Matthew Jackson studied Architecture in 2007 and moved away from mainstream Architecture into project management and business development for BIMobject, a technology-driven digital company whose mission is to digitalise construction for a sustainable future. In this episode, Matthew and I discuss what it is like to move away from traditional Architecture and work in a digital startup that goes through exponential growth, moving away from the UK for a life in Sweden, the industry's challenges wit...
Aug 10, 2021•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 91
Karen Fugle is someone who I admire that focuses on leadership and career coaching for architects, designers, construction professionals and their organisations after having worked in the construction industry for over 25years. Join us to discuss the trials and tribulations of a career in Architecture, the joys of coaching, the online and offline world (real-life!), overcoming difficult times and the power of experimentation. "Hello! Having worked in the construction industry for over 25years, I...
Aug 04, 2021•52 min•Ep. 90
I am thrilled to kickstart our second season (woohoo!) of the Architecture Social's podcast with a resident host of the Architecture Social's community forum, Benjamin Champion. While Ben is a fantastic Architect at Sheehan Nagle Hartray Associates, he also happens to be a technology enthusiast and the gamemaster of our Dungeon and Dragons group on the Architecture Social. Join Ben and me in a no-holds-barred conversation about everything and anything as well as his motives to run for the RIBA C...
Jul 27, 2021•53 min•Ep. 89
Do you go into meetings feeling stressed and anxious about the thought of someone asking you a question? Do you leave wishing you had just plucked up the courage to say what you needed? It's time to start showing up authentically with confidence and intention so you can start to make the impact you really want instead of hiding in the corner. Stephen Drew and Tara Cull are excited to be back again with Emma Wainer from Speaking at Work to discuss preparing for meetings and challenging conversati...
Jul 08, 2021•59 min•Ep. 88
The Architect's Shelf is a space for discussion, exploration, and debate on all things architecture and design on the Architecture Social, set up by Nylda from The Architectural Experiment and Emily Foster. "We got the opportunity to interview Sarah Lebner, the award-winning Principal Architect at Light House Architecture and Science who is also behind my first archi job and the author of 101 Things I Didn't Learn in Architecture School (And Wish I'd Known Before) on our first book in the Launch...
Jun 15, 2021•48 min•Ep. 87
It's an awesome feeling to accept a new job offer! Ahead of you are new opportunities in your next job, the only problem is now you have to hand in your notice period with your current employer. Nightmare! Handing your notice period doesn't have to be stressful or emotionally exhausting for you and your employer. Actually, if you get it right you can leave on the best of terms and keep a great professional relationship. Join me (Stephen Drew from the Architecture Social and Ackroyd Lowrie), Tara...
Jun 15, 2021•55 min•Ep. 86
Words are powerful. More powerful than you think. With the words we choose to use, we have the power to stand out amongst the rest. In a competitive job market, how can we make small changes on a CV to make more of an impact? It’s all the small things you do that add up to a big impact. Let's discuss how the language we use on our CV - the structure, the power words: verbs & adjectives, and how to quantify your achievements using language that potential employers need and want to hear. Let's...
Jun 15, 2021•53 min•Ep. 85
On this week's episode of the Architecture Social Podcast, my guest is the fantastic Stephen Glands who is Director of the Architecture Team at the recruitment consultancy Macdonald & Company. Stephen and I both worked together for over three years, the perception of a recruitment consultant is not always glowing - however, I admired Stephen Glands' candid and helpful approach to finding the right position for people mid-career onwards. In our conversation, Stephen shares valuable insight in...
Jun 14, 2021•32 min•Ep. 84
There are many reasons why people find it difficult to discuss salaries, especially with your current employer. Most of us do not want to be seen as greedy and make them think we're unhappy or ungrateful. But, if you do not have tough conversations with your employer then how are they going to understand your thoughts, ambitions and worth? Learn how to take responsibility, establish a career trajectory with goals and gain control of your salary in negotiations with your current employer. See you...
Jun 07, 2021•54 min•Ep. 83
Stephen Drew worked in the Architecture Industry for 4 years and has since 2014 recruited for renowned Architecture Practices at the top of their game such as Zaha Hadid, Heatherwick Studios, Hawkins/Brown, Gensler, Skidmore Owings and Merrill. An important part of the recruitment process for Architecture Practices is finding someone who can use the software they use and add value by introducing new skills and knowledge to the office. Here are his thoughts on what Architecture Software you need ...
