Let’s start with a small recap: What exactly is a punch list? As we explained in a previous blog post: “A construction punch list (or snag list) is a list of items that need to be completed to comply with…
You’ve got a smartphone, and have probably ventured at least once or twice into the magnificent quagmire of Apple’s App Store or the Google Play Store, which have literally millions of apps. Figuring out which ones are going to work…
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….
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?”…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
