Architecture and design firms have to pull out all the stops to win over talent in this competitive employment market. If there is one thing you can do to attract talent it is to tell your firm’s story. If you have a compelling culture, brand,...
Changing jobs is often a hard decision to make. It may feel risky to give up a stable income unless you already have another great opportunity lined up. Yet, sometimes your long-term happiness and success may require you to take a chance. It can sometimes...
Social media can be a powerful tool for architecture firms, yet many firms don’t take advantage of Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Social media can help you establish your identity, attract talent, gain new clients, and increase firm awareness. The Benefits of Social Media Social media is a...
The American Institute of Architecture, or the AIA, is a professional association for architects that provides government advocacy, public outreach, education, and other services that bolster the architecture industry. While not every architect belongs to the AIA, there several great reasons why professionals in architecture...
The current and future success of your architectural firm depends on your ability to attract new talent. AIA California Council surveyed 500 architectural and design professionals and found that the overall portfolio and reputation of a firm matter more to job candidates than their history...
Your design portfolio is your chance to showcase the quality of you work, demonstrate your growth, and show employers your potential. A hiring manager wants to see what you have designed in the past and gain insights into your personality and taste level. With a...
A common challenge architecture firms face is knowing when to hire additional staff. Balancing work forecast and backlog with the time it takes to hire staff is a challenge. Some firms want to keep their staff very limited until they feel like they’ve reached a...
30Social media can be an effective tool for professionals looking to land their dream job, whether you have just graduated college or you’re an established professional looking for a change. Most professionals have a LinkedIn profile, so you need more than an adequate LinkedIn profile...
Are you interested in expanding your architectural firm globally? Opportunities for architectural projects outside of the U.S. increase each year as the international market continues to grow. While expanding your firm into the global market is an exciting prospect, there are several important things you...
Architectural and design teams have led the way in transitioning from the impersonal design of behavioral healthcare institutions in favor of thoughtful designs that better accommodate the needs of the staff and patients of these organizations. Here are some of the ways architects and designers...