architect (FreshBooks) The easiest way to send invoices, manage expenses, and track your time. http://freshbooks.com/architect (Access Your 30-Day Free Trial at FreshBooks.com/architect) (Enter EntreArchitect) The post https://entrearchitect.com/podcast/entrearch/predictable-revenue/ (The Quest for Predictable Revenue (Best of EntreArchitect Podcast)) appeared first on https://entrearchitect.com (EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects).

Profit…Then Art: 12 Steps to Business Success in Architecture For the month of August at EntreArchitect Podcast, we focused on Personal Development and encouraged you to dedicate some time to building a better you. For our final installment, enjoy the Best of EntreArchitect Podcast as Mark R. LePage shares 12 Steps to Business Success in Architecture. For […] The post Profit…Then Art (Best of EntreArchitect Podcast) appeared first on EntreArchitect.

Using Technology to Leverage a Powerful Idea for Predictable Revenue For the month of August at EntreArchitect Podcast, we’re focusing on Personal Development and we encourage you to dedicate some time to building a better you. This week, enjoy the Best of EntreArchitect Podcast as Mark R. LePage and Jared Perry, the founder of Paeven.com, discuss […] The post The Quest for Predictable Revenue (Best of EntreArchitect Podcast) appeared first on EntreArchitect.

Risks & Rewards as an Architect Developer For the month of August at EntreArchitect Podcast, we’re focusing on Personal Development and we encourage you to dedicate some time to building a better you. This week, enjoy the Best of EntreArchitect Podcast as Mark R. LePage speaks with Jim Zack of San Fransisco-based Zack de Vito Architecture about […] The post Risks & Rewards as an Architect Developer (Best of EntreArchitect Podcast) appeared first on EntreArchitect.

Passive Income for Architects For the month of August at EntreArchitect Podcast, we’re focusing on Personal Development and we encourage you to dedicate some time to building a better you. This week, enjoy the Best of EntreArchitect Podcast as Mark R. LePage speaks with Eric Reinholdt of 30X40 Design Workshop about Passive Income for Architects. […] The post Passive Income for Architects (Best of EntreArchitect Podcast) appeared first on EntreArchitect.

  https://entrearchitect.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/EmilyHall.jpg ()Branding for Architects For the month of August at EntreArchitect Podcast, we’re focusing on Personal Development and we encourage you to dedicate some time to building a better you. This week, enjoy the Best of EntreArchitect Podcast as Mark R. LePage speaks with Emily Hall about the importance of Branding for Architects. For full show notes and a list of references from the podcast, visit https://entrearchitect.com/EA065 (EntreArchitect.com/EA065). Find Emily online at http://unionstudioarch.com (UnionStudioArch.com), and connect on Twitter http://www.twitter.com/unionstudioarch (@unionstudioarch), https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-hall-29ba664?authType=NAME_SEARCH&authToken=EgAN&locale=en_US&trk=tyah&trkInfo=clickedVertical%3Amynetwork%2CclickedEntityId%3A14567447%2CauthType%3ANAME_SEARCH%2Cidx%3A1-1-1%2CtarId%3A1470351401277%2Ctas%3Aemily%20hall%20union%20studio (LinkedIn), https://www.facebook.com/unionstudioarch/?fref=ts (Facebook) and https://www.instagram.com/unionstudioarch/ (Instagram). Enrollment for the EntreArchitect Academy opens in September! To learn more and sign up for our early-bird mailing list, https://entrearchitect.com/academy (visit EntreArchitect Academy) Visit our Platform Sponsor http://freshbooks.com/architect (FreshBooks) The easiest way to send invoices, manage expenses, and track your time. http://freshbooks.com/architect (Access Your 30-Day Free Trial at FreshBooks.com/architect) (Enter EntreArchitect) The post https://entrearchitect.com/podcast/entrearch/branding-for-architects/ (Branding for Architects (Best of EntreArchitect Podcast)) appeared first on https://entrearchitect.com (EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects).

  Branding for Architects For the month of August at EntreArchitect Podcast, we’re focusing on Personal Development and we encourage you to dedicate some time to building a better you. This week, enjoy the Best of EntreArchitect Podcast as Mark R. LePage speaks with Emily Hall about the importance of Branding for Architects. For full […] The post Branding for Architects (Best of EntreArchitect Podcast) appeared first on EntreArchitect.

https://entrearchitect.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/6a00d83451bbe269e201a511d1c42a970c-800wi.jpg ()Do you have an idea for a new product, service or business? Today, with all the tools available and so many of them free, you no longer have an excuse. If it’s something you really want and the only thing standing in your way is fear, just try! Mark R. LePage is talking with someone who’s been doing just that ever since he discovered a need in grad school and couldn’t find the solution, so he decided to create the solution himself. Learn how he started his many companies, how he’s managing each project, and the tools he uses to communicate with his virtual teams. This week on EntreArchitect Podcast, Mark R. LePage is joined by Robert Yuen, co-founder of http://sectioncut.com (SectionCut.com)  and http://monograph.io (Monograph.io), as he shares his thoughts on The Power of Trying.  Born and raised in Chicago, Robert was the son of Chinese immigrants who played with legos, imagined building and creating things. He took drafting and architectural classes in high school and competed city-wide in various contests. He had a great mentor teacher who helped steer him in the path of architecture to use his passion and abilities in design. He went to the University of Illinois Chicago, where he won a traveling fellowship and spent a year backpacking around 20+ countries. Upon his return, he worked small, high-end residential before he decided to attend grad school at the University of Michigan. With a heavy focus on technology, Robert started to figure out exactly what focus he wanted to have. Most recently he’s gone full time with his many projects as an entrepreneur. After realizing a lack in the profession during both in school and out of school, he asked himself how he could most effectively save the things that were valuable to him in a way that was easy for him to find again. As an answer to that question, http://sectioncut.com (SectionCut.com) was created as a platform for a collective of designers and architects to share what’s going on in today’s practice. Through back and forth conversations between Robert and a few freelancers, they decided to try out an agency model. https://medium.com/dixon-moe/about (Dixon & Moe) was established to provide tech design and software consulting to large firms. Their current location in San Fransisco gives them the opportunity provide support from up-and-coming startups to big companies. http://monograph.io (Monograph.io) started as more of a blogging platform for makers. It was critiqued and reborn to be a simple, portfolio-building website for architects. Architects want to be found, and since Monograph is so focused on architects, they can design their own technology and SEO algorithms to allow an architect of a specific type or region to get connected easily. Coming soon may be a simple, technology-based RFP plugin, project management and staff management, and accounting plugins. During Robert’s earlier days in the industry, he did a lot of computer-intensive, heavy 3D modeling and renderings, where he noticed most of his time was spent not working, but waiting for the computer to produce what he needed. http://bigfluffy.io/about (BigFluffy.io) is an idea to solve that problem: a computer on the web. Here you can have access to your machine through a browser that you can rent as often as you want and increase or decrease your power to speed up what you need to do. How are you getting all this done? Not all projects are going on at the same time. He heavily values his co-founders and partners. Robert doesn’t believe in starting businesses solo because of all the moving parts and the need for a team that you trust to to get the project off the ground. Having a team means each person brings their own strengths and weaknesses Do you manage employees for any of your projects? For SectionCut.com, a virtual

