Despite how much I like to talk, I think most meetings are a waste of time and a drain on my life force. At least half of the meetings I attend, nothing is really happening other than the swapping of … [Read more...]
Responsibility: Don’t Be a Dunce
Did you know that the word "dunce" is meant to refer to someone who is a slow learner? It is slightly less disparaging than being called dumb or stupid but no matter how you look at it, it's not a … [Read more...]
Leadership versus Management
Leadership has a funny way of exposing your shortcomings and glaring inadequacies. Traits that were once fairly easy to mask - temperament, procrastination, lack of technical knowledge - are no longer … [Read more...]
Tips for being an Architect AND a Regular Person
There are some words of advice that have stuck with me over the years - some were specific to being an architect, but most were generic to being a decent human being. Since I like to think both of … [Read more...]
How to be the Best Employee Ever
On more than one occasion I have told potential employers during my interview that I would be the best employee they ever had - and it was true. It's a goal I've had at every stop along my career and … [Read more...]
Architectural Studio – Open Plan
For years now I've had a private office ... I loved it. It was large, had an amazing amount of layout space, I could talk on the phone without disturbing anyone, and I could turn on the radio and … [Read more...]