Inside The Firm

Monday Morning Coffee with Nik Tsoukales

17 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Nik Tsoukales is the CEO and Chief Marketing Strategist at Realtop, a full-service search engine marketing agency. Nik started his sales and marketin...

242 - How to Grow Staff Starting From Scratch!

14 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm Alex explains how to grow staff from scratch, then the guys discuss the staff at SHoP architects unionizing, next m...

After the Boulder Fires - Effects on Boulder Real Estate

10 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Description: Learn what likely happens in the aftermath of the Boulder Fires in Louisville CO and Superior CO from top real estate agent, Marilyn Acke...

241 - Do People Rebuild After Their Homes Burn Down?

07 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm Alex explains why it’s OK to be wrong, then Lance breaks down if people rebuild after their homes burn down, next...

Monday Morning Coffee with David Wood

03 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

David Wood is a former consulting actuary to Fortune 100 companies. He’s also built the world’s largest coaching business, becoming #1 on Google f...

Monday Morning Coffee with Jenna Knudsen

27 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Jenna rose to Managing Principal this Spring and has led the transition to WFM, during which CO has grown from about 115 people to 150. While winning ...

240 - How Much Profit Should You Make?

25 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm Lance shares what the city of Denver shared regarding review times, then the guys break down how much profit you sh...

Monday Morning Coffee with Tyler Foley

20 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Tyler Foley is an accomplished film and stage performer and has been acting in film and television since he was 6 years old. He appearances range from...

239 - How Natural Gas is Being Gaslit!

17 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm Alex previews this year’s company Christmas party and why you should do one too, then they explain how natural ga...

Monday Morning Coffee with Marc Clair

13 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Marc Clair is the co-founder, host, and producer of the Lions of Liberty Podcast. After being inspired by the 2008 Presidential campaign of Ron Paul, ...

238 - The Simplest Marketing Advice You Will Ever Hear

10 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm the guys give you the simplest marketing advice that you will ever hear, then they predict the recession, special g...

Monday Morning Coffee with Kelly Cone

06 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kelly Cone is passionate about process and technology innovation and how they can change industries and people's lives. My education is in architectur...

236 - How Building Regulations and Codes Can Be Wasteful!

04 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm the guys explain how building regulations and codes can be wasteful, then they unpack a study on the site plan revi...

Monday Morning Coffee with Scott Johnson and Bill Fain

29 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This Week on Monday Morning Coffee with Inside The Firm, we are joined by Johnson Fain partners Scott Johnson, FAIA, and William Fain, FAIA. Scott Joh...

236 – Inside the Firm with Special Guest Mike Michalowicz!

27 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Michalowicz has has launched and sold two mulitmillion-dollar companies, is a former columnist for The Wall Street Journal, a popular TED talk Speaker...

Monday Morning Coffee with Dan Stine

22 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dan Stine has an amazing career in the architecture and BIM. He is an Design Technologist for Lake Flato, an adjunct at North Dakota State University,...

235 - Why Are Order of Operations Important?

20 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm Alex claims that Dell is back on its game, then why the AIA does not know how to market, finally why order of opera...

Monday Morning Coffee with Nicole Willits

15 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Nicole Willits is the Strategic Initiatives & Sustainability Manager of the Pella Corporation. Nicole has been with Pella for over 5 years. She has be...

234 - Whose Responsibility is it Really?

12 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm the guys talk about the top 10 reasons of why you should work at a small firm, then Alex describes what its like to...

Monday Morning Coffee with Chad Studer

08 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Chad Studer is a tech-KNOWLEDGE leader with over 30 years of Autodesk software experience working in the AEC community. Chad also has over 23 years in...

233 - What is The Real Cost of Inflation for Your Staff?

05 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm the guys explain why it’s a herculean effort to finish up that last half a percent on a project, then Lance asks ...

Monday Morning Coffee with Andrew Lee Miller

01 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Andrew Lee Miller is a prolific bootstrapped startup Marketing expert also known as @AndrewStartups who over the past 15 years has driven 3 VC-backed ...

232 - Inside the Firm with Adam Steiner of Builder vs. Buyer

30 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this special edition episode of Inside the Firm Alex is replaced by Adam Steiner of Builder vs. Buyer! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm but wi...

231 - Why You Subs Need to Be Sober, Sane, and Stable!

22 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm the guys give us an update on the “Great Resignation”, then Lance fills us in on a building permit crash, final...

