KNOW, LIKE, TRUST is taped to the wall at my desk at home(Thanks to You). As Winter sets in on my own home remodel, two reimagined homes, one New build permitted and a red iron shop, stress is closing in as half of my projects are 16 Hours apart. I recently read the wealthy spend their money for more time and the poor waste their time to make money(Should have listened to the Eagles more). My realization is I enjoy the process of getting lost in the micro details and that requires time. Follow your passion to happiness I guess. My videos stopped so I wouldn't be political. Go Build It Better.
Thank you for being a TH-camr that does Architecture! I am taking prep classes for Architecture and interior architecture and you have NO IDEA how grateful I am to have found and followed you're channel for the past 4 months! Personally, thank you for being so inspiring! 📒🖊💗😊
Wow... your life is similar to mine... I have the same business as yours. I'm a sole entrepreneur. My architectural firm is going on it's 10th year and the struggle is daily but it's all worth it. I'm north of Montreal and I specialise in residentiel homes and multi-dwelling. And after 10 years, I don't have any marketing going on, only referral. Last year and this year, during the pandemic, was my best years financially, by far. I knew at that moment that I was doing something good and I continue building on it. Congratulation on your business. I know how hard it is daily to joggle with everything when your alone. Trial and error. We learn as we go. Keep up the good work.
It's all about the power of social media. Your business would be much more solidified if you did the same TH-cam marketing of 30×40 studio by content creation.
"I'm a nobody" Dude, 900k subscribers say otherwise. This video was very informative and as a real estate agent that wants to transition over to the building side I appreciate your openness and honesty. Thank you for not sugarcoating this.
This is extremely fresh and so authentic. Thank you for sharing. I now remember why I followed you in the first place, you weren’t the typical architect promoting the same inundated working processes and systems in the architecture and design world.
I'm a programmer, but it's never my passion, I'm just good with computer, but working in the industry kills creativity and overwork my mental. my real passion is design interior and architect. I don't have a degree in it, just a degree in I.T, watching your episode inspire me to get into architecture, not just interior design. last few weeks I've been reading books about architecture and design interior, and want to really get into it. thank you for creating these videos. I will try my best for the challenge to come.
Time has passed, this video has aged well. Watching it from a faraway location, both in space and in time. You are such a dedicated soul, may destiny open all doors for you my fellow architect.
"FAILURE IS THE FASTEST WAY TO LEARN" Eric you nailed it. Analytically circling the peripherals of architecture for freedom, purpose, and inspiration. Your contributions to this industry for both to designers and non-designer is certainly appreciated and respected by me!
this just shows that people have so much untapped potential to create and be of service to others. and it doesn't take thousands of people to buy your stuff. you just need to find the discipline and motivation to do it, which is made much easier when you build it around the stuff you care about. thanks for sharing!
As a Senior in high school, your advise and insight are both helpful and assuring. I appreciate your time and effort used in everything you do, thanks for being awesome!
I am a first-year architecture student. This video is inspiring and gave me insight into how the profession works in real life. Thank you for the well-structured and concise video. Good luck with your firm. I hope I can achieve something like it one day as well.
I really appreciated this video and the advice you gave. I started a sole proprietorship as a draftsman recently and I am glad I found your channel. My favorite video so far has been the interview with the structural engineer vs architect.
Hi Eric, thank you so much for the time and dedication that went into making this content. I know this is part of your content marketing, but I don't think many people grasp the effort that goes into scripting, filming, and producing a "banner" video like this. While you might not be considered as a traditional "starchitect", you are leaving a legacy that will inspire a new generation of architects/entrepreneurs, which you will definitely be recognized one day. I am just beginning to scratch the surface on content marketing, will you be productizing your years of knowledge and experiences in this space as well? I bet many will find it invaluable.
You are a legend, not a nobody! Your channel has helped me become better after finishing Architecture but decided to go back to being a builder. And I now work on Architcts houses.
Very inspirational video, and your methods work. I found your channel mid 2017, at the time my business was struggling. Started to implement the things you talked about, and now I turn down work every week, and I have a successful design build business. I do the projects I want to do. Thank You!
Hey, Brian - You're proof that hard work + a willingness to help others pays dividends. I look forward to seeing what's next for you + your business. Congratulations on your successes!
Great video and 100% on point. I’ve been an architect for 50 years and these are the skills and thought process anyone needs. The point is to promote and market the skills you have and focus on the right clients. It doesn’t need to be $2 million beach houses, it could be commercial or educational or health care facilities, which all need architectural skills and experience. With a business-like approach you can build a practice around medical offices or retail spaces or commercial development, architecture can be more than houses if you have other interests.
