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Apr 28 2026

Communicating the Value of Architects: Why Your Story Is the Strategy

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Communicating the Value of Architects: Why Your Story Is the Strategy There is a conversation happening in nearly every small firm I know. It sounds something like this: clients don’t understand what we do, they don’t value our expertise, and we can’t get paid what we’re worth. The frustration is real. The fees are real. […]

Written by Mark R. LePage · Categorized: Marketing · Tagged: architect fees, architect marketing, communicating value, small firm architect, target market

Sep 02 2025

Becoming Irreplaceable as an Architect in the Age of AI

Five commitments to help small firm architects thrive in a world of automation If you caught last week’s Solo Session, we talked about the shift from trust over task and how the real value of small firm architects lies in human connection, not technical execution. But that left me with a bigger question for this […]

Written by Mark R. LePage · Categorized: AI, podcast episodes, Solo Sessions · Tagged: AI and automation, architect authority, becoming irreplaceable as an architect, client relationships, small firm architect

Aug 01 2025

Designing Sustainable Houses for Hot, Humid Climates with Jane Frederick

I’ve had the privilege of interviewing hundreds of remarkable architects over the years. But every once in a while, I connect with someone whose experience, values, and work deeply align with the mission of EntreArchitect. Jane Frederick, FAIA, is one of those people. In episode 619 of the EntreArchitect Podcast, I sat down with Jane […]

Written by Mark R. LePage · Categorized: building science, Leadership, podcast episodes · Tagged: hot humid climates, residential design, small firm architect, sustainable architecture, vernacular design

Jan 18 2019

EA254: Burnout as a Small Firm Architect [Podcast]

What Can We Do To Avoid Burnout as a Small Firm Architect? As a small firm architect, have you ever just felt tired? The burden we have for our profession can often be overwhelming, and sometimes our positivity can wane. What can you do to avoid burnout? This week on EntreArchitect podcast, Burnout as a Small […]

Written by Mark R. LePage · Tagged: Architect, Architecture, burnout, Business, Design, entrepreneur, Profit, small firm architect, Success, unpacking design

Dec 14 2018

EA249: How Does NCARB Serve the Small Firm Architect? [Podcast]

How Does NCARB Serve the Small Firm Architect? This week on EntreArchitect podcast, How Does NCARB Serve the Small Firm Architect with Michael Armstrong, CEO of NCARB. Learn more online at NCARB.org and check out NCARB by the Numbers 2018, or connect with Mike on social media via LinkedIn and Twitter. Visit our Platform Sponsors Freshbooks is the easy […]

Written by Mark R. LePage · Tagged: Architect, Architecture, architecture firm, Business, Design, entrepreneur, Profit, small firm architect, Success

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