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#100 - It's Just a Number
On this episode of Inside the Firm Lance scams the scammers?, then Alex and Lance examine a strange email, Nick is back with Nick reads, and last but not least more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
#99 - Be a Company That Beats Expectations
On this episode of Inside the Firm Lance and Alex discuss what it takes to be a company that beats expectations, then Lance reminds us about the importance of never assuming anything, Nick is back with Nick reads, and last but not least more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
#98 - Fake It ‘Til You Make It
On this episode of Inside the Firm Lance and Alex dissect what it means to “Fake It ‘Til You Make It”, Nick is back with Nick reads, and last but not least more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
#97 - Lance Visits the Historic Commissioners
On this episode of Inside the Firm Alex debriefs us about his visit to Taliesin West and the ICF conference, then Lance visits Lance Visits the Historic Commissioners, Nick is back with Nick reads, and last but not least more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
#96 - Be Short and Sweet
On this episode of Inside the Firm Alex prepares to go to ICF Construction Con, then Lance has an epiphany and explains why we all need to stop using the phrase, “just checking in” when we are selling, Nick is back with Nick reads, and last but not least more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
#95 - Two Keys to Getting More Work
On this episode of Inside the Firm Alex and Lance explain two key factors to earning that next big commission, then Lance gives us a development update, and last but not least more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
#94 - Crazy Clients Part Two
On this episode of Inside the Firm Alex and Lance act out a special segment on how to avoid more crazy clients, next the guys answer a listener question from overseas, then Lance gives us a development update, and last but not least more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
#93 - How to Turn Architecture Into a Lucrative Business Model
On this episode of Inside the Firm Alex and Lance elaborate how they’ve turned their firm into a profitable model, give tips on how to earn your own fame and media, next Nick is back with Nick reads, and last but not least more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
#93 - How to Turn Architecture Into a Lucrative Business Model
On this episode of Inside the Firm Alex and Lance elaborate how they’ve turned their firm into a profitable model, give tips on how to earn your own fame and media, next Nick is back with Nick reads, and last but not least more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
#92 - It's 2019 And Time To Grind!
On this episode of Inside the Firm the guys are both back after the holiday break and Nick too! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
Episode 91 - New Years Interview with Devon Tilly
On this episode of Inside the Firm all explores how to set up a system to achieve your new years resolutions and interviews Devon Tilly of the Art of Construction Podcast. Find out how this business owner is leading his company into the future, and glean the key insights he has developed over the years.
Episode 90 - Holiday Interview Special
On this episode of Inside the Firm you will get to hear great insights from Robet Wygant, Bill Allen, and Arron Maller. Recorded at Autodesk University Alex chats about the future of: Revit, Architecture, How to run your firm, dynamo and much more. Don’t miss this episode, and welcome back to Inside the Firm.
#89 - The Boys Finally Break Ground!
On this episode of Inside the Firm Lance is happier than a clam on a Friday because they are funded and finally building, next Alex tells us about the importance of doing the writ then and doing the wrong thing, and last but not least more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
#88 - You don’t get to the 100th person until you’ve talked to the other 99
On this episode of Inside the Firm Lance gives us a tip about fee squeezing and how to respond, then is F9 finally financed for their development?, next we have a listener question from Mike Lee, Nick is back with Nick Reads, and last but not least more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
#87 - Red Flags and Covering Your Bases
On this episode of Inside the Firm we re-examine how to spot red flag clients, then Alex proposes some goals for 2019, Nick is back with Nick Reads, and last but not least more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
#86 - Al Gore Interviews at Autodesk University Part 1
On this episode of Inside the Firm Al Gore interviews from the Autodesk University Expo Floor. Phil Read of Enscape tells us an alternative path to architecture education. Clifton Harness shares the story of creating Testfit.io, an amazing generative design program. We finish he podcast with Ben Glunz of BIM Smith and talk about their project Forge. Join us as we go Inside the Firm!
VISIT THEIR WEBSITES:
- Phil Read of Enscape
- Clifton Harness shares the story of creating Testfit.io
- Ben Glunz of BIM Smith
#85 - Al Gore Goes to Autodesk University
On this episode of Inside the Firm Al Gore goes to AU and tell us all about it, Nick is back with Nick Reads, and last but not least more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
#84 - Leadership is The Ability to Hide Your Panic From Others!
On this episode of Inside the Firm Lance and Alex explain how being a leader means hiding your panic from others, then Alex tells us about his upcoming trip to Autodesk University, Nick is back with Nick Reads, and last but not least more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
#83 - We've Got Mail!
On this episode of Inside the Firm Lance and Al have mail! Then Alex questions Lance, Alex again recommends the latest and greatest business books that he’s been reading, next the guys answer some great listener questions, Nick is back with Nick Reads, and last but not least more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
Get the Every Day Architect Journal!
#82 - Being An Artist Isn't Enough!