The universe conspires you know. I put off watching this one for a few days because I feared the outcome. I did watch it last night and have just now sent a life changing email to my corporate bosses. I got 10 years on you so it literally is now or never. Scared as hell but I’ll figure it out now because I have to. Thanks for the nudge. Wish me luck!
Alex, Congratulations + thanks for having the courage to take action and share! You'll find that opening that door and walking through it will lead to new doors you didn't know existed. Wishing you every success!
@@30by40 Thanks human! Bit scared , got a short runway but keeping some income from the old practice (3 day week to manage some projects important to me until tender). Leave the rest of the week to gear up and bring in some work. Have a solid symbiotic media idea as well to enjoy working up. If I can survive, spend time with my kids and clutch of guitars I’ll call it a success! Now to see what I can learn from your course. Of course! Never too old to learn!
Eric Eric Eric... It's your humbleness that lets you say , " you're a nobody" . You have been an inspiration sir. Your video is something that not many architects have done. There aren't TH-cam channels addressing architects the way you do. Keep inspiring us in your unique way. Best wishes Zia
You inspired me pursuing my practice as an Architect here in the Philippines. Started full time freelancing since 2017 and I followed you youtube channel ever since. Thank you
That was a great video with so many genuine gems! I personally own and operate a custom woodworking business with 8 employees. I started this business at the end of 2007, right before the economy took a nose dive. This taught me to get out there and hustle. Now, 16 years later, I am starting to focus on the business of operating my business. I really appreciate what you said, "When a client comes to your business, they have to see their project in your portfolio." There is so much truth to this. Thank you for providing the content that you do. Your videos offer so much value!
A year later. Just re-watched this video and got so many new insights that didn't catch my attention then! Truly inspirational! Thanks for sharing your story and wisdom.
I am overwhelmed and pressured in finding projects so I could earn and I'm still a fresh licensed architect. I'm in awe on how you manage to endure 20+ years as an employee and have just started doing it on your own
Tony Robbins says, “Change happens when the pain of staying the same is greater than the pain of change.” It took me a while for the balance to flip. I can say - looking back - I've never once regretted starting my own business. If you'd like the template for replicating mine, join me here: architect-entrepreneur.teachable.com/p/architect-entrepreneur-course/ Best wishes to you!
I got amazing news a few days ago that I had been admitted into the college that I have been wanting to go to and that I have been accepted in the architecture program. I'll be starting college next year as I am only a senior in high school, but this is a huge step for me to become an architect, my dream job that I have wanted for so long and I plan on rewatching your videos to get into the mindset of an architect.
"Go Make Things!" The name of your next company. Your video is really inspiring for someone like myself who is just starting out with a freelance biz and feeling really overwhelmed by everything. Thank you.
I've been watching your videos since I started architecture school and am going into my fifth and final year of architecture school, I'm hoping to get my licensure as soon as I can and your videos always inspire me
We are a team of media designers in the film business and really appreciate your efforts. Its obvious that there are many aspects of your thoughts that can be applied to other industries as well. Thank you!
You've honestly helped me so much through getting my Bachelor's in Architecture. I'm at a point right now that I can't land any jobs or internships but your videos are such a breath of fresh air from the cynical "you will fail" instructors and architects I've met in my journey thus far. You're the best!!
Your story is so inspiring. Thank you for making a channel to show that real success can happen organically, with Nobel principles, consistency and stunning standards of work. Well done!
So crazy to see you channel grow as it has been for the past few years. 800K+ subscribers is insane! Thank you for all the work you do. It’s incredibly helpful for people like me in the beginning of my architectural career
Hi Eric, really happy to see your journey and appreciate your humbleness. I subscribed to your channel when you had 20k subscribers 😌 have learnt a lot from you along the way and still I am. This is a timely video and what I got from it was to turn your sources into your resources. Thank you and blessings for a brighter future 🌱
This is hands down the most inspiring architecture related video I have watched. Thank you for sharing both the gift of your skill and mindset with all of us. May God increase your grace in every way. God bless you Sir
This was so good. So helpful. I started my career in manufacturing for high end residential. Closed up shop in 2008. Took a safe job. Just this year getting back into arch viz and renderings as a side business which I never stopped doing for pure enjoyment. Did it for my own home. Your channel has been and inspiration and I’m very grateful.
nice...for so many in your situation the side hustle (aka: thing you love doing in your free time) slowly transforms into your full-time gig. wishing you all the best with it...
