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01, 2023
Wednesday, January 18, 2023
You've revised and rewritten your cover letter and curriculum vitae or resume so many times that you've got enough material for a book. But how many times do architecture firms review resumes, anyways?
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01, 2023
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
As you interview architecture and design firm candidates, review their portfolios for four critical components and any specific skills you may be hiring for.
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01, 2023
Wednesday, January 4, 2023
Architecture and design firms also rely on the right keywords to find you. With over one million searches online for architects in the US alone, companies already pay close attention to the language on their websites.
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12, 2022
Tuesday, December 20, 2022
As an architect or designer, you will have multiple opportunities to engage in formal and informal professional development; both can be invaluable to your career.
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12, 2022
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
As recruiters in the architecture and design industry, we are always looking for new trends that will shape the future of this ever-evolving field. Here are the most interesting developments that are currently taking place.
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10, 2022
Tuesday, October 18, 2022
If you've been in the architecture and design industry for any length of time, you've learned one truth: architects are paid less than they are worth.
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10, 2022
Friday, October 7, 2022
I have been connecting with firms across the globe and I believe I have found the best hybrid policy for the design industry. Check out the video and let me know if you agree!
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08, 2022
Thursday, August 25, 2022
Many architects will tell you they already bring a lack of confidence to their work. Even their brilliant designs have been met with criticisms like, "Why didn't you do this differently?" or "It's okay for someone with your experience level."
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08, 2022
Thursday, August 18, 2022
A toxic work environment can affect your physical and emotional health. Employees in toxic workplaces often report sleeping poorly, having difficulty concentrating, constantly tired, and even turning to other harmful coping behaviors to soothe themselves.
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08, 2022
Tuesday, August 9, 2022
Many leaders turn the other way for a good reason when conflict arises. Conflict is unpleasant. Most people avoid disagreements at all costs because they cannot bear to be considered "that mean person," or they fear saying something they'll regret.
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08, 2022
Tuesday, August 2, 2022
Being a team player at your design firm is a fast-track formula for getting recognized. Becoming known as someone who values the design talent as much as they support the firm's goals can be a career booster for your soft skills portfolio.
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07, 2022
Tuesday, July 26, 2022
Once you land your job interview, you'll probably start thinking about everything you want to tell your potential employer -- about your experience, the skills you've learned, and your career aspirations. Here's what you should leave out.
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07, 2022
Tuesday, July 19, 2022
Many candidates say that searching for a job is much harder than the work itself. Always upbeat, you put in hours each week scouring job postings, applying for positions that seem like they could be a match, checking your phone to see who wants to reach out for an interview, and then going to those interviews. You even follow up with a personal thank you note.
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07, 2022
Tuesday, July 12, 2022
One of the many other advantages of working in this industry is that you’ll get to collaborate with other like-minded designers as you make design decisions that impact the community and the world.
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07, 2022
Thursday, July 7, 2022
Securing a decent salary was once the primary goal of many designers and architects who wanted to put their creativity to good use. Architecture and Design Firms are improving perks and benefitting from the change.
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06, 2022
Thursday, June 30, 2022
To get the promotion you're after, you'll have to prove that you've got what it takes as a high-performing employee in four essential areas: technical, architecture, communication, and talent
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06, 2022
Thursday, June 23, 2022
To land your next big job in design and architecture, try working with a professional recruiter who specializes in the same industry where you're interested in working.
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06, 2022
Thursday, June 16, 2022
Some architecture and interior design candidates assume that being content with their current role means they have reached their career goals.Is happiness the most important thing for your job? The answer is no; happiness is not enough.
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06, 2022
Thursday, June 9, 2022
Do you want a more challenging job? Do you want more money, a better commute, or better co-workers? If so, now is the time to seek out the position of your dreams. Now is the time to find a better architecture and design job. And if a firm does not have it, they might create it for you.
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06, 2022
Wednesday, June 1, 2022
Ultimately, the benefit of using LinkedIn is that you control the narrative, and that narrative can help you change or pivot your career.LinkedIn still matters, like it or not. Regardless of your job search status, your LinkedIn could be a critical part of your career.