On this episode of Inside the Firm Lance catches Alex up on how his house has brought them full circle since starting the firm eight years ago, then we answer a listener question, Alex recommends the latest and greatest business books that he’s been reading, Nick is back with Nick Reads, and last but not least more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
#81 - How To Market Your Home For Lead
On this SPECIAL episode of Inside The Firm, Lance is joined by his wife Marilyn of and together they share their experience of having their home on the 2018 MA+DS Boulder Modern Home Tour! How it generated several leads for Marilyn’s real estate business and at least a half-dozen remodel and new build leads for Lance and F9. You don’t want to miss this one!
#80 - How Can Your Design and Vision Add Value?
On this episode of Inside the Firm we share our experience of how we have proven that design and vision from architects can add value to a project, then layoff advice – what to do and what NOT to do, Lance is right but doesn’t want to be, and Nick is back with Nick Reads, and last but not least more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
#79 - Leads Are Everywhere!
On this episode of Inside the Firm Al Gore is back and with us how to properly kick off a project, then Lance explains to us how he things leads are everywhere, including city council, Nick is back with Nick Reads, and finally more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
#78 - Inside the Firm - The Employee Edition
Ever wonder what it's like to work at F9 Productions? Join us on this special episode as we dig deeper and the employees of F9 give their perspective on what it's like to be Inside the firm.
#77 - What Should You Be Asking Your Bank!
On this episode of Inside the Firm Al, The Advisory Board, Gore shares with us how his first meeting as a college board member goes, then Lance can’t sleep because we screwed up, next we give you the low-down on what questions you should be asking your bank, Nick is back with Nick Reads, and finally more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
#76 - We have a building permit!... kind of
On this episode of Inside the Firm the guys share the ups and downs of being a developer, the pitfalls of forgetting how appraisals delay funds from being released, then Alex tell us about the art of contract negotiation, Nick is back with Nick Reads, and finally more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
#75 - We are Capital "C" Capitalists!
On this episode of Inside the Firm Alex educates us on what a Guarantor is, next Lance explains how the city dictates your square footage, then Alex tell us about his next big idea, Nick is back with Nick Reads, and finally more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
#74 - Hired NOT Fired!
On this episode of Inside the Firm the boys have hired again! Next they give us the latest low-down on the development of our development, then Alex elaborates on attacking a problem head on, Nick is back with Nick Reads, and finally more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
#73 - Hire Slow and Fire Fast!
On this episode of Inside the Firm Alex tells us about his brand new hiring process, next we give the latest low-down on the development of our development, then Nick is back with Nick Reads, and finally more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
#72 - Your Development Depends on Staff Development!
On this episode of Inside the Firm the boys get a special give from James Petty author of Architect & Developer, next give insight on how to spearhead an effort to affect and change ordinances aimed at developers, elaborate on how important your development is when it comes to developing talented staff, then Nick is back with Nick Reads, and finally more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
#71 - Don't Take Your Eye off The Ball!
On this episode of Inside the Firm Lance and Alex give the low-down on how it went at the city’s invite only developers meeting, next they talk about how to win project and lose them, then Nick is back with Nick Reads, and finally more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
#70 - The Power of Marketing Videos
On this episode of Inside the Firm Lance and Alex explain the power of putting together interview style videos for your internet marketing endeavors, next we answer a fan question about our template and Alex talks about coincidences that are meant to be, then Nick is back with Nick Reads, and finally more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
#69 - Evan Troxel goes Inside the Firm!
Evan Troxel goes Inside the Firm! – On this SPECIAL episode of Inside the Firm we are visited by a special guest and fellow archi-podcaster Evan Troxel of Archispeak, then Nick is back with Nick Reads, and last but not least more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
#68 – Lance and Al go to City Hall 3
On this SPECIAL episode of Inside the Firm Lance and Al go back to City Hall! The guys relisten and breakdown their speeches given to City Council in defense of their development project now on the verge of being axed, then Nick is back with Nick Reads, and last but not least more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
#67 - The Real Role of Developers
On this episode of Inside the Firm the guys catch us up after their two-week hiatus from podcasting. Then we elaborate on our next development challenge…. RETROACTIVE ZONING?! Alex steps in for Nick with Nick Reads, and last but not least more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
#66 - We're in for PERMIT!!! and staring a website
On this episode of Inside the Firm the boys are finally in for permit! Then Alex unveils a draft of the new website to Lance, next we explain how to use your social media to get into the mainstream media, then Lance gives us his tips on getting bids from subs, Nick is back with Nick Reads, and last but not least more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
See the test website here: http://f9test.weebly.com/
See the test website here: http://f9test.weebly.com/
#65 - Doing Your Best
EPISODE 65 – On this episode of Inside the Firm the boys are number 6!, then we rap about doing your best, Lance asks Alex about what he’s doing right with the building department, Alex plays Nick with Nick Reads, and last but not least more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
#64 - Build Your Dream Team!
On this episode of Inside the Firm Alex gives a special shoutout to Eric Bratzler with REspace.design, then the boys rap about their development victory this week, Lance poses his quote of the week to Alex, Nick is back with Nick Reads, and last but not least more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
#63 - Al Questions Lance!
On this episode of Inside the Firm Lance is back and Alex has some questions, then the boys launch the Revit Rocketship, Lance finally steps into the contractor seas, Nick is back with Nick Reads, and last but not least more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
#62 - Lance, you're fired! Miedema, you're hired!