By this video 37 minute video no ever really have to go to school for social impact entrepreneurship. Wow this covers everything to help you built your own firm/ business!
What an awesome video. Pure gold. Well done, Eric!! Thank you so much for sharing. You have been a major influence in my career. I am a Designer pursuing a similar journey. I’m currently stacked up with work ranging from small additions, several $1m+ custom homes and (my last!) commercial project. Managing it all is seriously difficult, weird, unknown and somehow blissful at times....also have a few grey hairs to show for it! Keep on rocking man. 🤘
Damn, that was a masterpiece. Stacked to the rafters with valuable insights -- comprehensive, well-organized and beautifully produced. You're also relaxed, confident and personable with your audience. It seems you may be more in love with the process and the rest of it than with actual buildings. Is the form of your whole life following its function?
I completely believe that what you describe is right approach, Eric. Thank you for your authenticity and for sharing. If I was building a home in Maine, I would not hesitate to hire you.
This man is speaking truth and wisdom, revealing a proven path to success. Sometimes though, even if you hear it, you'll need to experience it to truly understand and adjust accordingly. There are no shortcuts in life, but studying from those who have traversed a path you wish to navigate can prove to be beneficial for your voyage. And this video is a proven road map🤘Thanks for sharing Eric. I continually return to this video for recalibration.
Hi, I'm an aspiring architect with more than a thousand of followers on my socials (not on YT), but I'm still worried about my future in the field. I'm worried that I'll be a nobody when I become an architect. I'm grateful to discover this channel. You're so creative, I've learn so much from this and this is really a big help. Keep it up Arch!
This has been one of the most helpful videos I’ve seen about freelancing in this industry and relevant to the social media culture we live in right now. Thank so much for sharing this video and your process.
I am not an architect, I am an illustrator who loves architecture. I find your advice and wisdom on how to be self employed, how to make your own world so inspired,. many thanks
I'm an entrepreneur in a different industry, and I've been needing to adapt and pivot, which has been challenging in these, let's say, particular times. However, after watching this video several times, you have helped shine light onto the traffic and into the funnel. Thank you for doing this video. I will follow and keep watching.
It's amazing how universal arquitecture is. Despite being in Portugal, I have the same concerns, the same doubts, the same goals. Thank you so much for sharing. It makes us realize that everything has its time and space.
37:14. Actually, you are one of them, kind sir. I left my previous employer last August to start my own engineering consultancy firm. I have been following your content for as long as I have been a licensed agricultural engineer. Anyway, back at work now. Best wishes and stay safe always, Eric. And I do hope to collaborate with you sometime in the near future. Cheers!
@@30by40 it will be a challenge to juggle the business and graduate studies. But yeah, I am pretty stoked and looking forward to see what will come out of it. Thank you so much for the encouragement and best wishes, Eric! Cheers and all the best! Stay safe always!
I can say, without a doubt, that you are one of my heroes. Your attention to detail and desire to help others has inspired me as I am been wanting to do the same in my area of expertise - photography. However, I have struggled to ship anything because 'everything' I have been seeing on how to grow your audience and influence online, etc tells me to be something I am not. If I can be so bold as to say that I feel at home watching your videos. THIS is more of how I am and want to share with the world. I am different than you and many other creators, no doubt. But you have given me permission to move forward and create value for others in my own way. Thank you.
This is awesome, and all so relatable. I went independent last year after 15 years in regular, full-time work. Nothing architectural-I'm a content director-but there are many similarities here. I work on retainers with 4-5 clients and do ad-hoc work for 5 or 6 more. Keeps me on my toes! Thx for the upload.
Respect went through the roof when Ernest Shackleton popped up at the end. I really appreciate the excellent content and advice. I will take my last two licensure exams in November and plan to start my own practice one day.
HOWW.. this is one of the best videos about entrepreneurship... I took really good insights...I'm not from your field but I really think that they are principles that you could apply to every field! Preciate a lot your thoughts and sharings.
Such a timely video..I have been trying to get back in my career as an architect after a gap of 13 yrs and it is pretty hard..please share some tips for people like me who gave a long break in Their architectural practice and now completely lost as no firm would like to take me with no job experience...your video had some great inspiration...looking forward for some more....Thankx 👍
I'm in same boat as you. Read top comment. Love design but got rattled out of the profession 13 years ago. No one will hire me since I don't have a portfolio. Just odd drafting jobs.