Monday Morning Coffee with Bill Pederson

18 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Bill is a founding partner of Kohn, Pedersen, Fox (KPF), and author of the new book Gesture and Response. In this episode we get behind the scenes sto...

230 - Why You Should Ignore Your Haters!

16 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm Lance asks Alex if he thinks that hiring an architect actually saves you money, then the guys debate if you should ...

Monday Morning Coffee with Alex Brueckmann

11 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Alex is an entrepreneur, author, executive coach, and board advisor. He’s built, scaled, and exited companies in Europe and Canada, and led client p...

229 - How to Start & Thrive in The Next Economic Downturn!

09 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm the guys are back lecturing at their Alma Mater, North Dakota State University! Join us as we go back to school!

Monday Morning Coffee with Rebecca De Cicco

04 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Rebecca has always had a keen interest in how digital impacts the built environment. Her career began as an architect in Australia but bled into techn...

228 - Why Do Developers Abandon Projects?

01 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm the guys use the most recent NAHB study to examine why developers abandon projects, why housing is unaffordable and...

Monday Morning Coffee with John Klaassen

27 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

John is the founder of Lightship Insurance and joins us today to shed light on the various insurances for Architects and Builders. In this information...

227 - What Leads to Large Scale Collapse?

24 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm Alex unpacks, What Leads to Large Scale Collapse, then why everyone who is successful has a catalyst, and last but ...

Monday Morning Coffee with Jack Ossa

20 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Jack is an Architect, Business owner, and podcast. Jack shares his story of success coming from Columbia to live his dreams in America. His positive i...

226 - Why 2 Percent of Your Clients Will Never be Satisfied!

17 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm Lance unpacks, Why 2 Percent of Your Clients Will Never be Satisfied, then Alex elaborates on complicated projects ...

Monday Morning Coffee with Morgana Rae

13 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Morgana Rae is an international bestselling author, speaker, and has been a 7-figure mentor coach for 27 years. A favorite guest on television, radio ...

225 - Why Most Architectural Design Practices Don't Work!

10 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm the guys react and brainstorm about an article that claims it knows, “Why Most Architectural Design Practices Don...

Monday Morning Coffee with Benjamin Glunz

06 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Architect turned Technologist, Benjamin Glunz AIA Assoc., Founder and CEO of Anguleris Technologies, is a high energy entrepreneur with a passion for ...

224 - Will Houses be Worth $10 Million in 50 Years?

03 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm the guys examine an article that claims that the average house in America will be with $10 million in 50 years, the...

Monday Morning Coffee with Michael Poris

30 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Michael is the Principal of McIntosh Poris Associates and has spent much of his professional life championing the revitalization of his hometown of De...

223 - How Do We Solve the Future of Housing Prices?!

27 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm the guys revisit the do’s and don’ts of development, then they react to Vox’s new video about the housing cri...

Monday Morning Coffee with Russ Stephens

23 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Russ Stephens is the CO-Founder of the Association of Professional Builders. He has a true passion for helping entrepreneurs and mentoring professiona...

222 - How to Retain Employees During the Great Resignation!

20 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm Lance unpacks the firm’s two second lean meetings in real time, then the guys rap about the “Great Resignation”...

Will the Housing Market Crash? - Colorado Realtor Explains Impact of Foreclosure Moratorium Lifted

19 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Top Colorado real estate agent interviewed regarding the possibility of the housing market crashing in Colorado. Plus, the impact of the end of the fo...

Monday Morning Coffee with Nick Shaw

16 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Shaw is the co-founder of Renaissance Periodization, better known simply as RP, a multi-million dollar health and fitness company that has improv...

221 - How to Make Your Company Retreat a Success!

13 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm Alex lays out Management Skills 101, then Lance helps us examine customer onboarding, next Lance finally finishes h...

Monday Morning Coffee with Matthew Byrd

09 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matthew is the president of Nexus 3D Consulting. Nexus 3D Consulting was founded by Matthew in 2016 as an avenue to pursue his passion for 3D technolo...

220 - How to Fire a Client!

06 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm we give a special shoutout to a listener, then we ham over Bob Borson’s article on Residential Architecture 101, ...

Monday Morning Coffee with James Lee

02 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

James is the Design + Manufacturing Engineering Lead at Bonelli and oversees all things nerdy including design, development, manufacturing, production...

219 - How to Win Without Winning!

30 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm we go over how to win without winning, then a quick update on Alex’s build saga in Denver, next we examine creati...