On this SPECIAL episode of Inside the Firm Alex’s college roommate, Justin Miedema, fills in for Lance, Nick is back with Nick Reads, and last but not least more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
#61 - How to Start a Business Recap
On this episode of Inside the Firm Alex and Lance recap how they would start a business from scratch if they had to do it all over again, Nick is back with Nick Reads, and last but not least more A.R.E. jeopardy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!
#60 - 5% Friday is Here!
On this episode of Inside The Firm we explain just what the heck F9 is doing to try and improve our company by 5%, then Lance lays out how he thinks you should handle an audit from Autodesk, next Nick is back with Nick Reads, and last we continue our new segment A.R.E. Jeopardy! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!
#59 - Write Softly And Carry A Big Pen
Write Softly And Carry A Big Pen! On this episode of Inside The Firm Lance is back in the sales saddle, Alex introduced 5% Friday at F9 then gives us a sneak peak at a summer Revit course,Nick is back with Nick reads, and last we continue with our new segment A.R.E. Jeopardy! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!
#58 - How to Bounce Back From a Disastrous Sales Drought!
How to Bounce Back From a Disastrous Sales Drought! On this episode of Inside The Firm Lance doesn’t hold back about failing to sell firm for three weeks straight, Nick is back with Nick reads, and last we continue with our new segment A.R.E. Jeopardy! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!
https://www.charrettevg.com/business-plan-competition
Visit Eric Reinholdt 30x40 Design Workshop Youtube channel.
A.R.E Questions http://designerhacks.com/
FREE TRAINING
We've found that the most important thing you can do to grow your firm is to know how to market and sell. That's why we recommend you watch Enoch Sears's must-watch webinar on marketing an architecture firms. You can register for free at archmarketing.org/insidepodcast . You'll also get 1 AIA learning unit, although learning how to market your firm is much more valuable! Register free at archmarketing.org/insidepodcast.
https://www.charrettevg.com/business-plan-competition
Visit Eric Reinholdt 30x40 Design Workshop Youtube channel.
A.R.E Questions http://designerhacks.com/
FREE TRAINING
We've found that the most important thing you can do to grow your firm is to know how to market and sell. That's why we recommend you watch Enoch Sears's must-watch webinar on marketing an architecture firms. You can register for free at archmarketing.org/insidepodcast . You'll also get 1 AIA learning unit, although learning how to market your firm is much more valuable! Register free at archmarketing.org/insidepodcast.
#57 - Building the Health of Your Company!
On this episode of Inside The Firm Alex pitches the ides of colored drawings, then the guys spitball about finding healthcare for the firm, Alex Gresh steps in for Nick reads, and last we continue with our new segment A.R.E. Jeopardy! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!
#56 - Confronting Condescending Contractors
On this episode of Inside The Firm Alex and Lance share their firm’s experience in collectively training two interior designers in Revit, next Al reads, then the guys spitball about what is the best approach to confront contentious contractors, Nick is back with Nick reads, and last we continue with our new segment A.R.E. Jeopardy! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!
#55 - Lance and Al Go To City Hall 2!
On this episode of Inside The Firm we share our candid story after meeting with the local planning department about our development!
#54 - We're Not Your Business Coach, We're Your Business Partners!
On this episode of Inside The Firm Alex and Lance share stories about contacting their heros, next they discuss modifying the current website for something different and the strategy behind it, Nick is back with Nick reads, and last we continue with our new segment A.R.E. Jeopardy! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!
#53 - Why Giving Back Matters!
On this episode of Inside The Firm Lance tells us about his trip back to college, next Alex shares his recommendation for a business competition, then Lance recommends a must listen-to-book, Nick is back with Nick reads, and last we continue with our new segment A.R.E. Jeopardy! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!
#52 - How To Turn a Strikeout Into a Double!
On this episode of Inside The Firm Alex’s tells us about how he turned four strikeouts into a double, Nick is back with Nick reads, then Lance talks about his experience with accessibility in multi-family homes and catches us up with development news, and last we continue with our new segment A.R.E. Jeopardy! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!
#51 - Lance and Al Go To City Hall!
On this episode of Inside The Firm we share our candid story meeting with city council for a round table discussion with local developers, then Alex catches up with development news and the 3D structural revolution, Nick is back with Nick reads, and last we continue with our new segment A.R.E. Jeopardy! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!
FREE TRAINING
We've found that the most important thing you can do to grow your firm is to know how to market and sell. That's why we recommend you watch Enoch Sears's must-watch webinar on marketing an architecture firms. You can register for free at archmarketing.org/insidepodcast . You'll also get 1 AIA learning unit, although learning how to market your firm is much more valuable! Register free at archmarketing.org/insidepodcast.
FREE TRAINING
We've found that the most important thing you can do to grow your firm is to know how to market and sell. That's why we recommend you watch Enoch Sears's must-watch webinar on marketing an architecture firms. You can register for free at archmarketing.org/insidepodcast . You'll also get 1 AIA learning unit, although learning how to market your firm is much more valuable! Register free at archmarketing.org/insidepodcast.