Great video. I can certainly relate to the topics in your video. I too left my full time job in search of being on my own. The job I had consumed all of my time with little or no time for family. The business was something that I enjoyed and have put off because of working full time. Once I had the business working and learning from trial and error. The business looked promising with potential growth. And then the Pandemic hit and everything just fell apart and eventually had to shot down and close the business. It was very hard to let go of everything and just waited and waited hoping for things to improve. My work room is just a reminder of what was and now remains closed until further notice. I enjoyed watching your video and look forward to seeing more. Thanks for sharing.
Who are those people who is hitting that dislike button!! Anyway Hi Eric. Each and every time you release your new post/video on the TH-cam, I keep my work aside and watch your stuffs. YOU ARE AN INSPIRATION HUB. Stay blessed buddy. I am also a person who wants shape himself from a 'nobody'. Already in my process and I hope to have you by my side like the way you are helping your fans. with love from Bangladesh.
Eric, my bruh! You’re such a HUGE inspiration for me I’m an up and coming plan drawer - technical drawing. Your work is so inspiring to me. I wish you all the best man. From the bottom of my heart, thank you! (Excuse my english, not from an english speaking country)
Hi Eric! I just want to say that I'm greatful for your contents. I'm highly relatable of having no freedom in working in the industry of Architecture. My mind is boggled whether I shift to being an Junior Architect into a Entrepreneur. Seeing you successfully do that both makes me want to take that big risk to be able to achieve those goals. I always wanted to gain freedom but still exercising our profession as an Architect. With this contents, you're able to help us in becoming an Architect Entrepreneur. I will value this in my journey hopefully I can be able to be like you someday. Thank you so much sir!
This is really inspiring. Although I don't take architecture in my educational programs, I really like it. My passion has been with architectural design and projects development. I wish turning to my talent, when I finish my B. A with Education here in Tanzania.
Even though I'm not a architect student or have anything to do with the architecture field lol I instantly falled in love with your channel. Your so therapeutic and inspiring to listen too 🧡
Thanks for this video, I feel identify with your begginer struggles, I am currently living that phase. I have a small firm in Guatemala that I created 3 years ago and it is growing step by step. I love your videos! Keep it up. You inspire a lot of people, ceirtanly you inspire me to continue with my journey! Thanks!
Going to make things right now! Your videos are always full of knowledge and inspiration but this video left my brain sparkling and wanting more. Count me on your 1000 list.
You are such an inspiration Eric. I have doubts in myself, but with you and your videos, it motivates me to continue doing my passion. I realized that I am not the only one who experienced doubts and shortcomings, and it it normal for those who are only starting there business. I will strive to reach my goal and I know I can do this. Thank you Eric.
Thank you for sharing your journey as an architect and entrepreneur. Your frank and open perspective of what work and held you back is very valuable for anyone contemplating a similar change in career.
you are great! and inspirational. im a contractor/partner in the luxury market in the Cleveland area. hard work and some luck has lead to the opportunities that we currently have. the business/mgt side has been the greatest challenge for me. great architects like contractors are hard to come by and those relationships should be nurtured. love the content.
Hello man , i am really amazed by your efforts throughout the darkest years , much much love from Algeria , great work you're much appreciated around here keep it up
Acturely you've been my hero since I went to Architecture school in 2016. It's really lucky to have spotted your channel at the early days of my college years. Your videos are so curated and helpful and have definitely made an impact on not only how I view design but also how I view life as a journey of making creative things. Just want to thank you for that, and I'll keep following your latest post!
your helping me helping me decide if I want to do architecture on the same level as you the only difference is I've done construction and building homes and metal fabrication my whole life due to an injury I am trying to figure out what I can do to still put bread on the table thank you for the wealth of knowledge and the information on multiple levels you are going more in depth than I have seen in most videos and I appreciate it very much don't worry if I do decide to I won't be in the same market as you I want to help the small end of things but not run my own business I have dealt with that kind of headache and more power to you for it
Love the simplicity of your entire corporate identity design. Classic and heating how when you first started clients would look you over because you were not behind a big name company. My husband and I went through a similar situation. We worked constructions and development projects internationally as a US firm. Coming back to the USA, clients would look us over when the projects and experience gained surpassed our competitors.
i love your content in these videos! your aesthetic appeals to me. i am not an architect, although i studied it for years. i am a woodworker and design and build furniture, doors and other items for living! i can garnish lots of info from your practice that helps me in mine! thank you!
I cannot like this video enough. I want to watch it every day. Knowledge, advice, tips, examples, new things to look into to grow professionally. Great video. Maybe some day I will be able to produce a similar video about how to start out with out a portfolio.