Do you have an idea for a new product, service or business? Today, with all the tools available and so many of them free, you no longer have an excuse. If it’s something you really want and the only thing standing in your way is fear, just try! Mark R. LePage is talking with someone […] The post EA133: The Power of Trying with Robert Yuen of SectionCut.com [Podcast] appeared first on EntreArchitect.

https://entrearchitect.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Robot512x512.png ()The road to success is a long and bumpy ride. For us licensed architects, we all dealt with the challenge of passing the Architect Registration Exam. For those of you studying to pass the ARE today, you’re working through that challenge right now. This week at EntreArchitect Podcast, Mark R. LePage discusses How to Pass the Architect Registration Exam with Michael Riscica. As a creative child, Michael loved to draw, build model cars and create. After high school, he landed a job with an interior design school that told him he could have it if he learned CAD. He followed that with a few community college classes, and then attended the Boston Architecture College (BAC) at night while he worked full time. When he moved to Long Island, he finished his degree at the New York Institute of Technology (NYIY). During this time, he traveled and participated in various extracurricular activities. Where school previously hadn’t been one of his strong suits, the design studios in architecture school brought a passion where he realized he could have a career as an architect.  While living in Boston, he fell deeply in love with cycling and began researching to complete a 400 mile bike ride from Boston to New York. In 2005, his dream of cycling across America was born and achieved when he rode from Virginia to Washington. In 2006, he hiked the Appalachian Trail for several weeks.  After graduating in 2007, he made another trip across the US with a group of friends and decided to stay in Portland, where he’s lived and worked ever since. He began studying for his AREs in 2009, and had to take a two-year break because he was so burned out and exhausted. When he got back into it, he checked out for the entire year of 2013 and did almost nothing but studying and taking the exams, successfully receiving his license at the end of that year. With no room for creativity in the past few years of studying, he felt like he needed a new creative project: writing a blog for young architects. He put full effort into http://youngarchitect.com (Young Architect), sharing study successes, failure stories and the experience of going through the AREs. When several of his articles went viral, he used some content to write How to Pass the Architecture Registration Exam. With a lot of inquiries to help others get ready for their exams, he created the ARE Bootcamp to fill the gap between architecture school and preparing for the exam itself. In the ARE Bootcamp, small groups gather weekly  for 10 weeks to move through a syllabus of what to study, how to recall the necessary information, and figuring out how to get up to speed to study for the exam. Once you take the program, you’re in the community forever. Michael’s been running the current ARE Bootcamp on his latest tour where he’s racked up 2800 miles in the last 50 days since the Philadelphia AIA Convention. He’ll be in Portland sometime soon to connect with the https://worlddominationsummit.com/schedule (World Domination Summit), a conference for creative people who are doing various projects to change the world. Connect with Michael online at http://youngarchitect.com (YoungArchitect.com) and visit his http://coast2coastbikeride.com/2016-bike-ride/ (Coast2Coast Bike Ride Blog), on https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-riscica-aia-6a752b36 (LinkedIn), http://instagram.com/biketouring999 (Instagram) & https://twitter.com/BikeTouring999 (Twitter) @BikeTouring999, and https://www.facebook.com/MichaelRiscicaArchitect/?fref=ts (Facebook). Look for his https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/duderobot/ (trail of robot stickers) across the US! Visit our Platform Sponsor http://freshbooks.com/architect (FreshBooks) The easiest way to send invoices, manage expenses, and track your time. http://freshbooks.com/architect (Access Your 30-Day Free Trial at FreshBooks.com/architect) (Enter...

The road to success is a long and bumpy ride. For us licensed architects, we all dealt with the challenge of passing the Architect Registration Exam. For those of you studying to pass the ARE today, you’re working through that challenge right now. This week at EntreArchitect Podcast, Mark R. LePage discusses How to Pass […] The post EA132: Cycling, Licensing and How to Pass the Architect Registration Exam with Michael Riscica [Podcast] appeared first on EntreArchitect.

https://entrearchitect.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/pY7Ps7Vx.jpeg ()Most of us, when we launched our firms, we started solo, working by ourselves from a small private studio and wearing every hat required to run a successful architecture firm. We worked that way for as long as we could, but we finally reached a point when we knew it was time to get some help but how? Where do I look? What if I hire the wrong person? How am I going to pay them week after week. That first hire is a pivotal point in every successful architecture firm. This week at EntreArchitect Podcast residential architect Marica McKeel joined Mark R. LePage to talk about How to Overcome the Fear of Hiring Your First Employee. Marica’s journey began when she was recruited as a diver at North Carolina State University, where she decided to study architecture. After graduating, she moved back to Tampa to work for a commercial architecture firm. When she had a project for a multi-family space, she realized she loved the residential side of architecture. She pursued a masters at Parsons Fashion, Art and Design School in New York, where she fell in love with the New York City. She was hired at Santiago Calatrava, where she worked on the Chicago Spire, the PATH Station at Ground Zero and Santiago’s personal home in Connecticut. In 2010, after seeing the great desire for weekend homes by those who lived and worked in the city, she ventured out to start her own residential architecture firm. In the last year, she went from a solo firm to three employees. Q: How long were you in business before your first employee? A: 4 years. Q: What made you say, “I need to get an employee”? A: I was trying to maintain a client-happy business. If I failed at that because I was unable to keep up with my projects, I was doing my clients a disservice. Q: How did you start out hiring someone? A: I hired a contractor I was familiar with who worked about 60% of the time to test the waters. I quickly realized that he had other things going on and he wasn’t 100% focused on being part of my team. Q: Do you see that first hire as a mistake? A: I see it as a stepping stone. If I were to give someone advice, I would say you don’t need that stepping stone. For me, I needed someone quickly and I probably would have rushed a hiring decision. Q: What role did you hire for the first time? Was it a high level or low level person? A: You’re typically supposed to hire a high level person so you don’t have to teach as much. I hired someone straight out of undergrad at an entry-level role, and her energy and excitement might be more important than anything else. Q: What was the process you went through to hire the first person? A: I put out a job ad on Archinect and filtered through those applications. I was looking for those who did their research: they knew who I was, what type of work I did and what was important to me. I wanted them to want to work for my firm. Q: Once you found your top 3, how did you decide on the right person? A: Mostly based on the conversation, but I could have probably narrowed it down to the cover letter. As architects, we have to present ourselves well. Q: Can you tell us about hire #2? A: The second hire was someone I’d worked with for years and always hoped would come to work for me eventually. She called two months after the first hire, and I said, “Absolutely. Let’s do this.” She is a partner without having a partner. She runs the office and loves a challenge, so I was able to unload a lot of my responsibility to her so I could get back to being an architect. Q: Why did you choose to hire a third employee in less than a year? A: Mainly because we needed to be more team focused and our contractor was ready to go do his own thing. We had passion and design, but we didn’t have detail strength, so that’s what we were looking for. We needed an experienced, unique...