#50 - How to Approach Meetings
On this episode of Inside The Firm we share what we learned at the Colorado Economic Summit, then Lance tells us about how plans are like a play, Nick is back with Nick reads, and last we continue with our new segment A.R.E. Jeopardy! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!
LINKS:
A.R.E. Hacks by Evan Troxel - Get it on Amazon.
Visit Eric Reinholdt 30x40 Design Workshop Youtube channel.
Lastly, remember a better business starts with planning for profit. Mark and his team at EntreArchitect will show you how. Download their free online course, Profit for Small Firm Architects at EntreArchitect.com/FreeCourse.
LINKS:
A.R.E. Hacks by Evan Troxel - Get it on Amazon.
Visit Eric Reinholdt 30x40 Design Workshop Youtube channel.
Lastly, remember a better business starts with planning for profit. Mark and his team at EntreArchitect will show you how. Download their free online course, Profit for Small Firm Architects at EntreArchitect.com/FreeCourse.
#49 - Economy, Government, and Your Architecture
On this episode of Inside The Firm we share what we learned at the Colorado Economic Summit, then Lance tells us about how plans are like a play, Nick is back with Nick reads, and last we continue with our new segment A.R.E. Jeopardy! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!
LINKS:
A.R.E. Hacks by Evan Troxel - Get it on Amazon.
Visit Eric Reinholdt 30x40 Design Workshop Youtube channel.
Lastly, remember a better business starts with planning for profit. Mark and his team at EntreArchitect will show you how. Download their free online course, Profit for Small Firm Architects at EntreArchitect.com/FreeCourse.
LINKS:
A.R.E. Hacks by Evan Troxel - Get it on Amazon.
Visit Eric Reinholdt 30x40 Design Workshop Youtube channel.
Lastly, remember a better business starts with planning for profit. Mark and his team at EntreArchitect will show you how. Download their free online course, Profit for Small Firm Architects at EntreArchitect.com/FreeCourse.
#48 - Consumers want fewer choices?
On this episode of Inside The Firm we start things off with Lance attempting to scam Alex, then Alex tells us about his latest townhome dilemma, next we explore the simple but effective business model of Trader Joe’s, Nick is back with Nick reads, and last we continue with our new segment A.R.E. Jeopardy! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!
Trader Joe's Secret : https://www.cbsnews.com/news/10-secrets-to-trader-joes-success/ |
#47 The Muse Takes Note of Our Dedication
On this episode of Inside The Firm we start things off with a read from The War of Art, then Alex tells us why Architecture Sheets do not matter, Nick is back with Nick reads, and last we continue with our new segment A.R.E. Jeopardy! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!
#46 - FOLLOW UP WHEN SOMEONE IS FIRED!
On this episode of Inside The Firm we start things off by discussing the contract we are designing, then we share our experience with following up when someone is fired, Nick is back with Nick reads, and last we continue with our new segment A.R.E. Jeopardy! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
#45 - Can You Make A Good Sales Copy?
On this episode of Inside The Firm we kick it off with a shout-out to supporter Chuck Smith with New Design Works, then we spitball about story branding and how it pertains to our contracts, next we talk about designing what you don’t want to, Josh then steps in for Nick reads, and last we have a new segment A.R.E. Jeopardy! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
Book - Building a StoryBrand
#44 - Books Are The Best!
On this episode of Inside The Firm we kick-off 2018 with a few unique announcements, then Alex touts our most recent template and common item updates, next we dig a little deeper by sharing our take on the book, The Carpenter by and how it relates to our firm, Nick is back with Nick reads, and last but not least more code questions! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
Show Notes:
The Carpenter - http://jongordon.com/books/carpenter/
Art Principles - http://www.artsprinciples.com/
The Carpenter - http://jongordon.com/books/carpenter/
Art Principles - http://www.artsprinciples.com/
#43 - "When you're debt free, you are a super power!"
EPISODE 43 – “WHEN YOU'RE DEBT FREE, YOU ARE A SUPER POWER!” On this episode of Inside The Firm we Alex has a BIG announcement, then we share the podcast’s numbers and growth in it’s first year, discuss ways to improve the podcast next year, share some F9 growth stats and goals for 2018, Nick is back with Nick reads, next we have the one and ONLY Mitch Taylor for this week’s best and worst advice segment, and last but not least more code questions! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
#42 - Merry Christmas!
On this episode of Inside The Firm we reflect on our student’s interpretation of instruction, Nick is back with Nick reads, then Lance gives a quick insight to group home classifications, next we have a special best and worst advice segment from TJ Eckert, and last but not least more code questions! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
#41 - GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOAAAAAALS!!!!
On this episode of Inside The Firm we discuss goals met and goals failed, Nick is back with Nick reads, Finally Mia Scharphie joins us for this week’s best and worst advice segment. Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
Mia's Link | http://buildyourselfworkshop.com/doublevision
Mia's Link | http://buildyourselfworkshop.com/doublevision
#40 - Hundred Thousand Dollar Word
A Hundred Thousand Dollar Word! On this episode of Inside The Firm we discuss one word that cost $100,000, then we talk shop about knowing construction costs, Josh steps in for Nick Reads, next we spit about training your staff in stages, and last but not least more code questions! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
#39 - Don’t Reduce Your Arguments!