Monday Morning Coffee with Minter Dial

26 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Minter is an international speaker, elevator and a multiple award-winning author. Minter is an agent of change who has worked in twelve different prof...

218 - Should the Government Have a Monopoly on Building?

23 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm we go over what are the best skills to come out of college with, then a quick update on the future of lumber prices...

217 - How to Avoid a Lawsuit!

16 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm we examine if Architects have actually become despoilers, barbarians, and philistines, then Lance gives everyone a ...

Monday Morning Coffee with Michelle Cohn

12 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Michelle is a Graduate of Tulane University, has worked for over 14 years in various firms before, working on projects ranging from a performing arts ...

Monday Morning Coffee with Annette Kurtz

12 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Annette Kurtz has hundreds of clients in countries all over the world and has cleared spaces in their homes and businesses to bring about greater clar...

216 - Special Edition from the 2021 AIA Las Vegas June Membership Meeting

09 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this special edition episode of Inside the Firm we share our recent lecture given to the AIA of Las Vegas titled, The Architect as Entrepreneur, Co...

Monday Morning Coffee with Josh Lobel

05 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Josh is a Strategic Project Executive at Autodesk on their small business development team and has 20+ years experience spanning each sector of archit...

215 - How to Plan a Company Retreat!

02 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm we cover the topic of company retreats and how to plan them, then Alex gives us a pro tip about communication, next...

Monday Morning Coffee with Bill Allen

28 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Bill Allen is the Founder and President of EvolveLAB, Disrupt Repeat, and On Point Scans. These firms synergistically help Architects, Engineers, and ...

214 - How to Get Out of Trouble With the City!

25 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm Alex pushes back on the idea that America should become a nation of renters, then he walks us through more of the A...

Monday Morning Coffee with Cole Chesnut

21 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Cole Chesnut is a craftsman, construction manager, and consultant. He started as a carpenter 25 years ago and worked his way up the ranks. He has star...

213 – How to Avoid Wasting Your Time on RFPs!

18 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm the guys talk us through how to avoid wasting your time on request for proposals, then we have word that lumber is ...

Monday Morning Coffee with Timothy Downing

14 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Timothy is the President of Duratherm Window Company which is part of the Luxury Division of Pella. Timothy has been with Duratherm since 1984 after ...

212 - How to open a satellite office!

11 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm Alex walks us through the AIA 2020 Business of Architecture Report, then the guys explain how to open up a satellit...

Monday Morning Coffee with Maha and David Harper

07 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Maha and David co-founded Atlas Group London, a technology platform for healthcare construction. Maha is the COO of Atlas and has twenty - three years...

211 - How to Interview for Commercial Contracting Jobs!

05 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm Lance gets grilled by the owners rep and helps with how to interview for commercial contracting jobs, then the guys...

Monday Morning Coffee with Phil Elmore

01 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Phil is a working writer, journalist, editor, content creator, voice actor, and videographer based in New York. He has been a full-time technical and ...

210 – How to Onboard Your New Employees!

28 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm Alex reacts to all things related to a possible housing bubble, the new $94,000 increase in housing prices due to o...

Monday Morning Coffee with Eric Burtzlaff

24 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Eric Burtzlaff is the Principal and the Lead Engineer at Raptor Civil Engineering, LLC. Eric founded Raptor in 2020 with a vision for a different type...

209 - How to Conduct a One Year Review!

21 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm Lance is reminded of the emotional problem with residential architecture, next Alex advises us on how to conduct a ...

Monday Morning Coffee with Ira Meltzer

17 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ira is often called the “Lender to the Stars,” and he his and his team have funded more than $4 billion in luxury and ultra-luxury residential fin...

208 - What is the Real Rate of Inflation?

16 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm Alex talks about how to enable yourself to make decisions quickly, next the guys unpack what should be inside your ...

Monday Morning Coffee with Traci Carson

10 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Traci Carson is a Longmont accountant, mother of three, wife, dreamer, empty-nester, and now a real-estate investor and flipper.

207 - How Do Clients Choose You?

07 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm Lance gives us an inside look on how they were recently chosen over another firm and how that might help your firm,...

Monday Morning Coffee with Jillian Penkin

03 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Jillian Penkin started her career in construction 12 years ago. The first 10 years, she worked for two reputable mechanical contractors. This is where...

206 - What does an owner need to have from their architect to start construction?

30 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm the entire cast of Inside the Firm is together as one and as one puts themselves in the position of homeowners look...