https://entrearchitect.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/dannycerezo.png ()It's June and all month long we here at EntreArchitect are focusing our content on the category of Technology. On the blog, here on the podcast and inside https://entrearchitect.com/academy (EntreArchitect Academy) we are diving deep into the many technologies we can use to make our architecture firms run more efficiently and more effectively. This week Mark R. LePage invited the co-founder of a relatively new firm to join us to discuss the many technologies that he is using to launch his small firm. Architect Danny Cerezo is on the show and he and Mark discussed Successful Technologies for an Architect StartUp. Danny Cerezo is based in Los Angeles, CA and is the principal and co-founder at c|s design. After spending time in service with the Navy, Danny worked for a developer near Palm Springs. He attended Woodbury University in San Diego and graduated with a Masters in Real Estate Development geared for and taught by architects, following that up with working to earn his general contractor’s license. After finishing and selling some projects, creating relationships and getting requests for architecture work on the side, he and his wife, Pam, formed c|s design. What technologies are you using in your firm? Design Software // Whatever’s best for the task at hand. For renovation and addition projects, https://www.chiefarchitect.com (Chief Architect). Primarily for design they use http://www.autodesk.com/products/revit-family/overview (Revit), but are considering switching to http://www.graphisoft.com/archicad/ (ArchiCad) as Mac users. Project Management // For overall project management, http://trello.com (Trello) for the big picture to create systems, project templates, and identify steps for each phase. For detailed task management, http://todoist.com (ToDoist). http://evernote.com (Evernote) to easily scan documents, record audio, organize, search and share files for each project. “If anybody’s not using EverNote, I would say pause the podcast right now, go download it and then come back. It’s fantastic.“ Danny also uses a smart pen called http://store.livescribe.com/moleskine (Livescribe) that’s digitally connected so that every page from the notebook automatically gets uploaded to Evernote. Accounting // http://freshbooks.com/architect (FreshBooks) for the ease of use and its robustness where clients can come in to check retainers, invoices received and paid, expenses and track time. http://quickbooks.com (QuickBooks) as a preference for their accountant, who’s then able to check their work. In order to avoid doing the work twice, a http://zapier.com (Zapier) account integrates the two softwares. Communication // Primarily using email but considering using http://slack.com (Slack) to capture all the information in one repository. Mobile Apps // http://dropbox.com (Dropbox) as a server. Social media apps like http://www.morpholioapps.com (Morpholio) to share creative ideas and https://www.squarespace.com (SquareSpace) to host their website. Website // http://candsdesign.com (CandSDesign.com) and the http://candsdesign.com/blog (blog) are geared more towards clients. To share within the profession of architects, Danny uses https://medium.com/@csdesignLA (Medium) to blog on topics like “6 Things I Learned My First 2 Years Running Our Architecture Firm” and “Architect as Developer. You Can Do It Too.” Connect with Danny on https://www.facebook.com/csdesignlosangeles/ (Facebook), Twitter https://twitter.com/dcerezo_LA (@dcerezo_LA) and https://twitter.com/csdesignla (@csdesignla), https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannycerezo (LinkedIn), https://www.instagram.com/csdesign_la/ (Instagram) and Medium https://medium.com/@csdesignLA (@csdesignLA). Visit our Platform Sponsor http://freshbooks.com/architect (FreshBooks) The easiest way to send invoices, manage...

https://entrearchitect.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/mark-5162771920.jpg () Happy clients are the result of clients knowing what to expect, when to expect it, and how much it’s going to cost when their expectations are met. This week on EntreArchitect Podcast, Mark R. LePage shares How to Build a System to Manage Your Architecture Clients’ Expectations. How do we deliver services to our clients in a way that meets or exceeds their expectations? How do we ensure that every interaction results in a happy, satisfied client? Under promise, over deliver. Don’t say you’re going to do something and then fail to follow through. Always do, at the very least, what you say you’re going to do. Know the time it will take you to do something and give yourself more than enough time. Then delivery the results early whenever you’re able to. Manage expectations. Our clients want to know what to expect, when to expect it, and what it’s going to cost them when the expectation is finally realized. Managing their expectations manages their happiness. Create a system for client expectation management. Put together a step-by-step process of items that will keep your clients feeling fully in control from pre-contract through design and construction to the end of project close-out. Schedule time to review each project once you complete it. Once you have identified the various phases, figure out how to communicate the start and end of each phase to your client. How to Build Business Systems for Architects This month on the EntreArchitect Academy, founder of Business + Architecture and author of The E-Myth Architect Norbert Lemermeyer joins members as our expert trainer to share his knowledge and research on how to build business systems for architects. He’ll share his own templates for his proprietary Client Fulfillment System. EntreArchitect Academy expert training sessions are only available to members inside EntreArchitect Academy. For more information, https://entrearchitect.com/academy (click here) to learn more about our all-inclusive online membership program for small firm architects. Enrollment is open but is limited! https://entrearchitect.com/academy (Click here to enroll in the EntreArchitect Academy) Visit our Platform Sponsors http://freshbooks.com/architect (FreshBooks) The easiest way to send invoices, manage expenses, and track your time. http://freshbooks.com/architect (Access Your 30-Day Free Trial at FreshBooks.com/architect) (Enter EntreArchitect) Referenced in This Episode http://amzn.to/1Yb9moY (The E-Myth Architect) by Norbert Lemermeyer Join us in Philadelphia at the EntreArchitect Meetup Photo Credit: http://www.pixabay.com (Pixabay)   The post https://entrearchitect.com/podcast/entrearch/business-systems-for-architects/ (EA122: How to Build a System to Manage Your Architecture Clients’ Expectations [Podcast]) appeared first on https://entrearchitect.com (EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects).

