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In this episode of Architects Who Win, host Rolf Louis dives into the challenges architects face when it comes to pricing their services. Exploring insights from thought leaders like Oscar Wilde, Simon Sinek, and Chris Do, this episode highlights the impact of low fees on architects’ businesses, well-being, and the profession as a whole. Discover strategies to communicate your value, set sustainable fees, and build a practice that reflects your worth.
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In this episode of Architects Who Win, host Rolf Louis shares a cautionary tale about breaking his own rules and working with a difficult client. Through this story, he explores the importance of trusting red flags, setting boundaries, and staying true to your instincts. With insights from thought leaders like Maya Angelou, Brené Brown, and Oprah Winfrey, this episode offers valuable lessons for any architect navigating challenging client relationships.
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In this episode of Architects Who Win, host Rolf Louis explores why every architect can benefit from coaching. Drawing on insights from thought leaders like Tony Robbins, John Wooden, and Simon Sinek, this episode highlights the transformative power of having a coach. Learn how coaching can provide clarity, accountability, and growth, helping you build a more successful and fulfilling practice.
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In this episode of Architects Who Win, host Rolf Louis explores how architects can create self-sustaining practices that thrive without their constant involvement. With insights from thought leaders like Michael Gerber, Peter Drucker, and Simon Sinek, this episode offers practical tips on building systems, delegating effectively, and empowering teams. Discover how to design a business that gives you freedom, flexibility, and long-term value.
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In this episode of Architects Who Win, host Rolf Louis explores the critical role of listening in architecture. Drawing on insights from thought leaders like Stephen R. Covey, Maya Angelou, and Peter Drucker, this episode offers practical tips for improving client communication and unlocking valuable project insights. Discover how listening can strengthen relationships, enhance trust, and lead to more successful outcomes.
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In this episode of Architects Who Win, host Rolf Louis tackles the myth that hiring an architect means higher costs. Drawing on insights from thought leaders like Henry Ford, Frank Lloyd Wright, and Amory Lovins, he explores how architects help clients save money through strategic planning, efficient design, and sustainability. This episode offers practical tips for architects to better communicate their value and challenge common misconceptions.
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In this episode of Architects Who Win, host Rolf Louis explores the art of building meaningful industry connections. Drawing on insights from leaders like Reid Hoffman, Zig Ziglar, and Brené Brown, this episode offers practical tips and reflective questions to help architects network authentically and effectively.
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In this episode of Architects Who Win, host Rolf Louis explores time management strategies for architects, focusing on how to balance creativity with deadlines. Drawing insights from experts like Stephen R. Covey, Cal Newport, and Arianna Huffington, this episode offers practical tips and reflective questions to help architects take control of their schedules and sustain their creative energy.
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In this episode of Architects Who Win, host Rolf Louis explores how architects can build self-belief in their skills and value. With insights from thought leaders like Henry Ford, Brené Brown, and Simon Sinek, listeners will gain practical tools and reflective exercises to boost their confidence and embrace their unique journey. Join the conversation and start building the confidence to thrive in your architecture practice. Join the community superstarchitect.com/community
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In this episode of Architects Who Win, host Rolf Louis explores how architects can balance creative passion projects with the need for profitability. By discussing insights from thought leaders like Richard Branson, Marie Forleo, and Warren Buffett, this episode encourages listeners to evaluate their projects’ long-term value and align their work with both creative and financial goals. joins us in Superstarchitect
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In this episode of Architects Who Win, host Rolf Louis discusses the power of systems and automation in creating a sustainable architecture practice. Drawing on insights from experts like Peter Drucker, Tim Ferriss, and David Allen, he shares practical strategies for automating client communication, project management, and finances, all while encouraging listeners to think deeply about the future of their practice. For help with automation Superstarchitect
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In this episode of Architects Who Win, we dive into the art of crafting proposals that resonate with clients and win their trust. Host Rolf Louis discusses the importance of clarity, value, and alignment in proposals, drawing insights from thought leaders like Simon Sinek, Peter Drucker, and Maya Angelou. With practical tips and reflective questions, this episode will help you transform your proposals from mere documents into powerful tools for building lasting client relationships. Visit Supertarchitect for ressources.
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In this episode of Architects Who Win, Rolf Louis dives into the topic of scope creep—when clients ask for more work than initially agreed upon. He shares practical tips for setting boundaries, adjusting fees, and using change orders to maintain control. Drawing from personal experiences and expert advice, this episode offers strategies to help architects protect their time, communicate clearly, and ensure every project remains profitable and on track. With insights on pricing, transparency, and negotiation, this episode equips architects with tools to manage expanding project scopes confidently.
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In this extended episode of Architects Who Win, Rolf Louis dives deep into the essential mindset shift from designer to business owner. He discusses the importance of systems, pricing strategies, delegation, and aligning projects with long-term vision. Drawing on insights from thought leaders like Peter Drucker, Steve Jobs, and Blair Enns, this episode offers practical advice for architects ready to transition from working in the business to working on it. This is a conversation about moving beyond creativity to build a practice that truly supports your goals.
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In this episode of Architects Who Win, Rolf Louis explores the power of saying no to clients and projects that don’t align with your practice's goals and values. Drawing on lessons from both personal experience and insights from figures like Warren Buffett and Steve Jobs, Rolf highlights how rejecting the wrong clients can create space for better opportunities. He offers practical advice on identifying when to say no and how doing so positions architects for long-term success and fulfillment. This episode is a reminder that growth often begins with clarity—and that clarity sometimes means turning things down.
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In this episode of Architects Who Win, Rolf Louis dives into the topic of intellectual property rights in architecture. Discover why retaining ownership of your designs is crucial and how clear contracts can protect your creative vision. With insights into licensing options, brand control, and practical contract tips, this episode offers actionable advice to help architects secure their work and build a sustainable practice.
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In this episode of Architects Who Win, Rolf Louis explores how asking thoughtful questions and listening deeply can elevate your architectural practice. Drawing from personal stories, quotes from experts like Daniel Libeskind and insights from The Coaching Habit, this episode dives into the importance of staying curious, slowing down, and uncovering what truly matters to your clients. Discover how great questions can unlock creative solutions and build stronger relationships, not just with clients, but with your entire team.
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In this episode of Architects Who Win, Rolf Louis breaks down how offering discounts could be quietly undermining your business. If you’ve ever felt compelled to lower your fees to win a project, this episode will make you think twice. Learn how discounting sends the wrong message about your value and how to shift toward a pricing strategy that works for you and your clients. With practical tips on tiered pricing, value-based offers, and why even helping friends should reflect your value, this episode equips you to build a profitable, sustainable practice.
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In this episode, host Rolf Louis explores the benefits of being a specialist versus a generalist in architecture, focusing on how niching down can lead to higher fees. By solving more expensive and complex problems, specialists are able to command premium rates, making them highly sought-after in their niche markets. Through real-life examples and a dash of humor, architects are encouraged to reflect on their own careers and consider the financial advantages of specialization.
Host: Rolf Louis
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In this episode, we explore how architects use design as a superpower to solve problems. From famous examples like Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater to everyday constraints like zoning laws, we discuss how turning challenges into opportunities can lead to creative, functional, and impactful designs. Architects who embrace problem-solving through design set themselves apart and create lasting success in their careers.
Host: Rolf Louis
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