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It's not enough to be a sustainability expert, you need to be able to drive innovation AND its adoption. My guest Kristin Kahle aka the Great Convener shares her tips on bringing diverse thinkers and industries together to promote well being for all. Educate others to get buy in for trying new things, especially in industries where risk avoidance is common. Evaluate solutions based on what is constructable and maintainable. Don't underestimate the power of focus groups to understand true pain points Evaluate products based on Supply chain integrity Recycled content/recyclability Reduction of construction waste Ability to reconfigure/adapt as space needs change Little or no disruption to adjacent spaces Shortens construction schedule Conserves natural resources Allows coordination with municipality or utility to reduce infrastructure loads to non peak times Leverage your network to get the POV of adjacent industries CONTACT KRISTIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristin-kahle-738630b/ https://www.whitehallmfg.com/   💡Give Architecting a Google review- be sure to name the episode! https://g.page/r/CVYGVmEtsUjdEAI/review Stay Inspired, Angela Join the architecting community: YouTube, Instagram,  LinkedIn, Clubhouse, Facebook Interested in sponsoring a show or having me as a guest on your podcast or community? Stop here to get information. Into/outro music Alive by Richard Wasson Copyright 2019

Invisible labor is everywhere—at work, at home, and especially in high-achieving environments. It’s the extra effort no one assigns but everyone expects. The problem? The moment you stop doing it, the narrative shifts. Suddenly you’re “difficult,” “needy,” or “not a team player.” If you’ve ever felt trapped in a cycle of overgiving, this conversation will help you step out of it—strategically. – The psychological and social backlash when you stop overgiving – How behavioral patterns reinforce these expectations – Practical ways to set boundaries without damaging your reputation   There is a difference between feeling wanted and being valued. Your own behavioral patterns, often an attempt to seem easy to get along with or agreeable set you up to reinforce extra expectations for work that goes unrewarded. Illuminate the invisible: List everything you do behind the scenes that keeps things running smoothly. Share the time it takes and the way it positively impacts outcomes. Focus on delegating the whole task, including the invisible parts of it so others appreciate the true effort involved. Set boundaries - you are not responsible for dragging others across the finish line or for compliance with warped definitions of leadership or psychological safety. Wanting credit for what you do is not presumptuous. Deserved elevation of your authority or title signals that you and your work are taken seriously. 💡Give Architecting a Google review- be sure to name the episode! https://g.page/r/CVYGVmEtsUjdEAI/review Stay Inspired, Angela Join the architecting community: YouTube, Instagram,  LinkedIn, Clubhouse, Facebook Interested in sponsoring a show or having me as a guest on your podcast or community? Stop here to get information. Into/outro music Alive by Richard Wasson Copyright 2019

Feeling more done than an overcooked steak? Being burned out and exhausted happens when the work you're doing isn't feeling purposeful to you. So why do you keep doing it? My guest Yaritza Baez is an entrepreneurship coach who helps you unlock the courage to get out of your comfort zone and design the life (and career) you're meant to have. We often hold ourselves back out of fear of losing things we think bring us security. Being complacent in your comfort zone keeps you stuck When you really unpack the idea that you don't have time to get clarity and lay the foundations for your next step, it's usually about having the courage to take the next step. Once you find your purpose, the risk will be worth it Your success isn't really credible unless there are a few failures behind it to prove you really understand what works and why. Once you start generating, start delegating CONNECT WITH YARITZA https://www.yaritzabaez.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/yaritzabaez-business-growth-strategist/   💡Give Architecting a Google review- be sure to name the episode! https://g.page/r/CVYGVmEtsUjdEAI/review Stay Inspired, Angela Join the architecting community: YouTube, Instagram,  LinkedIn, Clubhouse, Facebook Interested in sponsoring a show or having me as a guest on your podcast or community? Stop here to get information. Into/outro music Alive by Richard Wasson Copyright 2019