On this episode of Inside The Firm we dive into Lance’s contentious morning meeting, then Paul Rugarber joints us for this week’s best and worst advice segment, Nick is back with Nick Reads, next we spitball about good corporate Christmas gifts, and last but not least more code questions! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
#38 - Hundred Thousand Dollar Word
A Hundred Thousand Dollar Word! On this episode of Inside The Firm we discuss one word that cost $100,000, then we talk shop about knowing construction costs, Josh steps in for Nick Reads, next we spit about training your staff in stages, and last but not least more code questions! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
#38 - Cryptocurrency for Construction
On this episode of Inside The Firm we talk cryptocurrency and how it’s starting to fund construction projects, next we’re joined by Cindy Urness and Mark Barnhouse of NDSU for an extended version of this week’s best and worst advice segment, Nick is here again with Nick Reads, and last but not least more code questions! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
#37 - Don't Blindly Follow Your Passions
Don't Blindly Follow Your Passions! On this episode of Inside The Firm we talk about the benefits of learning a cheap lesson in sales, next we’re joined by Enoch Sears of the Business of Architecture for this week’s best and worst advice segment, then we talk about letting go and fostering autonomy, Nick is here again with Nick Reads, and last but not least more code questions! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
LINKS
Business of Architecture - https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/
The Creativity Code - http://amzn.to/2yeuSDy
LINKS
Business of Architecture - https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/
The Creativity Code - http://amzn.to/2yeuSDy
#36 - If it's a passion pursue it!
On this episode of Inside The Firm we talk about this week’s latest Amazon HQ2 news, then Alex recommends a few episodes of Archispeak, next we’re joined by John Odermatt of Felony Friday for this week’s best and worst advice segment, Nick is here again with Nick Reads, and last but not least more code questions! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
LINKS:
John Odermatt of Felony Friday - http://lionsofliberty.com/felonyfriday/
Archispeak
F9 Amazon HQ2
LINKS:
John Odermatt of Felony Friday - http://lionsofliberty.com/felonyfriday/
Archispeak
- Archispeak #66 House Plans - https://archispeakpodcast.com/episodes/66
- Archispeak #117 Motivation - https://archispeakpodcast.com/episodes/117
F9 Amazon HQ2
#35 - Creators Don't Have Time To Critique!
On this episode of Inside The Firm we explore being a seller of building products and plans online, then we’re joined by Eric Reinholdt of 30x40 Design Workshop for this week’s best and worst advice segment, answer some more listener questions from PROP.Architecture, Nick is here again with Nick Reads, and last but not least more code questions! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
Eric Reinholdt Website - https://thirtybyforty.com/ YouTube Channel - http://bit.ly/1k5wpmw |
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#34 - The Myth of Discovery! aka the amazon episode
On this SPECIAL episode of Inside The Firm we give an in-depth look at the ideas behind our concept design for Amazon’s potential new headquarters in Denver and the how-to for doing a your own social media blitz that could result in national recognition, then we’re joined by Vinny Marshal of Think Liberty for this week’s best and worst advice segment, and last but not least Nick is here again with Nick Reads! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
F9's Amazon Headquarters Design - http://www.f9productions.com/amazons-denver-headquarters.html |
#33 - Inside the firm
On this episode of Inside The Firm we give a preview of the EntreArchitect’s contract templates, answer listener questions from Collin Abdallah, then we’re joined by Kortnee Gonzalez for this week’s best and worst advice segment, next Alex shares a suggestion learned by a 30x40 video, Nick is here again with Nick Reads, and last but not least more code questions! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
LINKS - Entreachitect - PROP.architecture - ECHT Architects - 30x40 Design Workshop |
Find out more here.
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#32 - Old Man River Returns!
On this episode of Inside The Firm we talk shop about adding additional services to your contract template, discuss the results of our poll on how many design options are typically given, then we’re joined again by Keith Gore AKA Old Man River for this week’s best and worst advice segment, next Alex gives us his hot take on why you should just do it, Nick is back with Nick Reads, and last but not least more code questions! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
Episode 31 - Confidence Breeds Success!
On this episode of Inside The Firm Alex shares his thoughts on constant improvement, next we expand on the importance of being confident with your clients, then we our very own Joshua Kern of F9 Productions fills in for this week’s Nick Read segment, spitball about summer vacations, and last but not least more code questions!. Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
Episode 30 - Inspiration by Experience!
On this episode of Inside The Firm Alex educates us on condo maps and declarations, then we hear from Caleb Husmann for this week’s best and worst advice segment, next we expand on why prompt communication is key for potential clients, are once again joined by our best friend Nick Renard with Nick Reads, building culture, and last but not least more code questions!. Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
Links: Exteriors and Interiors by Caleb Husmann Jocko Podcast 56 with Peter Attia |
#29 - Decentralized Command
On this episode of Inside The Firm we expand on the concept of decentralized command, getting paid entirely up front and the consequences associated with it, are once again joined by our best friend Nick Renard with Nick Reads, and last but not least more code questions!. Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
LINKS:
Jocko Podcast
EntreArchitect Podcast
EntreArchitect Facebook Group
LINKS:
Jocko Podcast
EntreArchitect Podcast
EntreArchitect Facebook Group
#28 - Mornings make your life!
