Career

If it’s wrong, Bob probably did it …

If it’s wrong, Bob probably did it …

Once you decide to leave your job, you’ll need an exit strategy – it’s the best way to protect your reputation while leaving on a positive note.

It’s Never Easy to Say Goodbye

It’s never easy to say goodbye but after 11 years at my current job, that’s exactly what is happening

Big or Small? What’s the right sized firm for you

Big or Small? What’s the right sized firm for you

For young architects and recent architectural graduates, how do you determine what the right size architectural firm for you?

Architectural Portfolio’s and Their True Purpose

Architectural Portfolio’s and Their True Purpose

At one point or another, every architecture student or graduate has a portfolio of their work that they have agonized over creating … and most people get it wrong.

What does an Architect do?

What does an Architect do?

Ask different architects the details of his or her daily job duties; you’ll get a different answer every time. What an architect does on a daily basis depends on where they live, what kind of firm they work for, and a myriad of other factors. That’s right, there are options …

Golden Handcuffs – A Lesson Learned

Golden Handcuffs – A Lesson Learned

I was a little surprised to discover that despite having told almost every conceivable work related story I know on this blog, somehow my “Golden Handcuffs” story apparently hadn’t made the cut … and this is one of my better stories.

The Ethereal Decision-Making Process for the Creative Mind

The Ethereal Decision-Making Process for the Creative Mind

Trying to standardize the process of decision making when there are no right or wrong answers is challenging. I’m tossing out for consideration, the idea that to truly achieve greatness as a designer, you have to have been around the block a few times.

Architectural Fees for Residential Projects

Architectural Fees for Residential Projects

Determining basic architectural fees is a bit like grabbing smoke – it seems so easy but you never know just what you are going to get.

Take the high road

Take the high road

Don’t underestimate the power of a positive attitude. It is amazing how easy it will become your permanent attitude.

Architects and Moonlighting

Architects and Moonlighting

Moonlighting has dark undertones as it’s very name might suggest. There are advantages and disadvantages to taking on work outside of normal business hours.