Nothing improves with stagnancy, least of all your career. Whether you are looking to grow a skill set, get a promotion or look for a new career opportunity, the same key questions apply. My guest, Michelle Schafer is a seasoned career coach with amazing advice to help you quantum leap in your career. Before heading into an interview or performance review consider these key questions: What energizes you? What drains you? What do you value? What transferable skills do you have? What are your non-negotiables? Take responsibility for your own career development Know your priorities and be prepared to discuss them. If you're told you're not experienced enough, ask how you can get the experience you need Leverage your network, especially second degree connections to learn more Always come to a meeting with an ask CONNECT WITH MICHELLE: https://mschafercoaching.ca/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleschafercoaching/ Free dowload: https://mschafercoaching.ca/cultivatingcareergrowth/ 💡Give Architecting a Google review- be sure to name the episode! https://g.page/r/CVYGVmEtsUjdEAI/review Stay Inspired, Angela Join the architecting community: YouTube, Instagram,  LinkedIn, Clubhouse, Facebook Interested in sponsoring a show or having me as a guest on your podcast or community? Stop here to get information. Into/outro music Alive by Richard Wasson Copyright 2019

You stayed late again. You fixed the thing no one else could figure out. You stepped in because it was “just easier if you handled it.” At work, this dynamic has a predictable outcome: The most capable person becomes the default problem solver, emotional buffer, and extra pair of hands. In this episode, you'll learn how to spot weaponized incompetence in your team and yourself and how to overcome it. Common causes: Fear of failure- you assume that you’re supposed to know how to do something and instead of asking for help try to avoid being asked to do it at all (a growth mindset problem) Perfectionism – You think you have to have hit certain achievement milestones to be ready. You keep putting your success in the future Fear of success – if you take this on and do well at it will it lead to more assignments like this- you don’t want to get pigeonholed for doing a task you don’t love or suddenly find yourself overwhelmed with work or seen as the person who can be dumped on last minute (a boundary problem) Procrastination – this is the “lazy” or inertia trap. You hide behind being too busy to avoid having to take any real career risk Passive Aggressive acting out- you disagree with the assignment and don’t want to do it, but don’t want to take a stand either. The Fix Catch when someone or yourself is using some version of “I don’t know how” to avoid doing something. If they say I don’t know but I’m willing to learn, that’s one thing, but if they have no interest in moving towards competence, that’s the red flag. Have a conversation about what specifically the person doesn’t know how to do or feel comfortable doing.  Discuss a plan for them to get the training or resources they need. Can they work with someone the first few times etc. Create psychological safety- do everything you can to minimize uncertainty Get the Perfectionism Trap: https://architectingpodcast.com/index.php/perfectionismtrap/   💡Give Architecting a Google review- be sure to name the episode! https://g.page/r/CVYGVmEtsUjdEAI/review Stay Inspired, Angela Join the architecting community: YouTube, Instagram,  LinkedIn, Clubhouse, Facebook Interested in sponsoring a show or having me as a guest on your podcast or community? Stop here to get information. Into/outro music Alive by Richard Wasson Copyright 2019

This year, International Women's Day is focusing on all the ways women need to invest in themselves and each other,  My guest Mindy Goodroe shares her story of a career spent making big moves, being a catalyst for other leaders, and honoring your priorities.  Dream big- it's about making a series of small decisions and taking action Don't make yourself wrong. You're not here to fit in someone else's mold. Get clear on your strengths, you don't have to be great at everything Ask for what you need- every experience is giving you the tools for your next step. Be generous with your time- remember you don't have to do everything, sometimes being the catalyst is enough. Make big, bold career moves. CONTACT MINDY https://www.linkedin.com/in/mindy-goodroe-aia-acha-leed-ap-edac-lssyb-285523/   💡Give Architecting a Google review- be sure to name the episode! https://g.page/r/CVYGVmEtsUjdEAI/review Stay Inspired, Angela Join the architecting community: YouTube, Instagram,  LinkedIn, Clubhouse, Facebook Interested in sponsoring a show or having me as a guest on your podcast or community? Stop here to get information. Into/outro music Alive by Richard Wasson Copyright 2019