Monday Morning Coffee with Curt Bear 2!

26 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Curt Bear is the Founder of LoCo Think Tank in Fort Collins, Colorado and he’s back for round 2! His business creates small business owner peer adv...

205 - What design software should the architect I select be using?!

23 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm the entire cast of Inside the Firm is together as one and as one puts themselves in the position of homeowners look...

Monday Morning Coffee with Ann Bibbey

19 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After decades in the corporate world, Ann Bibbey opened her Fort Collins, Colorado practice in 2010. She quickly became a highly sought-after intuitiv...

204 - How Do I Select the Right Architect or Designer For My Project?!

16 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm the entire cast of Inside the Firm is together as one and as one puts themselves in the position of homeowners look...

Monday Morning Coffee with Michelle Seiler Tucker

12 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Michelle Seiler Tucker is the Founder and CEO of Seiler Tucker Incorporated. She holds the Mergers & Acquisitions Master Intermediary title, as well a...

203 - What Can a Company Manual Do For You?

09 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm Lance has word that the economy might be entering into the Goldilocks Zone, next the guys talk about what a company...

Monday Morning Coffee with Vicki Reynolds

05 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Vicki is the chief technology officer at i3PT Certification, heading up technology strategy and implementation for both the SaaS and services sides of...

202 - Who Killed the Goose That Laid the Golden Eggs?

02 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm Lance fills us in on all of the inflation occurring in the building industry and how it might kill the goose that l...

Monday Morning Coffee with Cody Farmer

29 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Cody Farmer is a Passive House Building Practitioner at LiveUtilityFree.com. Colorado native Cody Farmer was born into a family surrounded by the Amer...

201 - Questions From Architects!

26 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm Lance asks questions from architects, next Alex gives us an inside look at Monograph and Toggl and last but not lea...

Monday Morning Coffee with Scott Rodwin

22 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Rodwin, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB is the President of Skycastle Construction and Principal of Rodwin Architecture. He was named the 2006 “Young Arc...

200 - What is Your Wildly Important Goal?

20 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm Alex asks what your Wildly Important Goal is, next Lance give us an update on the state of 3D printed homes, Nick i...

Monday Morning Coffee with David Pollard

15 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dave Pollard is an architect, builder, and co-founder of Liv Companies; a full service residential design-build company in the Chicago suburbs. Dave s...

199 - How To Take The Contractor’s Challenge!

13 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm Alex challenges you to take the contractor’s challenge, next Lance rants about inflation, Nick is back with Nick ...

Monday Morning Coffee with Nate Chai

08 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Nate is the Senior Director of Pro Engagement at Thumbtack.com. In this role he leads about 65 people across three offices to foster a loyal, engaged,...

198 - How To Be Flexible and Accommodating!

05 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm Alex talks about how to be flexible and accommodating, next we answer a listener question and topic, then Alex shar...

Monday Morning Coffee with Matthew Byrd

01 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matthew is the president of Nexus 3D Consulting. Nexus 3D Consulting was founded by Matthew in 2016 as an avenue to pursue his passion for 3D technolo...

197 - Inside the Firm with the Business of Architecture!

27 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm the guys join the other guys over at Archispeak for a special crossover episode! Join us as we go back Inside the F...

Monday Morning Coffee with John Odermatt

22 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

John Odermatt is a senior project controls analyst/risk specialist, fellow podcaster, friend of the show and most recently the co-founder of Run Your ...

196 - Inside the Firm with Archispeak!

19 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm the guys join the other guys over at Archispeak for a special crossover episode! Join us as we go back Inside the F...

Monday Morning Coffee with Dr. Amanda Barrientez

15 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Amanda Barrientez is a NFA - No Fucking Around/NeuroFreedom® Alignment - Business Consultant who helps entrepreneurs unblock and double their mon...

195 - How You Can Go From Architect to Builder!

12 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm Al reads, then Lance reads, next find out how you can go from Architect to Builder, and last but not least more A....

Monday Morning Coffee with Clifton Harness

08 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

TestFit designs building diagrams in milliseconds--so architects and developers can process deals more quickly. TestFit dramatically reduces opportuni...

194 - They Might Let You Do That

05 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Inside the Firm did Al pass his contractors test?, then Adam Carolla steps in for Nick with Nick reads, and last but not least more...

Monday Morning Coffee with Josh Radle

01 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Josh Radle is a Customer Experience Representative at Enscape. Josh is responsible for assistance, training, and consultation to Architectural, Engine...