Oh my goodness. This may be the best TH-cam video I’ve ever seen. Thoughtfully said, creatively done, precise, and easy understand. Thank you so much for taking the time to do this.
Really enjoyed the longer / more in depth video! Also a great way to find out my favourite youtube channel is actually just a convoluted marketing gambit.
Dear, this video is very impressive. So personal, real… It shows to me transparency and integrity. I love It! Unhappily I am not a fluent inglish speaker, but I could absorve the main content. thanks
Your videos are SO inspiring! I am not an architect, but I have a very strong interest. So many of these things are applicable to my line of work as well. I work as a data analyst and so much of this is helpful just from a professional perspective. Thanks!!!
Thank you to share your carreer time line, congratulations by your strong skills in comunication through the videos showing photos, films and mainly teaching your job methods. I'm braziliam and graduating in Architecture and Urbanism, I'm 51 years old, Engineer by 23 years and I'm preparing to start in a new journey as Architect. Thank you soo much by the tips!!!
Trabalhava em qual área como Engenheiro, compatriota? Atuo como Engenheiro Estrutural há 10 anos, aprendi um pouquinho bem pouquinho sobre Arquitetura e sobre Marketing aqui com o Eric, e estou doido pra montar parcerias! Boa sorte na sua mudança de carreira!
@@nestoreleuteriopaivabendo5415 Nestor, sou Engenheiro Industrial Mecânico com carreira na automobilística (FORD / VW) na área de ferramental de estamparia de chapas (carroceria), estou me preparando a aposentadoria então devo me formar em 2025 para iniciar a carreira em Arquitetura e Urbanismo. Recomeçar mas fora do ambiente coorporativo, carreira autônoma. Abraço
@@fabiogomes1531 Outro ramo, totalmente diferente mesmo. Espero que consiga trazer algo da Engenharia Mecânica para levantar a qualidade dos serviços e manter o seu padrão de vida!
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KNOW, LIKE, TRUST is taped to the wall at my desk at home(Thanks to You). As Winter sets in on my own home remodel, two reimagined homes, one New build permitted and a red iron shop, stress is closing in as half of my projects are 16 Hours apart. I recently read the wealthy spend their money for more time and the poor waste their time to make money(Should have listened to the Eagles more). My realization is I enjoy the process of getting lost in the micro details and that requires time. Follow your passion to happiness I guess. My videos stopped so I wouldn't be political. Go Build It Better.
Thank you for being a TH-camr that does Architecture! I am taking prep classes for Architecture and interior architecture and you have NO IDEA how grateful I am to have found and followed you're channel for the past 4 months! Personally, thank you for being so inspiring! 📒🖊💗😊
Hi Eric, I am working on a project, and will love to have ur opinion on it. I can send you little bit about it by email. Thank u
This video makes me stronger as a 29 yo with a lot of doubt about my future, thank u
Wow... your life is similar to mine... I have the same business as yours. I'm a sole entrepreneur. My architectural firm is going on it's 10th year and the struggle is daily but it's all worth it. I'm north of Montreal and I specialise in residentiel homes and multi-dwelling. And after 10 years, I don't have any marketing going on, only referral. Last year and this year, during the pandemic, was my best years financially, by far. I knew at that moment that I was doing something good and I continue building on it. Congratulation on your business. I know how hard it is daily to joggle with everything when your alone. Trial and error. We learn as we go. Keep up the good work.
Great hearing from you, David and congratulations on all your success!
It's all about the power of social media. Your business would be much more solidified if you did the same TH-cam marketing of 30×40 studio by content creation.
"I'm a nobody"
Dude, 900k subscribers say otherwise. This video was very informative and as a real estate agent that wants to transition over to the building side I appreciate your openness and honesty. Thank you for not sugarcoating this.
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Humility is a treasure
Its rare to get people as authentic as this guy...that's some worthy advice there.
Man i have been watching this channel from before i started my degree.
This year i have graduated As an architect.
Thanks Eric!
Fingers crossed I can make this comment in a decade too!
So many people have started out on their own in the past 18 months your story serves as inspiration!
Cheers, Chris...how true! Appreciate the support + kind words.
This is extremely fresh and so authentic. Thank you for sharing. I now remember why I followed you in the first place, you weren’t the typical architect promoting the same inundated working processes and systems in the architecture and design world.
Very generous of you...thanks!