The AEC industry is overdue for an upgrade. My guest Hacia Atherton explains why continuing to operate on a model rooted in the industrial revolution is undermining our firms, our culture, and our value — especially for women. Learn what it's really costing to operate inside a system that was never designed for the complexity of today’s work. Effective leaders know that everyone at every experience level has value to add. They also know that they don't know everything We need to switch from a competitive model to a co-creative model where every stakeholder has a role in informing and improving culture and process. Most DEI programs get is wrong by not focusing on the pillars of psychological well being are autonomy, confidence and sense of belonging. Every interaction should be seen as a value exchange where the power dynamics are level. Reframe failures to find the growth opportunity. Trying to prove yourself or perform only erodes trust and authenticity When a firm is clear on its values, you can have a different conversation with clients about your worth. CONTACT HACIA: https://www.haciaatherton.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/haciaatherton/   💡Give Architecting a Google review- be sure to name the episode! https://g.page/r/CVYGVmEtsUjdEAI/review Stay Inspired, Angela Join the architecting community: YouTube, Instagram,  LinkedIn, Clubhouse, Facebook Interested in sponsoring a show or having me as a guest on your podcast or community? Stop here to get information. Into/outro music Alive by Richard Wasson Copyright 2019

Your workday is filled with mundane tasks that drain your time and energy. Plus, doing less than top of license work is hardly a great financial strategy. But is AI really the solution? My guest Peter Swimm of Toilville gives you the lowdown on why open AI is just a time suck rife with hallucinations. Listen in to learn how a bespoke conversational AI system will solve your unique problems better and  relieve your cognitive burden in the process. If your AI platform isn't aligned with your process it's not going to produce much that's reliable or of value. Since AI is predictive based on the process it is designed for, anything that deviates will lead to hallucinations. That's why creative firms whose processes are more complex and have more variables need a customized model. Don't abdicate your responsibilities to AI, use it as a tool to accomplish repetitive, low skill tasks based on the process you define.  More software never makes people more productive, simplify instead of over-complicating. The questions you ask determine the solutions available to you. Effective problem solving and design requires a true understanding of the client's pain points. These "desire lines" can be overlooked when solutions are generated too quickly and an error was made in the early stages of the process. CONTACT PETER: https://www.toilville.com/ [email protected]   💡Give Architecting a Google review- be sure to name the episode! https://g.page/r/CVYGVmEtsUjdEAI/review Stay Inspired, Angela Join the architecting community: YouTube, Instagram,  LinkedIn, Clubhouse, Facebook Interested in sponsoring a show or having me as a guest on your podcast or community? Stop here to get information. Into/outro music Alive by Richard Wasson Copyright 2019

Attending a conference is not a passive learning experience. In this episode, I walk you through the pre-work needed to show up string and build your subject matter expertise street cred using social media.  Look at attendee list especially speakers who are subject matter experts in something you want to develop- connect with them on social media Come up with one good question to ask for each session you plan to attend Make sure to follow the conference and event organization on social media and note any conference hashtags.  Decide on your own set of SME hashtags. If you see a speaker or the event positing anything about content you flagged as of interest, leave a comment saying why you can’t wait to attend! Make sure you attend networking events Take a photo of the speaker or a slide they present and post a thoughtful insight about it. Use the conference and SME hashtags but also tag the host organization and the speaker Remember just choosing to attend the event call you out as someone associated with the issues represented by the conference  ACCESS THE CONFERENCE PLAYLIST: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/18VqQmcWWNP4OdobLSeNZz?si=7NGW-l0IS5C2LMj_DOwQ2g  GET THE NETWORKING GUIDE: https://architectingpodcast.com/index.php/networking/ 💡Give Architecting a Google review- be sure to name the episode! https://g.page/r/CVYGVmEtsUjdEAI/review Stay Inspired, Angela Join the architecting community: YouTube, Instagram,  LinkedIn, Clubhouse, Facebook Interested in sponsoring a show or having me as a guest on your podcast or community? Stop here to get information. Into/outro music Alive by Richard Wasson Copyright 2019

