Here’s why you should be taking LOTS of pictures of your construction projects – and some tips on how to do it efficiently
A few weeks ago, I overheard a contractor telling his team why he insists on taking photos daily on site. He was explaining to the team why it was crucial to take pictures before and after any type of work….
Why we Choose Profit over Rapid Growth
When it comes to owning and running a business, there is a common and prevalent idea that bigger is always better. One of the most common questions I’m asked by friends and family is, “How many work for you now?”…
A Guide to Hiring a Virtual Assistant for Your Architecture or Contracting Business
What would you do if you had more time? Would you enjoy your work more if you didn’t have to do administrative tasks any more? Have you ever thought of hiring outside help? As someone who has used a VA…
How Virtual Assistants Can Save Time and Help Grow Your Architecture or Contracting Business
Virtual assistants are contractors and freelancers who work remotely. They can take several online jobs—from organizing your calendar, to answering potential clients queries, to writing blog articles, and posting on social media. They can either have a specialized skill set…
Inbound Marketing 101: How Architects and Contractors can Gain New Leads While Spending Less Money
We need to talk about marketing. I know that as a small to medium-sized architecture firm, it is probably not the first thing on your to-do list. With a dozen other things that take precedent, like working on projects and…
Architects and Contractors: How Content Marketing Can Help You Get New Clients
It would be super if all we needed to do was launch our website and then sit back and let the new clients roll in. But since so many people are doing this, rising to the top of the pack,…
Best Apps for Architects – Our selection for 2019
When asked for the most valuable things in life, many highly successful people all rank the same thing at number one: time. Unlike material things, you can’t lose time and get it back again. You can’t spend time and go…
Work Smart, Not More: Time Management for Architects
Being an architect is an interesting and creative career. The work is challenging and interesting. You get to meet all different kinds of people and have an impact on cities and skylines around the world. It is fascinating, fast-paced work…
6 Great Social Proof Strategies for Architects and Contractors
It’s a Friday evening. You and your wife are walking down the street looking for a place to eat. Of the five restaurants you see, three are full and two are empty. Where do you go? If you’re like most…
The Best Tablet for Architects and Contractors (Update 2019)
Looking for a tablet that will make working in the field simpler? It’s a jungle out there with a mind-boggling number of tablets on offer. But I got some good news: There’s light at the end of the tunnel (there…