Happy clients are the result of clients knowing what to expect, when to expect it, and how much it’s going to cost when their expectations are met. This week on EntreArchitect Podcast, Mark R. LePage shares How to Build a System to Manage Your Architecture Clients’ Expectations. How do we deliver services to our clients […] The post EA122: How to Build a System to Manage Your Architecture Clients’ Expectations [Podcast] appeared first on EntreArchitect.

https://entrearchitect.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Postimage12CriticalCat.jpg () In architecture school, we all had a dream of what we would become when we became architects; designing beautiful spaces and making the world a better place with each project. We each told ourselves a story of success as an architect. We imagined a studio filled with light, working with talented people and surrounded by the iterations of our creativity. Powerful projects, patrons and processes of purpose that allowed us to pursue our passions. How is your dream looking today? Are you succeeding or are you struggling? This week at EntreArchitect Podcast, Mark R. LePage will share The 12 Critical Categories of Business That Will Take Your Architecture Firm from a Struggling Studio to Small Firm Success Story. Business is a game, and like any game, you have to be able to learn and play by the rules to win. There are critical steps that need to be taken in order for our firms to thrive and become the success stories of our dreams. The only way to small firm architecture success is to hit each one of these twelve critical categories: Finance // Are your books in order? The numbers are how we make it all work financially. How do you manage your money? How do you put together your financial reports? Should you use debt to grow or not? Business Development (Sales) // If you don't have sales, you don't have business, you don't have an architecture firm. Are you selling your services? Leadership // Are you a strong leader? How can you become a small leader? Do you know how to build strong teams? Are you familiar with the roles, responsibilities, and results expected in your firm? Culture // Have you defined what your firm’s culture looks like? Are you intentionally developing your firm culture? Client Fulfillment // How do you manage the expectations of your clients? How do you develop systems that help you fulfill clients’ needs? How can you develop strong project management skills? Are you using the http://EntreArchitect,com/hybrid (EntreArchitect Hybrid Proposal)? Technology // What design software are you using? Are you using the best equipment and software that you can afford to make you into the most productive in what you do? Is your technology relevant and are you looking to the future technologies that architects will be using? Business Management // Who are the people in our firm and how are they working? What are the processes that those people are working with? What are the products and services that we’re creating and serving with? Do you have an interview process, a hiring process, a conflict/resolution process, a firing process? Are they documented? Personal Development // Are you learning and exploring to build a better you? What are you doing on a daily basis to care for yourself mentally and physically to make sure that you stay strong and healthy? Are you sharing what you know with others? Marketing // What strategies and systems of marketing do you have in place now? What types of marketing should you be developing? Are you connected through social networks? Is your website telling your story in a captivating way? Is it a way for you to connect further?  Life // How do you integrate your firm with your personal life? Are you learning the skills of scheduling and prioritizing to live a better, more integrated life? Community // How can you build a business that does good for others while building a business that does well? Planning // Do you take time to look back at what you’ve been doing to evaluate if you’re on the right track with your goals? Can you look forward at how your plan will evolve further down the road? If you are running a firm, these things aren’t optional. Focus on each one of them, schedule time and be intentional to develop systems and strategies. Mark struggled and searched for the answers for years, but when he focused on...

What if you were going to start your firm today, from scratch, with the knowledge that you now have? Would you do things differently? How could you ensure that the firm is prosperous and encourages equity for everyone involved? This week on EntreArchitect Podcast, Rosa Sheng, AIA joins Mark R. LePage to share The 7 Essential Elements of an Equitable Architecture Firm. Creating a Culture of Equity… by Design Rosa Sheng, AIA, is a founding member of the Bohlin Cywinski Jackson San Francisco office, whose work includes the Pixar Animation offices and Apple glass structures. She's also a founder of Equity by Design. Started as a grassroots effort to gauge the conditions of practice and what people were going through in the life of an architect, Equity by Design soon evolved to capture a larger conversation about the state of practice. What was and wasn't working? What can we do to better to improve the conditions for architects and designers as well as their clients? There are lots of hurdles throughout a profession that could cause you to leave: hiring, the state of the economy, needing to “pay dues”, licensure, jumping through hoops, caring for kids, selves or others, the glass ceiling. Equity by Design was formed to provide valuable information that people need in order to keep themselves in the profession. Equity in architecture comes into play when the leaders and innovators of tomorrow commit to each part of the process of creating a more equitable practice. How does equity affect a firm culture and visa versa? How can we be intentional about designing a firm around a culture that's based on equity? The 7 Essential Elements of an Equitable Architecture Firm Mindset for Equity // There is a critical difference between Equity and Equality. Equity is about recognizing difference and providing just and fair opportunities for people to have access to the same success. Equality is about “sameness” and recognizing that everyone gets the same “piece of the pie”. Implicit Bias // Everyone has bias. Acknowledge your biases and say, I know these things about myself. Now how can I change them to improve the workplace culture so I'm not just hiring and interacting with people like myself? Work Life Integration // Allow for flexible work hours. Embrace the concept of “core hours”. Schedule the bulk of your meetings at  core hours to allow for flexibility in work hours and avoid the stress of people missing out. Leave of Absences // Develop a paid leave plan. Whether you're on maternity or paternity leave, taking care of a sick or elderly family member, or a caregiver. Confidence that one’s position is secure in times of crisis is critical to a culture of equity. Mentors & Champions // Build a culture of organic mentorship that supports people's passions and unique skill sets. Allow that to feed back into the firm. Build relationships with “champions;” people that purposely and conscientiously look out for you, your personal development, and your advancement opportunities. Clear Promotion Policy // One of the top issues for people leaving firms is that no clear criteria for advancement exists. Create a clear and transparent promotion policy that outlines what steps and skill sets are needed in order to advance within the firm leadership structure. Metrics & Pay Equity // You can't know how you're progressing if you don't self-measure. Track specific metrics that will allow you to look at your payroll on an annual basis and see how you're doing. Are you hiring in a diverse way? Are you paying people in an equitable way? Visit our Platform Sponsors http://freshbooks.com/architect (FreshBooks) The easiest way to send invoices, manage expenses, and track your time. http://freshbooks.com/architect (Access Your 30-Day Free Trial at FreshBooks.com/architect) (Enter EntreArchitect)...