Most people think they're burned out because of what they have to do. They're missing a huge contributor when they don't also look at where they do it. In this episode, Garrett Wood shares neuroscience based insights on how the built environment can impact productivity, executive function, cognitive presence and energy levels.  The world is biased towards a sensory setpoint that was deemed "normal." Unfortunately, most people don't match this setpoint. An environment filled with sensory micro-stressors adds an extra stress load. Spaces that overwhelm even one sense can fragment your attention and generally require you to give more effort than the task should require. Environmental sensitivity is not an introvert/extrovert thing. We often give energetic pushes to meet a deadline but fail to give ourselves recovery time making the workplace ground zero for stress and burnout. A sign of burnout is going into energy conservation mode where we can't seem to resist things like binge watching or doom scrolling because our brain needs a break. CONTACT GARRETT: https://www.gnosistherapy.com/ [email protected] https://www.linkedin.com/in/gnosistherapy/   Sign up for the Leadership Challenge: https://architectingpodcast.com/index.php/leadershipchallenge/ 💡Give Architecting a Google review- be sure to name the episode! https://g.page/r/CVYGVmEtsUjdEAI/review Stay Inspired, Angela Join the architecting community: YouTube, Instagram,  LinkedIn, Clubhouse, Facebook Interested in sponsoring a show or having me as a guest on your podcast or community? Stop here to get information. Into/outro music Alive by Richard Wasson Copyright 2019

It might sound crazy, but thinking and strategizing are often not the best ways to solve problems, make life decisions, connect with others or navigate the workplace. My guest Owen Marcus is a noted psychologist whose work applies the science of somatics to combat stress and the resulting dissociation with our body. Listen in to learn more about how to develop healthier life patterns, unlock your productivity and be better guided by your intuition to the choices that are best for you. The dissociation or stress becomes a default setting over time, making us feel more and more isolated from the people in our lives. Developing connection and quality relationships relies on establishing clear goals, boundaries and giving yourself agency. We are all intuitive, but have stopped listening to the somatic signals it give us. Addictions can arise from a lack of healthy connectivity Toxic masculinity and a culture of codependency in the workplace has had negative impacts for men and women. Communicating and connecting better can over come this and lead to higher performing teams. CONTACT OWEN: [email protected] https://meld.community/ Sign up for the Leadership Challenge: https://architectingpodcast.com/index.php/leadershipchallenge/ 💡Give Architecting a Google review- be sure to name the episode! https://g.page/r/CVYGVmEtsUjdEAI/review Stay Inspired, Angela Join the architecting community: YouTube, Instagram,  LinkedIn, Clubhouse, Facebook Interested in sponsoring a show or having me as a guest on your podcast or community? Stop here to get information. Into/outro music Alive by Richard Wasson Copyright 2019

You can't make career power moves if you give all your power to others. Gatekeepers who will mirror you inner doubts and tell you exactly why you are both too much and not enough to get that next big opportunity. It's time to shine the light on the sneaky ways they get away with it and start moving towards the career you know you were meant to have. Gatekeeping- the attempt to control who gets access to resources and opportunities is the ultimate power play - if you allow other people to define you. No one can play on insecurities you don't have. Get clear on what you want, know that you deserve it even if you have to work to get all the qualifications, and give yourself permission to take action toward achieving it. Make a plan with a clear timeline and communicate it to others so expectations are aligned. Make your own opportunities instead of waiting for ones to be given to you at your current job. Leverage professional organizations and your network to proactively get the skills and experience you need. Don't make assumptions. ask for explanations. Have the hard talks about what you want, why you want it and what you need to do to get it.   Gatekeeping red flags: bad fit, toxic behavior, moving the goalposts, vague criticism that doesn't match the facts. Sign up for the Leadership Challenge: https://architectingpodcast.com/index.php/leadershipchallenge/ 💡Give Architecting a Google review- be sure to name the episode! https://g.page/r/CVYGVmEtsUjdEAI/review Stay Inspired, Angela Join the architecting community: YouTube, Instagram,  LinkedIn, Clubhouse, Facebook Interested in sponsoring a show or having me as a guest on your podcast or community? Stop here to get information. Into/outro music Alive by Richard Wasson Copyright 2019