Have you applied any of his advice? Please share your results. I am interested in knowing more :)
I'm a programmer, but it's never my passion, I'm just good with computer, but working in the industry kills creativity and overwork my mental.
my real passion is design interior and architect. I don't have a degree in it, just a degree in I.T, watching your episode inspire me to get into architecture, not just interior design. last few weeks I've been reading books about architecture and design interior, and want to really get into it. thank you for creating these videos.
I will try my best for the challenge to come.
Time has passed, this video has aged well. Watching it from a faraway location, both in space and in time. You are such a dedicated soul, may destiny open all doors for you my fellow architect.
"FAILURE IS THE FASTEST WAY TO LEARN" Eric you nailed it. Analytically circling the peripherals of architecture for freedom, purpose, and inspiration. Your contributions to this industry for both to designers and non-designer is certainly appreciated and respected by me!
hey, matthew...cheers my friend...appreciate that...!
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This is single-handedly one of the most value packed videos on TH-cam. You are genuine, passionate and inspiring. Thank you!
Appreciate the kind words! Cheers...
As an architecture student who has anxiety and fears about my life after graduating this was exactly what I needed
this just shows that people have so much untapped potential to create and be of service to others. and it doesn't take thousands of people to buy your stuff. you just need to find the discipline and motivation to do it, which is made much easier when you build it around the stuff you care about. thanks for sharing!
Well said! Thanks for sharing your thoughts...
As a Senior in high school, your advise and insight are both helpful and assuring. I appreciate your time and effort used in everything you do, thanks for being awesome!
Incredibly high quality content every time. This one in particular, I saved to watch later to listen, take notes, and study again!
I am a first-year architecture student. This video is inspiring and gave me insight into how the profession works in real life. Thank you for the well-structured and concise video. Good luck with your firm. I hope I can achieve something like it one day as well.
I really appreciated this video and the advice you gave. I started a sole proprietorship as a draftsman recently and I am glad I found your channel. My favorite video so far has been the interview with the structural engineer vs architect.
Hi Eric, thank you so much for the time and dedication that went into making this content. I know this is part of your content marketing, but I don't think many people grasp the effort that goes into scripting, filming, and producing a "banner" video like this. While you might not be considered as a traditional "starchitect", you are leaving a legacy that will inspire a new generation of architects/entrepreneurs, which you will definitely be recognized one day. I am just beginning to scratch the surface on content marketing, will you be productizing your years of knowledge and experiences in this space as well? I bet many will find it invaluable.
You are a legend, not a nobody! Your channel has helped me become better after finishing Architecture but decided to go back to being a builder. And I now work on Architcts houses.
Very inspirational video, and your methods work. I found your channel mid 2017, at the time my business was struggling. Started to implement the things you talked about, and now I turn down work every week, and I have a successful design build business.
I do the projects I want to do.
Thank You!
Hey, Brian - You're proof that hard work + a willingness to help others pays dividends. I look forward to seeing what's next for you + your business. Congratulations on your successes!
Great video and 100% on point. I’ve been an architect for 50 years and these are the skills and thought process anyone needs. The point is to promote and market the skills you have and focus on the right clients. It doesn’t need to be $2 million beach houses, it could be commercial or educational or health care facilities, which all need architectural skills and experience. With a business-like approach you can build a practice around medical offices or retail spaces or commercial development, architecture can be more than houses if you have other interests.
Inspiring and informational. Well organized, good synthesis, good systems thinking. Thanks!
Thanks so much, Tim...really appreciate the kind words + support!
The universe conspires you know. I put off watching this one for a few days because I feared the outcome. I did watch it last night and have just now sent a life changing email to my corporate bosses. I got 10 years on you so it literally is now or never. Scared as hell but I’ll figure it out now because I have to. Thanks for the nudge. Wish me luck!
Alex, Congratulations + thanks for having the courage to take action and share! You'll find that opening that door and walking through it will lead to new doors you didn't know existed. Wishing you every success!
@@30by40 Thanks human!
Bit scared , got a short runway but keeping some income from the old practice (3 day week to manage some projects important to me until tender). Leave the rest of the week to gear up and bring in some work. Have a solid symbiotic media idea as well to enjoy working up. If I can survive, spend time with my kids and clutch of guitars I’ll call it a success! Now to see what I can learn from your course. Of course! Never too old to learn!
Eric Eric Eric... It's your humbleness that lets you say , " you're a nobody" . You have been an inspiration sir.
Your video is something that not many architects have done. There aren't TH-cam channels addressing architects the way you do. Keep inspiring us in your unique way.