What if you were going to start your firm today, from scratch, with the knowledge that you now have? Would you do things differently? How could you ensure that the firm is prosperous and encourages equity for everyone involved? This week on EntreArchitect Podcast, Rosa Sheng, AIA joins Mark R. LePage to share The 7 […] The post EA120: The 7 Essential Elements of an Equitable Architecture Firm [Podcast] appeared first on EntreArchitect.

https://entrearchitect.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/shutterstock275946575.jpg ()When we talk about firm culture, our first thoughts lead us to a busy studio full of staff working with dozens of clients. Don't we need a firm full of people before we can have a firm culture? What if we work alone, as many of you do? Do you have a culture? If so, how important is it to our ultimate success as an architect? As you may have guessed, Mark R. LePage has a few ideas on that subject. This week on EntreArchitect Podcast, Mark shares his thoughts on The Sole Practitioner Architecture Firm Culture. Culture is one of those things that sits there and becomes what it becomes if it’s not intentionally thought about and planned. Is your firm culture positive and healthy? Is it doing what it’s supposed to be doing? Is it a negative culture that’s harming your success? Take a look at last week’s episode for more about the importance of scheduling some time to think about your culture and develop your own Foundation of Values. Marica McKeel, guest writer for this week’s EntreArchitect blog, is working hard to build her newly-growing firm’s culture using off-site weekend retreats to build into her team. But what if you practice alone and don’t have any staff…do you still have to worry about firm culture? Even a firm culture of one is important. A firm culture refers to the beliefs and behaviors that determine how our teams interact and how they handle transactions inside and outside of the studio environment. If you have beliefs and behaviors and you interact with others inside and outside of the studio environment, then you have a culture; it’s a firm culture of one. What makes up a firm culture of one? Physical Studio Space // Do you have your own dedicated work space? Have you created a private, well-defined space for your firm that’s dedicated to your firm’s architecture? Is it efficiently designed? Is it well-equipped with updated computers and other devices? Work-Life Integration // If you have a home office, is it a separate space where clients can come without going through your home? Can you intentionally design your life to integrate your firm and your family? Are you planning space for various responsibilities both at work and at home? Work Hours // Do you have set work hours? Can you create boundaries for work and home time? Relationships // How do you interact with people both inside and outside of the studio? How are your home-life relationships affecting your firm’s culture? Making Money // Do you have power and resources to do more of the good things you want to do? Have you created profit plans and systems to make your business work so you can focus on the parts of being an architect that you love? Systems // Do you have systems in place to make things easier since you are one person wearing many different hats in your firm? Are your systems effective? Time-saving? Replicable? Efficient? Success of Your Firm // Do you feel successful and content in your work? Are you doing what you love and what you want to be doing? Think of firm culture as the “vibe”. When you walk into your space, what’s the vibe you get? Is it a good feeling, or do you feel your body tense up and your head start to hurt? That’s your culture speaking to you. Just as in large firms, sole practitioners have to be intentional about their firm culture. Visit our Platform Sponsors http://freshbooks.com/architect (FreshBooks) The easiest way to send invoices, manage expenses, and track your time. http://freshbooks.com/architect (Access Your 30-Day Free Trial at FreshBooks.com/architect) (Enter EntreArchitect) Referenced in this Episode https://entrearchitect.com/2016/04/12/developing-powerful-small-firm-culture-ground/ (Developing a Powerful Small Firm Culture from the Ground Up) by Marica McKeel...

https://entrearchitect.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Culture.jpg () Architecture Firm Culture Many of us architects are so focused on our business, our design and all the things we have going on that we don't think about culture. We may not even think it's that important to the success of our firm compared to financial management, design, sales or marketing. What if you were told that a positive, healthy culture is critical to the success of any business? When Southwest Airlines' CEO Gary Kelly was asked his thoughts on the importance of culture, he said, I think it's everything. It's more than just critical, it's literally everything for a company . This week on EntreArchitect Podcast, Episode 118, Mark R. LePage discusses what firm culture is and shares some aspects that will build your team’s culture. A firm culture refers to the beliefs and behaviors that affect how your team interacts and how they handle transactions inside and outside the studio. There are many things that make up your firm culture: Interactions: Think about how you want your team to interact and treat others, whether it be someone in a leadership position, a coworker or a client. Is there good communication inside the firm and outside? Is there transparency? Are there people corroding your team with gossip? What does your customer service look like? Time: What are your work hours? Maybe you give your staff the ability to work when they want to or work remotely. Environment: What does your physical studio environment look like? Loyalty: Does your team feel like they're a part of something unique? Do they have a purpose and desire to stay and develop the firm with you? Finances: How do people get paid and when? Is your firm building equity? All of these factors apply whether you're a sole proprietor or you're managing a team of fifty; you must manage and be intentional about how you're going to address them. Your values on which you've built your firm guide your decisions, your policies, and how you how you do business. If you haven't already, create a Foundation of Values that encompasses all the qualities you want your firm to uphold to include in your business plan. For the rest of this month, we're going to get deeper into some specific values that make up culture. We'll talk about work/life integration, customer service, and maybe even equity in architecture. For now, think about your firm culture. Is it positive, healthy, and thriving? Is it an exciting place that you want to go to every day? Is it contributing to the success of your firm or is it harming you? Are you struggling to keep it together because your culture just isn't great? Take a critical look inside your firm today. Visit our Platform Sponsors http://freshbooks.com/architect (FreshBooks) The easiest way to send invoices, manage expenses, and track your time. http://FreshBooks.com/architect (Access Your 30-Day Free Trial at FreshBooks.com/architect) (Enter EntreArchitect) Referenced in this Episode http://eqxdesign.com (Equity X Design // Rosa Sheng, AIA) https://entrearchitect.com/2016/04/05/develop-strong-culture-architecture-firm/ (How to Develop a Strong Culture at Your Architecture Firm) (blog) Photo Credit: Shutterstock / http://www.shutterstock.com/gallery-2397722p1.html (Gustavo Frazao) The post https://entrearchitect.com/podcast/entrearch/ea118-architecture-firm-culture-critical-success-podcast/ (EA118: Architecture Firm Culture… Why is it Critical to Our Success? [Podcast]) appeared first on https://entrearchitect.com (EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects).