On this episode of Inside The Firm hear from our newest fan, Kortnee Gonzalez of ECHT-ARCHITECTS, answer her listener questions, Alex then rants about Angie’s List, are once again joined by our best friend Nick Renard with Nick Reads, and last but not least more code questions!. Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
LINKS:
Entre Architect Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/EntreArchitect/
Architecture Registration Exam: https://www.facebook.com/groups/architectregistrationexam/
ECHT-ARCHITECTS: http://echt-architects.com/
LINKS:
Entre Architect Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/EntreArchitect/
Architecture Registration Exam: https://www.facebook.com/groups/architectregistrationexam/
ECHT-ARCHITECTS: http://echt-architects.com/
#27 - Alternative Paths to Success!
On this episode of Inside The Firm we finally have an intro, talk development and alternative paths to success and licensure for architects and last but not least hear from our good friend Robert Weygant with his take on this week’s best and worst advice segment. Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
LINKS:
Entre Architect Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/EntreArchitect/
Colorado Architecture Licensure Requirements page 18 https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BzKoVwvexVATS3dqUW85RUZELXc/view
LINKS:
Entre Architect Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/EntreArchitect/
Colorado Architecture Licensure Requirements page 18 https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BzKoVwvexVATS3dqUW85RUZELXc/view
resources for students
#26 - Always Trust Your Gut!
On this episode of Inside The Firm we answer a listener question from Andy Crocker, Alex shares two critical points of discussion for real estate development, next Lance fills in for with this week’s best and worst advice segment about trusting your gut, then we hear from our best friend and fellow architect Nick Renard with his “Nick Reads” segment, and last but not least…. more code quiz questions! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
Show Notes:
EntreArchitect Facebook Group | https://www.facebook.com/groups/EntreArchitect/
Archispeak Podcast | archispeakpodcast.com/
The "Second Brain" Article | https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/gut-second-brain/
Show Notes:
EntreArchitect Facebook Group | https://www.facebook.com/groups/EntreArchitect/
Archispeak Podcast | archispeakpodcast.com/
The "Second Brain" Article | https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/gut-second-brain/
#25 - Dealing with Online Reviews!
On this episode of Inside The Firm Alex shares his advice for taking the architectural registration exams and Grandma’s advice, then Lance rants about online reviews with Thumbtack vs. everybody else, are joined again from our best friend and fellow architect Nick Renard with his “Nick Reads” segment, hear from our friends Devon Till and Kevin O’Keefe from The Art of Construction Podcast with this week’s best and worst advice segment, and last but not least…. more code quiz questions! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
LINK
https://www.theartofconstruction.net/
LINK
https://www.theartofconstruction.net/
#23 Civil WARS!!!
On this episode of Inside The Firm we share our experiences of being recruited for television shows and commercials, talk about our recent civil engineering coordination endeavors and how to delegate responsibilities, are joined again from our best friend and fellow architect Nick Renard with his “Nick Reads” segment, hear from our friend and employee Josh Kern with this week’s best and worst advice segment, and last but not least…. more code quiz questions! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
#22 - Condos and Cats!
On this episode of Inside The Firm we cannot believe how well Angie’s list is working and explain why we think it is, give a shout out to a big fan - Joshua Stewart, answer the age old client question “why will this cost so much?!”, are joined again from our best friend and fellow architect Nick Renard with his “Nick Reads” segment, then share some recent development talk, hear from our college buddy Matt Perry with this week’s best and worst advice segment, finally Lance shares is recent reciprocity experience with Idaho, and last but not least…. more code quiz questions! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
#21 - Weigh Your Hiring Options
On this episode of Inside The Firm Lance shares his story about meeting a contractor and how it went wrong, then speak on how that meeting leads to our vetting of other business partners, hear a new segment titled, “Nicholas Reads” from our best friend and fellow architect Nicholas James Renard of DIG Architects, then Alex’s old college roommate Justin Miedema shares joins us for the worst and best advice segment, and last but not least…. more code quiz questions! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
#20 - The 3 V's of Internet Marketing!
On this episode of Inside The Firm we cover the broad topic of selling yourself and your firm, give examples of marketing templates that we use, talk about the internet snowball marketing effect, hear best and worst advice from our good friend Kyle Sack, and last but not least touch up on development talk! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
F9 Productions Website
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#19 - Your Business is an Ecosystem!