Best wishes
Zia
As a freelance architect with no office, your video is so inspiring sir! Thank you for sharing!
You inspired me pursuing my practice as an Architect here in the Philippines. Started full time freelancing since 2017 and I followed you youtube channel ever since. Thank you
That was a great video with so many genuine gems! I personally own and operate a custom woodworking business with 8 employees. I started this business at the end of 2007, right before the economy took a nose dive. This taught me to get out there and hustle. Now, 16 years later, I am starting to focus on the business of operating my business. I really appreciate what you said, "When a client comes to your business, they have to see their project in your portfolio." There is so much truth to this. Thank you for providing the content that you do. Your videos offer so much value!
A year later. Just re-watched this video and got so many new insights that didn't catch my attention then! Truly inspirational! Thanks for sharing your story and wisdom.
I am overwhelmed and pressured in finding projects so I could earn and I'm still a fresh licensed architect. I'm in awe on how you manage to endure 20+ years as an employee and have just started doing it on your own
Tony Robbins says, “Change happens when the pain of staying the same is greater than the pain of change.” It took me a while for the balance to flip. I can say - looking back - I've never once regretted starting my own business. If you'd like the template for replicating mine, join me here: architect-entrepreneur.teachable.com/p/architect-entrepreneur-course/
Best wishes to you!
Seriously man these types of videos stop me from breaking up on my journey thanks a lot .
I got amazing news a few days ago that I had been admitted into the college that I have been wanting to go to and that I have been accepted in the architecture program. I'll be starting college next year as I am only a senior in high school, but this is a huge step for me to become an architect, my dream job that I have wanted for so long and I plan on rewatching your videos to get into the mindset of an architect.
"Go Make Things!" The name of your next company. Your video is really inspiring for someone like myself who is just starting out with a freelance biz and feeling really overwhelmed by everything. Thank you.
I've been watching your videos since I started architecture school and am going into my fifth and final year of architecture school, I'm hoping to get my licensure as soon as I can and your videos always inspire me
We are a team of media designers in the film business and really appreciate your efforts. Its obvious that there are many aspects of your thoughts that can be applied to other industries as well. Thank you!
You've honestly helped me so much through getting my Bachelor's in Architecture. I'm at a point right now that I can't land any jobs or internships but your videos are such a breath of fresh air from the cynical "you will fail" instructors and architects I've met in my journey thus far. You're the best!!
My firm is hiring interns if you are interested in working in D.C.
Your story is so inspiring. Thank you for making a channel to show that real success can happen organically, with Nobel principles, consistency and stunning standards of work. Well done!
So crazy to see you channel grow as it has been for the past few years. 800K+ subscribers is insane! Thank you for all the work you do. It’s incredibly helpful for people like me in the beginning of my architectural career
Appreciate the support, my friend...cheers...
What a killer way to distill everything you have done since striking out on your own. Super inspirational, thank you!
“Don’t ask for permission” is def advice worth taking as a creative. Taking Nike’s slogan of “Just do it” is what I always tell people.
Hi Eric, really happy to see your journey and appreciate your humbleness. I subscribed to your channel when you had 20k subscribers 😌 have learnt a lot from you along the way and still I am. This is a timely video and what I got from it was to turn your sources into your resources. Thank you and blessings for a brighter future 🌱
This is hands down the most inspiring architecture related video I have watched. Thank you for sharing both the gift of your skill and mindset with all of us. May God increase your grace in every way. God bless you Sir
This was so good. So helpful. I started my career in manufacturing for high end residential. Closed up shop in 2008. Took a safe job. Just this year getting back into arch viz and renderings as a side business which I never stopped doing for pure enjoyment. Did it for my own home. Your channel has been and inspiration and I’m very grateful.
nice...for so many in your situation the side hustle (aka: thing you love doing in your free time) slowly transforms into your full-time gig. wishing you all the best with it...
By this video 37 minute video no ever really have to go to school for social impact entrepreneurship. Wow this covers everything to help you built your own firm/ business!
What an awesome video. Pure gold. Well done, Eric!! Thank you so much for sharing. You have been a major influence in my career. I am a Designer pursuing a similar journey. I’m currently stacked up with work ranging from small additions, several $1m+ custom homes and (my last!) commercial project. Managing it all is seriously difficult, weird, unknown and somehow blissful at times....also have a few grey hairs to show for it! Keep on rocking man. 🤘
Damn, that was a masterpiece. Stacked to the rafters with valuable insights -- comprehensive, well-organized and beautifully produced. You're also relaxed, confident and personable with your audience. It seems you may be more in love with the process and the rest of it than with actual buildings. Is the form of your whole life following its function?
