Inside The Firm

On this episode of Inside the Firm, the Fed is set to lower rates in September and unemployment is up, and 10 phrases leaders need to stop saying! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!

Rena is a nationally recognized expert in small firm practice and the author of The Architect’s Guide to Small Firm Management (Wiley, 2010). With 20 years of experience as the owner of a small architecture firm, and over 15 years as a consultant and educator, Rena brings a special understanding of design firms managed by entrepreneurial architects. Rena served as executive editor of AIA’s The Architect’s Handbook of Professional Practice, 15th edition She taught professional practice in the architecture schools at the University of Washington (1993 - 2003), and at Washington State University (2008 - 2013). She was named an AIA Fellow in 2006.

Emanuel Rose is a wealth of experience in lead generation, branding, advertising, and digital agency operations, and is ready to elevate your business to new heights. With over 25 years of experience, Emanuel is dedicated to pioneering cutting-edge marketing strategies that deliver tangible results for his clients. As the CEO of Strategic eMarketing, Emanuel leads with vision and innovation, leveraging machine learning to drive lead generation for clients across the Western US and beyond. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, Emanuel pushes the boundaries of what's possible in the digital marketing landscape, ensuring his clients stay ahead of the curve.

On this episode of Inside the Firm, Al, “The Oracle” Gore gives us the short term and long term strategies you need as an architect to survive what’s coming. Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!

Christian Espinosa is a bestselling author of "The Smartest Person in the Room," explores the quest for validation and intellectual supremacy. His latest book, "The In-Between: Life in the Micro," details his transformation from a competitive mindset to a compassionate global citizen. An accomplished entrepreneur, Christian founded and sold Alpine Security and now leads Blue Goat Cyber. Beyond his corporate achievements, he is a white hat hacker, keynote speaker, and adventure enthusiast with 24 Ironman triathlons and two Seven Summits climbs under his belt.

On this episode of Inside the Firm, is the economy back, is a much needed rate cut coming and why are sales sometimes a Herculean effort? Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!

Tabatha Thorell is a native of rural Nebraska and a devoted wife and mother to five girls. With a career spanning 16 years, she began as a fitness coach, earning a reputation for motivation and persistence. Alongside her high school sweetheart, Tabatha has been a successful real estate investor for nearly two decades. Beyond fitness coaching, Tabatha is a best-selling co-author, speaker, life, and business coach. Her diverse skill set and passion for helping others achieve their dreams have made her a sought-after mentor. Tabatha's podcast, “What Went wrong” is where she shares inspiring stories and insights, and adds another dimension to her impactful presence.

Barry LaBov is a two-time Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year, and a celebrated author, speaker, and brand strategist. With a core emphasis on differentiation, Barry advocates for leaders to unearth and champion their brand’s distinctiveness to win market share and the hearts of the people who represent it. His book, “The Power of Differentiation. Win Hearts, Minds and Market Share,” distributed by Simon and Schuster, embodies this philosophy. As the founder of LABOV, a renowned marketing training firm serving blue-chip clients, Barry is renowned for his infectious energy, creativity, and uplifting message.

On this episode of Inside the Firm, jobless claims are up but don’t worry, then Biden proposes a 5% cap on rents, and last but not least what are the three traits essential for entrepreneurial success? Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!

Cash flow is the foundation of a strong financial position and Ryan helps architects and engineers build financial systems that provide peace of mind, financial clarity, and ultimately better decision-making. Starting his career as a mechanical engineer, he built an engineering department from the ground up. In just five years, he built the department into a formidable team of 11 professionals, generating an annual revenue exceeding $1 million. This journey uncovered Ryan's true passion for finance and investing, which led him to starting his financial planning firm.

On this episode of Inside the Firm, with every project you should get a fee, a photo, and a friend, then an inflation update, what are the two types of sales, and how is architectural billing looking? Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!

Daniel Den became fascinated with marketing and sales almost two decades ago. Today he is the co-creator of the X Factor Effect methodology where he and his team have helped over 20,000 students and clients grow their businesses. Daniel teaches that “Different is the new Better” and his framework includes nine pillars for differentiating your business so that you can become a market leader. For several years, Daniel traveled the world full time with his wife and four children. They continue to travel often and now live in Florida. Daniel is also the author of the new book "Ideas That Influence," that was built to help business owners discover their own WILDLY SUCCESSFUL MARKETING IDEAS!

Annie Larner is a commercial broker focused on leasing in sales in northern Colorado. She is hooked on the grind and chaos of real estate, hustling from dawn to dusk to get deals done, make new friends, and contribute to the growth of her beloved hometown. She’s a CU Boulder grad, an enthusiastic birthday song and karaoke singer, a mother of two boys with whom she loves to cook and play board games and no, she doesn't let them win, and a co-host of a podcast called SideDish, focused on what’s up in Longmont Colorado.

On this episode of Inside the Firm, what’s around the corner for the housing market, then we just cannot break free from these horrible interest rates, and finally 11 strategies for managing a team effectively. Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!

Dr. Michael Jaquith is a Ph. D. Chemist who left the corporate world and now helps men everywhere discover how to get more of what they want and live the promise of abundant life. By combining analytical science, psychology, and the time honored teachings of the Faith, Michael helps men who feel stuck, confused, and powerless to unlock those chains and find what they really want. Michael is married with six children and lives in rural northern Idaho.

On this episode of Inside the Firm, Al Gore is heading to the Niche BIM conference as a speaker, then what’s going on with housing and multi-family starts! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!

Tom Paladino, a distinguished scalar energy researcher from Florida, explores the profound realm of scalar energy, the fundamental life force present throughout the universe. His groundbreaking theories suggest scalar energy originates from celestial bodies like the sun and stars, serving as the genesis of all energy. Tom envisions scalar energy as instructive, guiding spiritual, cognitive, emotional, and physical phenomena, bringing order to existence.

On this episode of Inside the Firm, it’s an employer market again, then an update on where the FED is and how their supposed future rate cuts might affect you, and finally an update on housing costs! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!

David Pollard is an architect, builder, and the co-founder of Liv Companies; a full-service residential design-build company in the Chicago suburbs. Dave started LivCo in 2012 to provide quality design to suburban homeowners, but with some twists to the traditional architectural services model. Following on the heels of his graduate thesis work stating, “to make architecture more accessible, it’s time we stop trying to re-design the building systems, and architects lead the charge in re-thinking the design systems.” This evolved into a design-build model which allows simplified deliverables and a fully integrated and accountable team to deliver their projects

On this episode of Inside the Firm, Why are you not growing your business?, then some mixed economic signals… shocker!, and lastly, why do you need friends who are crushing it! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!