On this episode of Inside The Firm we share our experience and advice from meeting with the CEO of a company that generates 100 million dollars annually, hear this week’s good and bad advice from our friend and fellow architect Nicholas Renard of DIG Architects, then Lance shares an article with Alex about a lawsuit that Home Depot and Menards are now in, and last but not least…. more code quiz questions! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
Show Notes:
- Home Depot, Menards face lawsuits over lumber size description : https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/nation-now/2017/06/21/home-depot-menards-lumber-size-lawsuit/415874001/#
- Good and Bad Advice Guest : Nicholas Renard : http://dig-architecture.com/
- Home Depot, Menards face lawsuits over lumber size description : https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/nation-now/2017/06/21/home-depot-menards-lumber-size-lawsuit/415874001/#
- Good and Bad Advice Guest : Nicholas Renard : http://dig-architecture.com/
#18 Don't take it personal
On this episode of Inside The Firm we answer a listener question from our good friend Matt Perry, talk about strategies behind new business meetings, then discuss what it means to have a 40,000 foot perspective and how important it is to not take business personally, hear from Kurt Krueger of Kurt Krueger Architects for this week’s segment on worst and best advice, hash out the 5 major players needed for real estate development, and last but not least…. more code quiz questions! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
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#17 - Test, sales, and success
On this episode of Inside The Firm we find out if Lance passed his contractors test and if Alex passed his architecture test, plus Alex gives us his take on how to best sell and buy a new home in a hot market, next we are again joined by Lance’s fiancé and realtor Marilyn Ackerman with her best and worst advice for building a custom home, then Alex’s hits us with some surprise questions, and last but not least…. more code quiz questions! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
#16 - tiny house talk and tips!
On this episode of Inside The Firm we share our experiences and lessons learned with our first design build project, a Tiny House named Atlas, talk about the value of teaching a design studio at least once in your life, are joined by Lance’s fiancé and realtor Marilyn Ackerman with her best and worst advice, and more code quiz questions. Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
SHOW NOTES:
Trailer Made - http://www.trailermadetrailers.com/
Gas Springs - www.ameritoolmfg.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/2015Brochure.pdf
Spring Hinges - http://sdproducts.com/
TINY HOUSES
Atlas - http://www.atlastinyhouse.com/
Tiny House 2 - https://www.facebook.com/pg/F9-Productions-Inc-131118303580021/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1403410386350800
#15 - the audacity of the audit!
On this episode of Inside The Firm we reveal our recent experience of being audited by the state’s department of labor and the lessons learned by it, then Lance delivers his code quiz, next we feature the best and worst advice of the well-known Denver Architect Ron Faleide, and finally Alex fills us in on this week’s development news including Alex’s recent real estate sales revelations. Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
EPISODE 14 - selling your own property
On this episode of Inside The Firm Lance shares the beginning of his journey to become a Class B contractor by studying the International Building Code, then we share a story of a former charlatan client, feature the best and worst advice of our very good friend and long-time Jerry Boland of BolandStudio2 Architects, and Alex fills us in on this week’s development news with the idea and process of selling your own real estate property. Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
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Our Guest - Jerry Boland
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Show Notes:
Real estate contracts (Colorado) - https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dora/division-real-estate-contracts-and-forms
Contractor Licenses
General - www.iccsafe.org/certification-exam-catalog/
Longmont - https://www.longmontcolorado.gov/departments/departments-a-d/building-inspection/contractors-information-and-resources/types-of-contractor-licenses
- https://www.longmontcolorado.gov/departments/departments-a-d/building-inspection/contractors-information-and-resources/applying-for-a-contractor-s-license
For Sale By Owner MLS listing
https://mlsmyhome.com/
https://fsbo.com/mls/state/show/name/CO
Real estate contracts (Colorado) - https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dora/division-real-estate-contracts-and-forms
Contractor Licenses
General - www.iccsafe.org/certification-exam-catalog/
Longmont - https://www.longmontcolorado.gov/departments/departments-a-d/building-inspection/contractors-information-and-resources/types-of-contractor-licenses
- https://www.longmontcolorado.gov/departments/departments-a-d/building-inspection/contractors-information-and-resources/applying-for-a-contractor-s-license
For Sale By Owner MLS listing
https://mlsmyhome.com/
https://fsbo.com/mls/state/show/name/CO
EPISODE 13 - Hiring New Staff and a Visit From Old Man River!
On this episode of Inside The Firm we discuss the importance of comradery and firm culture, share some stats we took on proposals over at the EntreArchitect community, how we are planning to welcome our new hires, hear best and worst advice from Alex’s dad Keith Gore, and of course more development talk. Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
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EPISODE 11 - Setting Your Firm Up For Success
In this episode of Inside The Firm we hear from Enoch Sears of The Business of Architecture, share our stories about projects that have been axed by the planners and restarted, how to leverage yourself to universities, development talk, and a 10% success fees! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
Show Notes:
Training in Revit http://www.revitfurniture.com/packages.html Business of Architecture https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/ F9's Development: To the right is a video recreation of the neighborhood presentation of our Design | Build | Develop project titled - MARK II* * Thanks Jason Buss of F9 Productions for coming up with the name! |
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episode 10 - The 3D Printing Revolution Is Upon Us!
On this episode of Inside The Firm we hear from a new listener Tim Barber of Barber Architects, ask Alex if he passed his last 2 A.R.E. tests, talk about 3D Printing and how we think it will change the construction industry, fixed-fee vs. hourly contracts, and much more! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
Show Notes: Generative Design - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CtYRfMzmWFU Forbes 3D printing - https://www.forbes.com/sites/richarddaveni/2017/04/10/printing-the-future-the-last-bastion-of-blue-collar-labor-is-about-to-fall/#937ce176d785 Don't forget to follow us on facebook or twitter, and also files feel free to email us. |
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episode 9 - a.r.e. you having fun?
