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What you wear says a lot about you. My guests Danielle McCormick and Abigail Saunders discuss how to build a professional wardrobe with statement and anchor pieces that convey confidence. Whether the day calls for Business Professional, Business Casual or Construction Site, you'll know exactly how to leverage your wardrobe as a design tool to show up the way you want to be seen. Learn about the downloadable guide they developed for AIA DC Women In Architecture Committee and get your copy today. Dress to convey your personality but without your clothes or accessories drawing focus away from you. Professional presence isn't following a dress code. For women in architecture, what you wear influences how you communicate your expertise, show up as a leader, and make an impression with clients, colleagues, and emerging professionals. Find statement pieces that can are part of your signature look that can be included for any setting. Dress for your life stage, but with a nod to your next career aspiration. Women have far more choices—and judgments—to navigate around professional appearance. Balance style with comfort so that you can do things like stand all day in your shoes.  WIA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aiadc.wia LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aiadcwia Website (1-Page guides on the landing page including “Professional Presence for Working Women Guide”: https://aiadcwia.wixsite.com/aiadcwia DANIELLE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/preservitect LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielleymccormick/  💡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 care about community and environmental health. If only you could incorporate more sustainable and resilient strategies into your projects. My guest Christina Sanborn talks about why the struggle is real and provides actionable tactics to meet clients where they are, leverage their existing infrastructure and stretch everyone's comfort zone.  Saying "How might we?" instead of "How can we?" takes the conversation past barriers and talks about what's possible. Curiosity is where Innovation happens. Invite more people, and ask more questions. Help clients answer the questions what do I do about it and how do I do that responsibly within the constraints I have to find opportunities in a specific institution or a specific context Think about sustainable solutions within the lifecycle of infrastructure. Rather than replace something that might be operable for many more years, create a timeline for investigating alternatives that can replace it at the end of its life. This helps clients have a stake in finding the solution and gives them years to get comfortable with change before they have to make it. Climate resilience has to do with our community's resilience, our institution's resilience, which is directly impacted by climate crises. It impacts the community, the workforce, the supply chain, our clients. CONTACT CHRISTINA: https://www.mazzetti.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinavernonsanborn/ 💡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

Does the thought of making small talk make you break out in hives? Does your mind blank when you have to give an elevator pitch? Make these moments a thing of the past by incorporating storytelling strategies. When you give yourself a role, it all gets easier.  My guest Lee Schneider shares his top strategies to make memorable and authentic connections. People remember stories more than facts, they build connection and establish, belonging, authority and trust. Talking about what matters to you makes it matter to others because they resonate with your why. Use your why to develop your archetypal character. Include your clients as the plot unfolds so they feel like part of the story. Always have a goal and a role to play in every encounter. Use this to build a story, read the room and let your clients see how you can help them unlock their ideas. Begin with a bold statement and then provide proof as the payoff for listening. Narratives are not always word based- think about how you can show themes and the ability to lead someone through an experience in the built environment. CONTACT LEE: https://www.redcupagency.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

If you believe in your creative talent, you need to be willing to invest in being seen. You don't make an impact if no one knows what you can do. My guest Shiloh Rodriguez in a music composer who has made a dent in the talent saturated entertainment seen. Listen in to learn what risks he takes and how it pays off. Success isn't about being the most talented, but the most willing to be seen Know your brand and be willing to work on developing it with investment projects when you can't through paid work. Out yourself out there and stand for something so you can be found by the right audience. Convert that awareness to real life interactions. When you do what you love, you will do anything to share it with the world. Be ready for the opportunity so you can say yes! When you know what you are capable of, it would be wrong not to pursue it.  CONTACT SHILOH: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shiloh-rodriguez-6688ab1b2/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shilohrodriguez/?hl=en 💡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 work hard- but are you working smart?  Being a detail oriented superstar without also seeing the meta level issues can lead to a whole lot of effort and energy being spent with way too little impact. It's essential to question the premise and identify hidden restrictions that are based on collective assumptions not reality Move from addressing symptoms to targeting the root cause  Look for the patterns for clues about what the real issues are Focus on detail first isn't a path to quality, it's a path to myopia It costs a lot of energy, effort and time to solve any problem - make sure you advance what is important instead of maintaining the status quo.   💡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

