Hiring the right people can be challenging during rapid company growth. The firm feels pressured to meet all sorts of other demands during this time. Breaking the hiring habits that have worked for decades can be difficult, but the truth is that hiring processes are doomed to fail when they [...]
I read a recent article in Fast Company (Architects Started Caring About What Their Buildings are Made From. That’s a Good Thing) and was excited to hear a voice talking about the importance of the architect’s influence beyond design. The current model* of the general architectural process is design (technical [...]
I have been looking back over some of the content I created during the height of the pandemic. I have been curious to better understand this time because, one, it feels like and long time ago, and two, I find it hard to have any exact memories of being locked [...]
In an article published in Building Design, 41% of UK architects are using AI. Most architects surveyed are using AI occasionally, but this RIBA AI report is the first I have seen giving any numbers on how much AI is gaining ground in the Architecture industry. As part of this [...]
Sharing feedback with a candidate after the interview is critically important. This process does two things. First, gathering feedback on the candidate from your interview team helps you decide if the candidate is the right fit for the position. Second, it allows the candidate to better understand how their skills [...]
My last Design and Dialogue post from last year, Happy New Year, I Quit (you can also see my video here) I talk about the best practices your firm should lean on when an employee quits. One of the best practices is for a firm to call upon their bush [...]
This week I want to share 4 things to always say to your boss. As you might recall, last week I discussed 4 things you should never say to your boss, you can see the video here. This week we go over the positives.
Never say these four things to your boss. In this video, I share the four worst things you can say to your boss. I have also written a blog going over these and some other things you should never say to your boss. You can find it here.
Six soft skill designers need to be successful in projects, careers, and design. In this video post, I share a high-level overview of the first three soft skills every designer needs. I share how Communication, Collaboration, and Problem-Solving are critical for every designer. I will share the final three in [...]
Resign Gracefully. It may seem easy but in the moment it can be a challenge to ensure you leave your current role professionally and gracefully. In my current Design+Dialogue, I share four ways to keep your resignation on track, professional, and graceful. I also have a blog post that goes [...]
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