https://entrearchitect.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/images.jpeg () Every new generation of architects hopes that they will make a difference and change society for the better. We have so many new skills, access to new tools, and a driving passion to serve others. This week on EntreArchitect Podcast, Mark R. LePage talks with the National President of the American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS), Danielle Mitchell, about How the Next Generation of Architects will Change the World. Danielle Mitchell, President of American Institute of Architecture Students Starting as Chapter President in her second year at Penn State, elected to North East Quad Director (leading chapters from Virginia to Maine) and eventually being elected as the 59th National President of the AIAS, Danielle Mitchell’s mission is to promote leadership and excellence within architecture. She is working to create a community of architecture students looking to push forward and do more. The role of AIAS is to fill the void in an educational experience by promoting advocacy for what architecture students are passionate about, in school or in the profession in general. They support students, encourage them to create change in the culture around them and help them to develop a personal track to become an entrepreneur architect. Why is it important for architecture students to be leaders? Architects tend to have a unique skill set: they have a unique ability to solve problems, understand complex situations, and take a holistic approach toward solutions. While they might not fit a traditional role of leadership, architects have a particular ability to understand people and context, allowing them to make connections and bring various perspectives to the table. In the same way that architects can change the shape of building, they can certainly change the shape of complex problems that our communities are facing. Leadership ultimately comes down to being able to use our architectural skill set to do more. How is AIAS advancing architecture students as leaders? The annual http://aias.org/gr2016/ (Grassroots Leadership Conference) has different tracks, ranging from entrepreneurship to technology, for chapter leaders to learn about leadership excellence, how to work with others on a team, how to connect with professionals, and how to budget and fundraise. This generation of architects wants to create businesses that are thriving and profitable while serving and giving back. Mark says, “The more profit you make, the more you are able to give back.” It's important to work toward changing the unhealthy studio behaviors of an all-nighter, ego-driven culture. AIAS is trying to encourage students to become leaders for what healthy, balanced success actually look like. Danielle's encouragement: Whenever challenges occur and when times get tough, remember back to the inspiring days that lead you to architecture and design; how your leadership skills can push that forward for the upcoming generation. Visit our Platform Sponsors http://freshbooks.com/architect (FreshBooks) The easiest way to send invoices, manage expenses, and track your time. http://FreshBooks.com/architect (Access Your 30-Day Free Trial at FreshBooks.com/architect) (Enter EntreArchitect) Referenced in this Episode http://AIAS.org (AIAS.org) Connect with Danielle on https://twitter.com/d_mitch19 (Twitter) (@D_Mitch19), http://instagram.com/daniellemitchell19 (Instagram) (DanielleMitchel19), https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-mitchell-51a07464 (LinkedIn) and https://www.facebook.com/danielle.mitch?fref=ts (Facebook).   The post https://entrearchitect.com/podcast/entrearch/ea117-next-generation-architects-will-change-world/ (EA117: How the Next Generation of Architects will Change the World [Podcast]) appeared first on https://entrearchitect.com (EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects).

Every new generation of architects hopes that they will make a difference and change society for the better. We have so many new skills, access to new tools, and a driving passion to serve others. This week on EntreArchitect Podcast, Mark R. LePage talks with the National President of the American Institute of Architecture Students […] The post EA117: How the Next Generation of Architects will Change the World [Podcast] appeared first on EntreArchitect.

On this episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION, we talk with Mark R. LePage-AIA, Owner/Principle of Fivecat Studio and Founder of EntreArchitect™. Listen to the story of how Mark built his architect firm, Fivecat Studio, and the route he took to achieve his success. Believing that "sharing what you know" only makes the profession stronger and more powerful, Mark shares his 5 Steps to Successful Sales. You will also hear about EntreArchitect, founded by Mark, which is a wonderful platform to gain knowledge, gather resources and/or join a coalition built to inspire and educate small firm architects to build better businesses. http://www.mtnview.us/ #MarkLePage #architects #smallarchitectfirm #FivecatStudio #EntreArchitect #successfulsales #buildbetterbusiness #architectcommunity #CharretteVentureGroup #leadership #architectinspiration #businesssuccess

https://entrearchitect.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/3739936.jpg ()Architecture is a tough business. How do we find work? How do we find help? How do we grow, make more money and ensure that our small firms are profitable? This week I welcome back a friend of the show who, in the past 12 months has interviewed almost 200 small firm architects. He knows our strengths. He knows our weaknesses. This week on the EntreArchitect Podcast, I'm speaking with Todd Reding of Charrette Venture Group about the 3 roadblocks experienced by every entrepreneur architect and what to do to find your way to success. Visit our Platform Sponsor http://www.freshbooks.com/architect (FreshBooks) The easiest way to send invoices, manage expenses and track your time. http://www.freshbooks.com/architect (Access Your 30-Day Free Trial at FreshBooks.com/architect) (Enter EntreArchitect) For an exclusive tour inside FreshBooks, join me and Tim Lee from FreshBooks at http://www.entrearchitect.com/freshbooks-platform-sponsor/ (this free video series). http://ArchBusinessPlan.com (The Architecture Business Plan Competition) Take your firm to greater success… with a plan. It’s free to enter and grand prize is $10,000. http://ArchBusinessPlan.com (Learn more and register at ArchBusinessPlan.com) Referenced in this Episode http://www.entrearchitect.com/2015/01/22/ea060-architecture-business-plan-competition-with-todd-reding/ (EntreArchitect.com/Episode60) (Podcast Episode about Architecture Business Plan Competition) http://www.charrettevg.com (Charrette Venture Group) http://linkedin.com (LinkedIn) http://strengths.gallup.com/default.aspx (StrengthFinder 2.0) http://www.businessofarchitecture.com (Business of Architecture) (Enoch Sears) http://www.salesforce.com/ (Salesforce) (CRM) http://www.zoho.com (Zoho) (CRM) https://www.insightly.com (Insightly) (CRM) https://highrisehq.com (Highrise) (CRM) https://www.pipedrive.com (Pipedrive) (CRM) http://www.archbusinessplan.com (2016 Architecture Business Plan Competition) (learn more and register) http://www.architecturebusinessplancompetition.com/businessplan/prizes-2/ (Mark R. LePage, AIA) (Jury Member) http://www.architecturebusinessplancompetition.com/businessplan/prizes-2/ (Matt Ostanik, AIA) (Jury Member) http://www.architecturebusinessplancompetition.com/businessplan/prizes-2/ (June Jewel, CPA) (Jury Member) http://www.architecturebusinessplancompetition.com/businessplan/prizes-2/ (Steven Burns, FAIA) (Jury Member) http://convention.aia.org/event/homepage.aspx (AIA National Convention) (Philadelphia) http://www.entrearchitect.com/newsletter (The New EntreArchitect) (Subscribe to the newsletter for updates) The post https://entrearchitect.com/podcast/entrearch/ea103-3-roadblocks-experienced-every-entrepreneur-architect-podcast/ (EA103: 3 Roadblocks Experienced by Every Entrepreneur Architect and What To Do About It [Podcast]) appeared first on https://entrearchitect.com (EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects).

In Episode 64 special guest Mark R. LePage of Entrepreneur Architect joins Archispeak to talk about the past, the present and the future of tools for presentation, communication and collaboration within the architectural practice.

