

Business of Architecture Podcast
Enoch Sears & Rion Willard
Discover strategies, tips and secrets for running a fun, flexible and profitable architecture practice. The focus here is simple: discussion of ways for architects to create a dream architecture practice: design what you want, when you want, and get paid well for it.
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Nov 3, 2016 • 14min
Your Most Valuable Business Asset (Everyone Has This)
Recently I was in Austin meeting with our Million Dollar Mastermind members and running a workshop with 85 architects on how to win larger, better projects (and have them come to you). I recorded this quick video message for the Mastermind members and I wanted to share it with you as well. To discover how to set up a marketing system for your firm, visit http://architectwebinar.com .

Oct 28, 2016 • 31min
The Future of the LEED Building Rating System with Charlie Cichetti
Today's guest is Charlie Cichetti, entrepreneur, and CEO of 2 companies in the sustainability consulting industry. In today's episode you'll discover valuable lessons in scaling and growing a business, as well as the latest information on the new LEED building standard, and some predictions about the future of the sustainable building rating movement.

Oct 19, 2016 • 45min
Inbound Marketing for Architecture Firms Part 2
Struggle getting paid what you're worth? Today Ivan Lares from Sea Level Media explains why inbound marketing can be profitable your firm and how it helps your clients see the value of working with your firm. This is the second half of our interview. In this episode you'll discover: The big blogging mistake that firms make which turns clients away and what to do instead The #1 thing that clients want from your firm right now (Hint: It's NOT the lowest price!) The most important inbound marketing tactic for small firms to attract new clients without spending a dime Download the Architecture Firm Profit Map at: http://freearchitectgift.com

Oct 11, 2016 • 24min
Inbound and Content Marketing for Architecture Firms
Today we speak with Ivan Lares, the CEO of Sea Level Media about content and inbound marketing for architecture firms. In today's show you'll discover: The dramatic shift that is happening in the way that clients find and vette architecture firms What inbound marketing is and how to make it work for your architecture firm The four types of content you'll want to focus on if your firm is doing content marketing Download the Architecture Firm Profit Map at: http://freearchitectgift.com

Oct 6, 2016 • 7min
How To Dramatically Increase Your Architecture Firm Income
WARNING - this isn't a normal Business of Architecture podcast episode. Enoch goes a bit off the rails here and shares some advice about how to dramatically increase your architecture firm income. Go to http://boainsider.com to request access to the secret Facebook group.

Sep 20, 2016 • 20min
Making the Most of Your Opportunities with Architect Earl Parson
Today is the second part of my interview with Los Angeles architect Earl Parson. In today's show you'll discover how to make the most of the opportunities you are presented with.

Sep 6, 2016 • 26min
Monetizing a Freemium Business Model with Earl Parson
Today's guest is Earl Parson, founder and owner of Parson Architecture based in Pasadena California.

Aug 30, 2016 • 33min
How To Increase Architecture Firm Revenue, Be More Competitive and Thrive In The New Economy with Shafat Qazi
Today is the second part of my interview with Shafat Qazi. He is the CEO and Founder of BQE Software, the makers of BillQuick and ArchiOffice. Their flagship product BillQuick has over 350,000 users worldwide. Shafat Qazi developed his first business software at the age of 22 and has since been involved in developing and designing business software solutions for customers around the world. Because he has been able to consult with hundreds of thousands of firms around the world, he has an in depth knowledge of business management and accounting practices for small and medium sized business in the A/E industry.

Aug 24, 2016 • 38min
Firm Efficiency, Growth, and the Keys to Success with Shafat Qazi
Today's guest is Shafat Qazi, he is the CEO and founder of BQE Software, the makers of BillQuick and ArchiOffice. Their flagship product BillQuick has over 350,000 users worldwide. Shafat Qazi developed his first business software at the age of 22 and has since been involved in developing and designing business software solutions for customers around the world. Because he has been able to consult with hundreds of thousands of firms around the world, he has an in depth knowledge of business management and accounting practices for small and medium sized business in the A/E industry.

Aug 9, 2016 • 34min
How to Bring the Art of Design to More People with Arch406
Today is the second part of my interview with Brian Johnson, Nick Pancheau, and Jeff Kanning. They are the powerhouses behind the team at Arch406, an architect led design-build firm based in Billings, Montana in the United States. In addition, they also run a traditional architecture firm - Collaborative Design Architects.