Meeting resistance (from others and within ourselves) with curiosity is your career superpower. My guest Dan Tocchini deep dives into what resistance is really telling you and how to leverage it to build teams that produce creative solutions. Every interaction is a design challenge to create psychological safety - get to the why with each team member. We are hardwired with two mandates: stay alive and conserve energy. This is translated to us as looking good, feeling good, being right and staying in control. When we don't have any of these factors, we go into resistance. Criticism, contempt, stonewalling or defensiveness are the ways we protect ourselves from perceived threats. Envy and competition show up when an individual feels threatened by th excellence of others. Creativity is about having an opinion. Design is about refining your field of options. All new possibility presents itself as a threat at first, so you have to release attachment to those opinions. Preparing others to lead and succession planning are signs of a healthy work culture where excellence is celebrated not feared. Sign up for the Leadership Challenge: https://architectingpodcast.com/index.php/leadershipchallenge/   Connect with Dan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dantocchini/ https://takenewground.com/ 💡Give Architecting a Google review- be sure to name the episode! https://g.page/r/CVYGVmEtsUjdEAI/review Stay Inspired, Angela Join the architecting community: YouTube, Instagram,  LinkedIn, Clubhouse, Facebook Interested in sponsoring a show or having me as a guest on your podcast or community? Stop here to get information. Into/outro music Alive by Richard Wasson Copyright 2019

Let's move into 2026 by stepping fully into our power. This means embracing choice (my word for the year) over control to get even more success on our own terms. Listen in to learn more about how leveraging choice ups your game from good to great without the burnout. Choose to celebrate the wins Choose to see the potential in every situation Choose to be more discerning and less concerned with people pleasing Choose to give up control and be open to possibilities Choose to let go of perfectionism and external validation Sign up for the Leadership Challenge: https://architectingpodcast.com/index.php/leadershipchallenge/ 💡Give Architecting a Google review- be sure to name the episode! https://g.page/r/CVYGVmEtsUjdEAI/review Stay Inspired, Angela Join the architecting community: YouTube, Instagram,  LinkedIn, Clubhouse, Facebook Interested in sponsoring a show or having me as a guest on your podcast or community? Stop here to get information. Into/outro music Alive by Richard Wasson Copyright 2019

Newsflash: predictable structures are collapsing. The old if/then models don't work, especially around your career path. Jillian Reilly, author of The Ten Permissions shares her research and insights on how to be come mentally fit to navigate a world where change and unpredictability are the new normal.  We all have conscious and unconscious limits around what we feel we are allowed to do or be. Navigating change begins with giving yourself permission to go beyond what you view as your limits. The old paradigm of "the way" which comes from a fixed and predictable structures has fallen. To be successful in today's fluid world, you need to get clear on what is "your way." Once you know what you want, you have to go out and create it. Start with micro-challenges and low consequence actions. Build mental fitness like you would physical fitness. Leverage spatial cues to place yourself in environments that give you permission, empower you and provide agency. Contact Jillian: https://tenpermissions.com/ 💡Give Architecting a Google review- be sure to name the episode! https://g.page/r/CVYGVmEtsUjdEAI/review Stay Inspired, Angela Join the architecting community: YouTube, Instagram,  LinkedIn, Clubhouse, Facebook Interested in sponsoring a show or having me as a guest on your podcast or community? Stop here to get information. Into/outro music Alive by Richard Wasson Copyright 2019