https://entrearchitect.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/evernote.png ()I know we have all heard the hype about Evernote. Many of us have downloaded the free app, took a spin and never looked again. Others have given it a try, created a few notebooks, added a few to-do lists and found no use. I know I did the same thing. This week on the EntreArchitect Podcast, I will share 12 Ways To Quickly Get Started Using Evernote.   Please review this podcast on iTunes. Referenced in this Episode http://www.evernote.com (Evernote) http://MichaelHyatt.com (MichaelHyatt.com) http://www.entrepreneuronfire.com/podcast/mark-lepage/ (Mark R. LePage on Entrepreneur On Fire Podcast) http://www.entrearchitect.com/academy/ (EntreArchitect Academy private membership group) http://www.entrearchitect.com/business-coaching-for-architects/ (EntreArchitect Coaching) https://www.e-junkie.com/ecom/gb.php?cl=213701&c=ib&aff=242421target=ejejcsingle (ArchitectExamPrep.com) http://www.entrearchitect.com/2013/11/03/the-ultimate-guide-to-evernote-for-architects-7-steps-to-get-started-now/ (The Ultimate Guide to Evernote for Architects: 7 Steps to Get Started Now) (blog post) http://www.entrearchitect.com/2014/07/21/recording-meeting-minutes-using-evernote/ (Recording Meeting Minutes Using Evernote) (blog post) http://www.entrearchitect.com/2015/05/05/how-to-manage-your-architecture-projects-using-evernote/ (How to Manage Your Architecture Projects Using Evernote) (blog post) http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ATZ9QMO/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00ATZ9QMO&linkCode=as2&tag=entrearchitect-20&linkId=PRW2LQOKKMZ3M2PK (Fujitsu ScanSnap iX500 Scanner) http://www.nozbe.com/a-EntreArchitect (Nozbe) http://www.entrearchitect.com/2015/04/27/12-steps-to-take-control-of-your-email/ (12 Steps to Take Control of Your Email) (blog post) https://evernote.com/webclipper/ (Evernote Web Clipper) (app) https://evernote.com/skitch/ (Skitch) (app) https://evernote.com/products/scannable/ (Scannable) (app) http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0142000280/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=0142000280&linkCode=as2&tag=entrearchitect-20&linkId=35Y5T5RN3LXPSR5D (Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity) (book) http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00G1J1D28/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00G1J1D28&linkCode=as2&tag=entrearchitect-20&linkId=WSKZLVPU33XFFG4B (Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less) (book) Visit our Platform Sponsor: http://www.freshbooks.com/architect (Freshbooks)   The post https://entrearchitect.com/podcast/entrearch/ea075-12-ways-quickly-get-started-using-evernote-podcast/ (EA075: 12 Ways to Quickly Get Started Using Evernote [Podcast]) appeared first on https://entrearchitect.com (EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects).

Click the podcast player button above to listen or subscribe to the show on iTunes. https://entrearchitect.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/ehaltportrait.jpg ()When Annmarie and I launched our residential architecture studio in 1999, we made a very important decision about the name of our firm. We wanted to be sure that our name was unique and would clearly separate our studio from the many other residential architects in our region. We wanted a name that would be easy to remember, endure and outlive the firm's founders when the next generation might take the lead. We wanted a name that would not burden us as principals, forcing us to be the only people that prospects would want to meet when developing new business and interacting with clients. If our names were on the door, would we be the only people qualified to represent the firm? We wanted a name on which we could build a brand. We named our firm, http://www.fivecat.com (Fivecat Studio) and succeeded in building a successful brand of high-end residential architecture in the lower Hudson Valley of New York State. This week on the Entrepreneur Architect Podcast, I am speaking with a person who understands the how important proper branding is to the success of every architect. She’s responsible for rebranding multiple New England-based architecture firms. Emily Hall is a Senior Associate with Union Studio Architecture & Community Design based in Providence, Rhode Island and we had a fantastic conversation about how to successfully rebrand an architecture firm.   Please review this podcast on iTunes. Referenced in this Episode http://www.unionstudioarch.com (Union Studio Architecture & Community Design) http://www.unionstudioarch.com/news-and-ideas/13-studio-musings/23-blog-entry-1828863 (Donald Powers Architects) http://www.risd.edu (Rhode Island School of Design) http://www.durkeebrown.com (Durkee Brown Viveiros Werenfels Architects) http://www.smps.org (Society for Marketing Professional Services) http://ww2.uri.edu (University of Rhode Island) http://www.cnu.org (Congress of New Urbanism) http://www.unionstudioarch.com/about-us/people/donald (Donald Powers, AIA, LEED AP, CNU) http://www.unionstudioarch.com/about-us/people/douglas (Douglas Kallfelz, AIA, LEED AP, CNU) http://www.charrettevg.com (Charrette Venture Group) http://statcounter.com (StatCounter Analytics Software) http://www.google.com/analytics/ (Google Analytics) http://www.highlandstandard.com (Robert Troutman, Highland Standard) (graphic design) http://www.nail.cc (Nail Communications) http://www.coterenard.com/ (Cote Renard Architecture) http://dig-architecture.com (Dig Architecture) Using a design brief Definition of “Brand” Importance of brand continuity Operations manuals and brand guidelines (the brand book ) http://chrismcrobbie.com (Chris McRobbie Design + Illustration) (web design) Contact Emily Hall https://twitter.com/unionstudioarch (@UnionStudioArch) on Twitter Episode Transcription (Transcript) How to Successfully Rebrand An Architecture Studio with Emily Hall Episode 65 Mark R LePage: This is the Entrepreneur Architect podcast episode 65. (music) Mark: Welcome back to Entrepreneur Architect podcast. My name is Mark R. LePage and this is the podcast dedicated to a successful life as a small firm architect. Whether you have plans to someday start your own firm, you're in the process to start up or you might be an experienced small firm architect just trying to make a difference, this podcast is for you. My goal is to inspire you to build a better business, so that you may pursue your purpose with passion and live the life of your dreams. Mark: When Annmarie and I launched our residential architecture studio in 1999 we made a very important decision about the name of our firm. We wanted to be sure that our name was unique and would clearly separate our studio from the many other residential architects in the region. We...