May 24, 2021•12 min•Ep. 82
Evelyn Lee, FAIA, is the first-ever Senior Experience Designer at Slack Technologies , Founder of the Practice of Architecture , and Co-Host on the Podcast, Practice Disrupted . Lee seamlessly integrates her business and architecture background with a qualitative and quantitative focus to build a better experience for organization’s employees, clients, and guests. Evelyn received her Bachelor of Architecture degree with honors in 2002 from Drury University where she minored in Global Studies whi...
May 19, 2021•55 min•Ep. 81
Andy Shaw is a Dubai-based architect and educator, elected to the role of chairperson for the RIBA Gulf chapter in January 2020. Currently working as a managing partner at AMA on Dubai Harbour Master projects and other cultural government agency projects throughout UAE. Join us to discuss what it is like to move from the United Kingdom to a new life in the Middle East as well as what it is like to teach while running a business. 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with conten...
May 03, 2021•52 min•Ep. 80
Gabriel Chek is the creator behind the popular Instagram blog @archlogbook and the new @archloggers course. At the time of our conversation, I was in between renovating my house! We still had a great chat about his passion for helping architects gain clarity and confidence in their careers and life, setting up new courses as well as working on confidential military projects in practice. MI5, I was only asking about the projects Gabriel works on for the audience, don't add me to the suspect list....
May 01, 2021•38 min•Ep. 79
Is it appropriate or should you ask about equality and diversity? Perhaps you are wondering what types of questions are appropriate to find out how a company supports inclusion and diversity? What are the right questions to ask so you know you’ll be supported for the long term? How can you be more courageous to know what to share about your own experiences, history and culture? If you’ve asked yourself any of these questions then you’re not alone. These questions come up on a daily basis in coac...
Apr 28, 2021•59 min•Ep. 78
At the beginning of March, I sat down virtually with Lisa Raynes from Pride Road Architects to learn more about her practice Pride Road Architects. Lisa is a RIBA Chartered Architect and set up Raynes Architecture in 2010. She founded Manchester Curious in 2015 and has now set up Pride Road, the Architectural Practice Franchise. Join our informal podcast interview and learn more about Lisa's practice 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, ...
Apr 28, 2021•33 min•Ep. 77
Are you struggling to know how to make your cover letter stand out from the crowd of stock standard templates? Over the years, we have seen many covering letters and introductory emails which grab the readers attention, and those that are forgettable. Don't be forgotten! Join Tara Cull ✨ ESL Coachfrom ArchiEnglish, Will Ridgway from Macdonald & Company as well as Stephen Drew discuss our top tips to make and impact and help you avoid the biggest mistakes we see with cover letters. Find out h...
Apr 25, 2021•52 min•Ep. 76
It was fantastic to be a guest on Angela Mazzi's podcast, you can check out the original podcast and other episodes here: http://architectingpodcast.com/ "Future practicing is all about playing the long game. Making investments in your career today that will pay big dividends. My guest Stephen Drew is an architect turned industry recruiter. Steve understands the importance of overcoming competition and lack based thinking and has worked to form a supportive community called Architecture Social h...
Apr 18, 2021•36 min•Ep. 75
It happens to the best of us, sometimes it feels like you are not getting anywhere or perhaps you don't know where to begin. So how do you stay motivated, get organised and perform at your most? I have a few ideas however I am lucky enough to be joined by Sana Tabassum who is the productivity engine and creator of the arch-community :scale as well as the organised and impressive Tara Cull Landscape Architect and English Teacher. 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with conten...
Apr 15, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 74
It's the big day, it's an interview! You've probably thought and practiced a lot about what you are going to say verbally in the interview, but did you realise that the body has its own language as well? So much of what we communicate is through body language, the tone of our voice as well as the actual words that are spoken. Listen to the recording of Tara Cull from ArchiEnglish, Emma Wainer from Speaking at Work as well as Stephen Drew on a round-the-table virtual conversation. 📐 The Architec...
Apr 14, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 73
So it's the big day! Last week we discussed how to get ready for the interview and stack the odds in your favor when presenting, however, it's just as important to tweak the document as well. I've spoken to a friend who is an Architect and also a hirer himself for further insight, so join us and learn how to design and present an important document in your online interview. 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd an...