On this episode of Inside The Firm we hear from Mark LePage host of the EntreArchitect Podcast, lament about the A.R.E. testing process, talk about getting hired for doing projects that stretch your abilities and whether or not you should take them, file naming methods, and current development talk! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
Show Notes:
Mark LePage - http://entrearchitect.com/
DOW Chemical saves $110 million a year
- At the 14:40 minute mark to the 16:35 mark of episode 191 of the EntreLeadership Podcast Adam Grant takes about the idea of an Innovation Challenge. Link - https://www.entreleadership.com/podcasts/191-adamgrantchampioning-creative-ide
Integrated Path to Architectural Licensure Initiative
- http://www.ncarb.org/Studying-Architecture/Integrated-Path-to-Architectural-Licensure.aspx
- http://www.ncarb.org/News-and-Events/News/2016/June-IPAL.aspx
Don't forget to follow us on facebook or twitter, lastly if you have any insight about how you like to structure your files feel free to email us.
EPISODE 8 - design your life
On this episode of Inside The Firm we hear from Evan Troxel, co-host of the Archispeak Podcast, talk about planting seeds for future work while you're young, gaining media attention for out of the box projects, and current development talk ! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!! Episode 8's title was the working title of our book "The Creativity Code".
Show notes:
Evan Troxel - https://www.evantroxel.com/
Archispeak Podcast - https://archispeakpodcast.com/
Evan Troxel - https://www.evantroxel.com/
Archispeak Podcast - https://archispeakpodcast.com/
episode 7 - Investors for Developments and The Jazz House Story
On this episode of Inside The Firm we explain how to create a budget for your first development, who are investors for real estate developments, and share a story about the time we tried to be capital “A” Architects! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
Show notes: NAHB - Cost of Constructing a home https://www.nahbclassic.org/generic.aspx?genericContentID=248306 |
Click here to download our example spread sheet.
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EPISODE 6 - Listener Questions And How To Determine Your Worth
On this episode of Inside The Firm we answer listener questions, lament on obtaining rights and photographs to your work, and how to determine your worth! Join us as we go back, INSIDE THE FIRM!!!
Shoutouts:
EntreArchitect
Young Architect
Life of an Architect
Shoutouts:
EntreArchitect
Young Architect
Life of an Architect
EPISODE 5 - Being a First Time Developer
In this episode we discuss purchasing land, creative fee structures for consultants, balloon payments, the advantages and disadvantages of pre-selling units, doomsdaydwellings.com, and working for other firms during the recession. Join us as we go back Inside The Firm!
Shoutouts:
Pella Windows
Oz Architecture
Shoutouts:
Pella Windows
Oz Architecture
EPISODE 4 - Firing Clients and It's Never Nothing!
SHOW NOTES:
On this episode we talk about firing clients, re-hiring clients, tell about our lesson learned from believing that some projects are too simple, designing in 2' increments, and give an update on our current development project! Join us as we go back, "Inside The Firm"! Book's Mentioned : The Creativity Code by Alex Gore Tools of Titans by Tim Ferris Podcast Mentioned : The Tim Ferris Show Arnold Schwarzenegger Part 2 John Crowley - The Real-Life Captain America and Bruse Banner |
Below is an example of what we take to a pre-application meeting. This file in not indicative of the final project.
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episode 3 - Marketing and Starting a Development
On this episode of Inside The Firm we tell a few success stories about design competitions, marketing a your designs, and how you might start a real estate development of your own. Join us as we go... INSIDE THE FIRM!
Sponsor: Revit Furniture
Sponsor: Revit Furniture
episode 2 - Landing Work (Horror Stories and Success Stories of F9)
On today's podcast we share stories about some of the first projects we landed and the horrors and successes that came with them. Join us as we journey back inside the firm!
episode 1 - starting a firm
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In this Episode of Inside The Firm we discuss how we started our small business from scratch after being laid off from the Great Recession. Join us as we bring you Inside The Firm!
In this Episode of Inside The Firm we discuss how we started our small business from scratch after being laid off from the Great Recession. Join us as we bring you Inside The Firm!
Episode zero - the pilot
Welcome to the show! This intro show talks about how Lance and Alex met, how we navigated the recession to start the business, any what you can do to start planing your own firm in the future.
Thanks for listening!
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THE TEAM
F9 Productions is an Award Wining architecture firm based in Boulder County Colorado found by Alex Gore and Lance Cayko. The firm specialize in residential design spanning from small additions, to 24 unit town home complexes, and is now starting their own Design | Build | Own projects (Architect as developer). Other areas of competence include creating Revit content, building ATLAS, and teaching at the University of Colorado Boulder.
LINKS |
Our Firm | www.f9productions.com
Tiny House | www.atlastinyhouse.com
Book | The Creativity Code
Our Firm | www.f9productions.com
Tiny House | www.atlastinyhouse.com
Book | The Creativity Code