https://entrearchitect.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/winter-2608171280.jpg ()Once per month, my friend Bob Borson at LifeofanArchitect.com organizes a group of bloggers to write on a specific topic. The series is called #ArchiTalks. Search for it on Twitter or on EntreArchitect.com and you will find links to all the other posts from the series. This is a day in the life of Mark R LePage; November 26th, 2014. Happy Thanksgiving! Please review this podcast on iTunes. Referenced in this Episode https://twitter.com/hashtag/architalks (#ArchiTalks) http://www.lifeofanarchitect.com (LifeofanArchitect.com) http://www.gordonparksfoundation.org (Gordon Parks Foundation) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gordon_Parks (Gordon Parks) (Wikipedia) http://www.pleasantville-ny.gov/pages/pleasantvilleny_webdocs/deptindex (Village of Pleasantville) http://www.sundancedeli.com (Sundance Deli) http://www.fivecat.com (Fivecat Studio) http://www.entrearchitect.com/business-coaching-for-architects/ (Entrepreneur Architect Coaching Services) http://www.scheduleonce.com (ScheduleOnce) http://www.entrearchitect.com/academy (Entrepreneur Architect Academy) (Join us) http://www.rmklein.com (Rena Klein of RM Klein Consulting) Check Out the Other #ArchiTalks Posts Bob Borson – Life of An Architect @bobborson http://www.lifeofanarchitect.com/a-day-in-the-life-of-an-architect/ (A Day in the Life of an Architect) Matthew Stanfield – FiELD9: architecture @FiELD9arch http://field9architecture.com/blog/2014/12/01/a-day-in-the-life-of-field9-architecture/ (A Day in the Life of FiELD9: architecture) Marica McKeel – Studio MM @ArchitectMM http://maricamckeel.com/day-in-the-life-small-firm-residential-architect (A Day in the Life of a Small Firm Residential Architect) Jeff Echols – Architect Of The Internet @Jeff_Echols http://www.architectoftheinternet.com/what-to-do-when-you-lose-your-job-in-architecture/ (What To Do When You Lose Your Job In Architecture: A Day In The Life) Lee Calisti, AIA – Think Architect @LeeCalisti http://thinkarchitect.wordpress.com/2014/12/01/a-day-in-the-lifepart-2 (a day in the life…part 2) Evan Troxel – Archispeak Podcast / TRXL @etroxel http://www.evantroxel.com/blog/a-day-in-my-life (A Day in My Life) Lora Teagarden – L² Design, LLC @L2DesignLLC http://l-2-design.com/day-in-life-almost-architect/ (A Day in the Life of: An Almost Architect) Collier Ward – Thousand Story Studio @collier1960 http://thousandstory.com/a-day-in-the-life-of-an-architect/ (A Day in the Life of an Architect) Cormac Phalen – Cormac Phalen @archy_type http://cormacphalen.com/2014/12/01/life-in-a-day-of-panic/ (Life in a Day of Panic) Nicholas Renard – Cote Renard Architecture @coterenard http://www.coterenard.com/2014/12/another-day-living-dream/ (Another Day of Living the Dream) Andrew Hawkins, AIA – Hawkins Architecture, Inc. @hawkinsarch http://hawkinsarch.com/day-for-a-small-firm-owner/ (Day in the Life of a Small Firm Owner) Jeremiah Russell, AIA – ROGUE Architecture @rogue_architect http://roguearch.com/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-rogue-architect-architalks/ (a day in the life of a rogue architect) Jes Stafford – Modus Operandi Design @modarchitect http://modarchitect.net/architalks-4-a-day-in-the-live-of-jes-stafford (A Day in the Life of MODarchitect) *** Photo Credit: Pixabay / http://pixabay.com/go/?t=%2Fservice%2Fterms%2F%23download_terms (CC0 Public Domain) The post https://entrearchitect.com/podcast/entrearch/ea054-day-life-mark-r-lepage-podcast/ (EA054: A Day in the Life of Mark R. LePage [Podcast]) appeared first on https://entrearchitect.com (EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects).

Once per month, my friend Bob Borson at LifeofanArchitect.com organizes a group of bloggers to write on a specific topic. The series is called #ArchiTalks. Search for it on Twitter or on EntreArchitect.com and you will find links to all the other posts from the series. This is a day in the life of Mark […] The post EA054: A Day in the Life of Mark R. LePage [Podcast] appeared first on EntreArchitect.

https://entrearchitect.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/15084635s.jpg ()My name is Mark R. LePage and I am a recovering procrastinator. After 40+ years, I don't have much hope of ever finding a cure, but recently I have found some ways to hang on to the wagon and stay focused on getting things done. With so many things on my plate, I often find myself paralyzed with overwhelm and I get nothing done. I fall back on old bad habits of soothing time wasters like clicking the Get Mail button on my Mac over and over again and checking my email for the next very important message. Or I find myself on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram or all three, refreshing over and over again hoping to see the next update. Anything to make myself feel like I am accomplishing something. Anything to keep me from doing the things that really matter. The things that will help me progress and take my firm to the next level. I am sure this all sounds too familiar to you. I can tell you though that I am getting much better at conquering this painful habit of procrastination. Among running my architecture firm, Fivecat Studio, building the Entrepreneur Architect platform, launching the Academy and committing to getting some real sleep, I have found it necessary to find effective ways to stay productive during the day. I have read books. I have listened to podcasts. I have searched the web, high and low, to find as much information as possible on the subject of procrastination and how to conquer it. So today on the Entrepreneur Architect Podcast, I will share 10 tips that I am using to conquer my procrastination. Please review this podcast on iTunes. Referenced in this Episode http://beyondthetodolist.com (Erik J. Fisher’s Beyond the To Do List Podcast) http://www.fivecat.com (Fivecat Studio) http://www.entrearchitect.com/academy (Entrepreneur Architect Academy) http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/081298160X/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=081298160X&linkCode=as2&tag=entrearchitect-20&linkId=HRSF7TAJC3MYWIRF (The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business) http://www.entrearchitect.com/2012/11/11/the-121212-project/ (The 12/12/12 Project) http://archispeakpodcast.com (Archispeak Podcast) *** Photo Credit: http://www.123rf.com/profile_stuartphoto (stuartphoto / 123RF Stock Photo) The post https://entrearchitect.com/podcast/entrearch/ea045-10-tips-recovering-procrastinator-podcast/ (EA045: 10 Tips From a Recovering Procrastinator [Podcast]) appeared first on https://entrearchitect.com (EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects).

My name is Mark R. LePage and I am a recovering procrastinator. After 40+ years, I don t have much hope of ever finding a cure, but recently I have found some ways to hang on to the wagon and stay focused on getting things done. With so many things on my plate, I often find […] The post EA045: 10 Tips From a Recovering Procrastinator [Podcast] appeared first on EntreArchitect.

We've all felt the urge at one time or another to say "screw this job I'm going out on my own." But without a carefully laid out plan and clear vision of what lies ahead, we could be doomed before we get started. That's why we interviewed Mark R. LePage, the Entrepreneur Architect to avoid all of those mistakes. The post Episode 10: How To Become An Entrepreneur Architect [Podcast] appeared first on Architect Exam Prep.

Episode 27 kicks off Season 2 with a very special guest cohost Mark R. LePage! Yes, The Entrepreneur Architect himself joins the cast as we discuss some helpful and not so helpful “Habits for Success.”

Why should all buildings designed for people, be designed by an architect, and how can architects be more influential? Architects, like all building professionals, need to run a good business to be effective. Mark R. LePage is an Entrepreneur Architect. He's passionate about the business of architecture, so much so that he writes, podcasts and coaches other architects how to run successful businesses.  I spokes with Mark about his journey, what makes his architectural practice, Fivecat Studio different, and the influence that architecture can have on people.  How much time do you spend finding out what your clients need or want? Links: http://www.entrearchitect.com/ http://www.fivecat.com/ http://www.houzz.com/ Mark's book recommendation: The E-Myth Revisited: Why Most Small Businesses Don't Work and What to Do About It Upcoming Events Go Green Expo - Wellington 12 - 13th October, 2013 Canterbury Home Show - Christchurch, 18 - 20 October, 2013 Earth Song Eco-Neighbourhood Public Tour - 2nd November, 2013