Business of Architecture Podcast
Discover strategies, tips and secrets for running a fun, flexible and profitable architecture practice. The focus here is simple: discussion of ways for architects to create a dream architecture practice: design what you want, when you want, and get paid well for it.

Architect and author Rena M. Klein literally wrote the book on small firm management. Listen in as we discuss how to get extraordinary results (and avoid common mistakes) of small architecture firm management.

In this episode we discuss:

  • How to keep your firm on track as a principal (even when you aren't around)
  • Common management mistakes of small architecture firms
  • How to avoid being penny wise and pound foolish
  • The #1 key to maximizing the productivity of firm employees
  • How to create a safe 'exit' by mentoring 2nd generation leaders

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In today's episode we talk with Rena M. Klein, business planning and management consultant about strategies and best practices when competing in the architectural playing field.

Rena M. Klein is the founder of RM Klein Consulting, a business and management consulting firm catering to small to mid-sized architecture and design firms to help their firm run better.

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Redesigning The Practice Of Architecture To Reach The 95%: Interview with Thomas Fisher

In today's episode we're back with Thomas R. Fisher as he encourages architects to expand their horizons, think outside the box, and figure out ways to bring the power of design to the 95%. He also shares with us the University of Minnesota College of Design's pioneering works that aims to redefine and redesign the practice of architecture.

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The Case For Higher Architect Fees

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