Apr 11, 2021•40 min•Ep. 72
So you got an interview with an Architecture Practice online? Well done! We've learned the hard way this year what makes an awesome Architecture Interview online as well as what makes a forgettable or frustrating experience for the interviewer. You don't want to be that interview right? No problem, join us for your tips and tricks to impress in your online Interview. Full video can be found here: https://youtu.be/VNbIJe89lBg. 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content t...
Apr 10, 2021•40 min•Ep. 71
Just as Boris announced that children were going back to school, I was fortunate to speak with the fantastic Laura Simpkins, an experienced Architect and mother of 3 wonderful children. Join us to discuss Laura's career from working in large-scale Architecture Practices, growing a family, weathering the pandemic, giving piano lessons as well as working in the library. What I loved about our conversation was discussing the real-life journey and obstacles that we all face within Architecture as we...
Mar 21, 2021•47 min•Ep. 70
It's the second week of March! Join Stephen Drew & Will Ridgway to present the Architecture Social Show live on Youtube, Twitch, Linked In and Twitter this Wednesday at 1 pm! Watch the most interesting news and videos we have found online this week, learn about events you can attend in your underwear, check out our favourite projects amongst our unscripted chat and live debate with the audience! Bells, soundboards, honking horns and harmonicas at the ready. See you there! 📐 The Architecture...
Mar 10, 2021•44 min•Ep. 69
Last week we established how to make a strong CV, now it's the supporting act - the Architecture Portfolio. This important document needs to impress enough to seal the deal - so how do you make your portfolio stand out online and carry you through your interview with ease? Join us for our live workshop where you can participate while we review portfolio templates, reflect on our experience and impart some pearls of wisdom on what makes a punchy Architecture Portfolio that will make an impact. 📐...
Mar 09, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 68
It's the start of March! Join Stephen Drew & Will Ridgway present the Architecture Social Show live on Youtube, Twitch, LinkedIn and Twitter at Wednesday 1 pm! Watch the most interesting news and videos we have found online this week, learn about events you can attend in your underwear, check out our favourite projects amongst our unscripted chat and live debate with the audience! Bells, soundboards, honking horns and harmonicas at the ready. See you there! 📐 The Architecture Social is an o...
Mar 03, 2021•49 min•Ep. 67
Last year we asked on the Architecture Social "What makes a good Architecture CV?" It's a great question, an excellent Architecture should be easy to read, convey the right amount of information and be beautifully presented so that the reader is compelled to invite you for an interview. Join us for our live workshop where you can participate while we review CV templates, reflect on our experience and impart some pearls of wisdom on what makes an excellent Architecture CV. 📐 The Architecture Soc...
Mar 02, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 66
Stephen Drew from the Architecture Social was on the amazing 1:100 Podcast. Super fun and as always informative, you can check out the original recording on their channel here: https://anchor.fm/1to100podcast " Welcome back to Season 2! The theme for this season Understanding Architecture. So what does this mean? Well, that's completely up to you. This season is down to interpretation, with influence from designers, creatives and experts globally. What does architecture genuinely mean to you and...
Feb 28, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 65
Ever thought about what other routes architecture could take you? Join the discussion between Stephen Drew of Architecture Social and Karina Armanda, both of who have chosen an alternative path in the industry. Your Hosts: Stephen Drew & Karina Armanda. 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level 💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com...
Feb 27, 2021•1 hr•Ep. 64
"Welcome to Discussed It, a Podcast Where We Discuss a Little About a Lot. The Podcast is hosted by Herbie Hudson and Hayden Day, two pending architectural students who hope to detail their experiences of life in informal, digestible podcasts. Welcome to Discussed It , a Podcast Where We Discuss a Little About a Lot. This episode, we: Talk to Stephen Drew, the Head of Architecture and Design at Macdonald & Company, and the creator of the Architecture Social platform which is a community that...
Feb 27, 2021•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 63
Join Stephen Drew & Will Ridgway present every Wednesday at 1 pm on Youtube, Twitch, LinkedIn and Twitter live the Architecture Social Show! Watch interesting videos we have found online together, learn about events you can attend in your underwear, check out our favourite projects and our certified badass building of the week amongst our unscripted chat and live debate with the audience! Bells, soundboards, honking horns and harmonicas at the ready. See you there! 📐 The Architecture Social...
Feb 24, 2021•48 min•Ep. 62