If you've looked at someone successful and wondered if that could ever be you, then listen in. Not only can it be- it should be. My guest Chase Miller talks about the mid-career challenge of saying yes to opportunities without getting overwhelmed.  No one will raise your hand for you. It isn't about being the most qualified, but the most willing. Those who take action have an impact. You won't know your strengths until you test your weaknesses by being willing to try new things. The beginner's mind see what the expert overlooks. Competition fuels comparisons and a focus on lack. Collaboration elevates an builds on knowledge. Empowering people to make decisions based on priorities and knowing the consequences is what helps them make the best decision for them Acknowledge your humanity- it makes you relatable not unreliable. We trust the people closest to us to be honest even when they deliver tough information. CONTACT CHASE LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chase-h-miller/https://www.linkedin.com/in/athenabrownsonrealtor/ The Architecture of Healing Podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-architecture-of-healing/id1847867744 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7KWpIKnnyQF6tTHgH5T7Tb?si=FTIpuIyqT3KkCUsoordfBA YouTube:   💡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're familiar with the idea of "work hard, play hard." It makes sense that you need to burn through all the adrenaline of a stress response. But what about the aftermath? In this episode, my guest Athena Brownson and I discuss the real consequences of life on the fast paced success treadmill and why it's getting you nowhere but sick and exhausted. Learn the secrets of radical self care and how they empower you to be successful on your terms instead of busy and exhausted. Self care means knowing that if you can't show up for yourself, you can't really be there for family, friends or clients either. Plan your week by scheduling your wellness needs first and make that time non-negotiable. You can free up your schedule by empowering your team. Use them as success resources that allow you to have freedom to do what you do best while also making your wellness a priority. Success is not your career accomplishments, it's your wellbeing. Without it, you can't do the work you're meant to do. Trying to live a high energy life out of a low energy body requires deliberate allocation of your time. Where will that investment have the highest payoff?  I you are so busy chasing accolades and approval, you are losing your identity to the work while believing that exhaustion is the only way to get ahead. CONTACT ATHENA LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/athenabrownsonrealtor/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athenabrownsonrealtor_/   💡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

Architecture is the ultimate influencer. Everyone is immersed in it everyday. Unfortunately, many environments we see as normal are not the kind of places where we should be hanging out. My guest Danish Kurani shares strategies to democratize good design. When people understand how design choices shape health, performance, and human connection, they recognize the true value of architecture. If architects want to design great spaces, we have to do a better job explaining to people why they matter. There is a Machine of Bad Design that has commoditized design for everyday life while isolating the work of architects consisting of media, retail, real estate and developers. Buildings should support our activities and enhance our life, not be something filled with hidden forces we have to overcome. We might have a problem of too much individual space and not enough community space. Real architecture solves real problems for real people. GET THE BOOK: https://danishkurani.com/book-the-spaces-that-make-us/ CONTACT DANISH: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danishkurani/ Web: https://danishkurani.com work with him: https://Kurani.us   💡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

Success shouldn't feel like struggle. Listen in to learn how to remove friction from your day to day. Success on your terms is regenerative, meaning the things you do give you energy, and by doing them, you continue to be more successful. Listen in to learn how. There is a difference between performative productivity and regenerative momentum Ease increases adaptability, creativity, and innovation. Ease comes from caring less about anything not directly moving you forward. All truths are true, meaning you can disagree, still assume positive intent, and keep your momentum. That can;t happen when you are concerned about protecting, defending or proving yourself. Be like water, flow around obstacles instead of stagnating LEARN ABOUT STRESSLESS SUCCESS: https://architectingpodcast.com/index.php/stressless/   💡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

Enough with the LinkedIn mugshots! Photographer Chris Gillett talks about why your head shot is a digital handshake - and how to finally get one that has the main character vibe you want. Listen in for all the best tips including which poses to avoid and how to hire a photographer. Being able to see yourself photographed in a way you haven't before makes you more comfortable showing up that way IRL. There is a difference between a portrait and a head shot - learn it as well as when to use each effectively. Always consider the why for taking the head shot. Your head shot should make you appear confident and likable - and that is communicated through two specific facial features. Consider the shelf life of your head shot so you know when to re-shoot Get expert tips on how to find the right head shot photographer Your company website might be sending theses wrong messages with staff photos. CONTACT CHRIS: https://liketherazor.com/about/   💡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'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