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New Arch PR
Joined: 02 Apr 2009
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 Posted: Fri Apr 03, 2009 10:47 am Post subject: Dilemmas of a newly licenced architect |
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Hi,
I got a lot of confusion and maybe some of you have felt this way. I currently work in a small firm, and I just finish my exams and got my license. I understand that the firm depends a lot of my services but to be honest I want to have my own firm. I know this are hard times but i believe and want to pursue my dreams. My dilemma is I don't know how you make a transition to an existing firms to yours?? I don't want to make things wrong with my current boss, I don't want to make contracts my way and have then an issue or conflict because of taking possible clients to them. Also talk to them maybe would be a stupid thing, just imaging it "boss I want to make my own firm, did you like the idea, I will quit soon". I want to do things the right way, because they give an opportunity to work and I appreciate it, but I think is time to climb the next step.
Please give some advice... I will appreciate it! |
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bkb
Joined: 31 Mar 2009
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| The field of Architecture is founded on the mentor/mentee relationship. I think it is completely expected that you will go out on your own.....eventually. Your boss has made an investment to train you. He/she is probably hoping to get some of that investment back. It sounds like you may be a little quick to run out the door. Times are tough and you have a good job. I think the transition will happen at a natural point if you don't try to force it. |
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nanrehvasconez
Joined: 25 Feb 2008
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One should assume that you are working for an architectural firm, also that are experienced and competent all around architect to perform and complete a project without supervision, including but not limited to be a Cad operator, job captain, job coordinator, specifications writer, accountant, and a public relations man.
If there is good chemistry between you and your boss, my advice will be to cultivate the chemistry with the understanding that you will become a Jr. Partner when you bring a substantial client to share with your boss. This will give you the advantage to use the existing office-business structure in your favor.
If you decide to go in your own the first thing in your mind is to confess truthfully to yourself HOW GOOD A SALESMAN YOU ARE, if you are not, stay were you are and grow. |
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Checkpoint43
Joined: 22 Mar 2007
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Location: Lexington, VA
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| Posted: Fri Apr 03, 2009 10:25 pm Post subject: |
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There is a big difference between working in a firm, and running your own business.
I would suggest you read The E-Myth Revisited by Michael Gerber.
It's a book about entrepreneurship, but you can apply it to your situation.
It should give you some good insight.
Hope this helps. |
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Florida Architects
Joined: 03 Apr 2009
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My suggestion is if that is your dream...then pursue it.
But, i would do it in baby steps.....
First, stay with your current firm work hard and learn. As importantly keep the paycheck and the benefits.
Set up a firm on the side, there is a lot to do, incorporate, license, permits, insurance, marketing, sales, production, invoicing, collections, taxes. Get used to it. Get comfortable with it and pick up what you can on the side. There is a lot to learn.
And like the other poster said you need to be a salesman....people generally don't just come to you. How do you plan to get the work?
Regards,
Ryan
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