Incredibly insightful...and correct! Love that avatar btw...we share a hero it seems ( 36:38 )
Such an insightful video, learned a lot from it. Thank you ✨
I completely believe that what you describe is right approach, Eric. Thank you for your authenticity and for sharing. If I was building a home in Maine, I would not hesitate to hire you.
Thanks Eric for showing me how to connect the dots. insightful as always. And this retrospective is one of the best content you created.
Bless you brother. You have helped many in your field of work, and you are awesome. Keep the flow 💯
This is the most content-full how to video I’ve ever seen. Fantastic stuff.
Love it how it peaks at 15:08... take notes my friends! Valuable info.
This man is speaking truth and wisdom, revealing a proven path to success. Sometimes though, even if you hear it, you'll need to experience it to truly understand and adjust accordingly. There are no shortcuts in life, but studying from those who have traversed a path you wish to navigate can prove to be beneficial for your voyage. And this video is a proven road map🤘Thanks for sharing Eric. I continually return to this video for recalibration.
Hi, I'm an aspiring architect with more than a thousand of followers on my socials (not on YT), but I'm still worried about my future in the field. I'm worried that I'll be a nobody when I become an architect. I'm grateful to discover this channel. You're so creative, I've learn so much from this and this is really a big help. Keep it up Arch!
Phenomenal Content and editing. Thank you for sharing your story - You are inspiring to the next generation of both Architects and Engineers.
This has been one of the most helpful videos I’ve seen about freelancing in this industry and relevant to the social media culture we live in right now. Thank so much for sharing this video and your process.
Cheers...so glad it was helpful to you!
I am not an architect, I am an illustrator who loves architecture. I find your advice and wisdom on how to be self employed, how to make your own world so inspired,. many thanks
I'm an entrepreneur in a different industry, and I've been needing to adapt and pivot, which has been challenging in these, let's say, particular times. However, after watching this video several times, you have helped shine light onto the traffic and into the funnel.
Thank you for doing this video. I will follow and keep watching.
Cheers, glad you found it helpful!
It's amazing how universal arquitecture is. Despite being in Portugal, I have the same concerns, the same doubts, the same goals.
Thank you so much for sharing.
It makes us realize that everything has its time and space.
37:14. Actually, you are one of them, kind sir. I left my previous employer last August to start my own engineering consultancy firm. I have been following your content for as long as I have been a licensed agricultural engineer.
Anyway, back at work now. Best wishes and stay safe always, Eric. And I do hope to collaborate with you sometime in the near future. Cheers!
Exciting times, congratulations on the new business. I have such respect for the path you've chosen. Wishing you every success!
@@30by40 it will be a challenge to juggle the business and graduate studies. But yeah, I am pretty stoked and looking forward to see what will come out of it.
Thank you so much for the encouragement and best wishes, Eric! Cheers and all the best! Stay safe always!
I can say, without a doubt, that you are one of my heroes. Your attention to detail and desire to help others has inspired me as I am been wanting to do the same in my area of expertise - photography. However, I have struggled to ship anything because 'everything' I have been seeing on how to grow your audience and influence online, etc tells me to be something I am not.
If I can be so bold as to say that I feel at home watching your videos. THIS is more of how I am and want to share with the world. I am different than you and many other creators, no doubt. But you have given me permission to move forward and create value for others in my own way. Thank you.
This video is one of the most well-explained video for ANY ENTREPRENEUR out there, and I am grateful to you, my friend, for sharing it.😊
This is awesome, and all so relatable.
I went independent last year after 15 years in regular, full-time work. Nothing architectural-I'm a content director-but there are many similarities here. I work on retainers with 4-5 clients and do ad-hoc work for 5 or 6 more. Keeps me on my toes!
Thx for the upload.
I know that hustle very well...wishing you all the best...
@@30by40 Thanks, man. 🙌🏼
Respect went through the roof when Ernest Shackleton popped up at the end. I really appreciate the excellent content and advice. I will take my last two licensure exams in November and plan to start my own practice one day.
HOWW.. this is one of the best videos about entrepreneurship... I took really good insights...I'm not from your field but I really think that they are principles that you could apply to every field! Preciate a lot your thoughts and sharings.
Such a timely video..I have been trying to get back in my career as an architect after a gap of 13 yrs and it is pretty hard..please share some tips for people like me who gave a long break in Their architectural practice and now completely lost as no firm would like to take me with no job experience...your video had some great inspiration...looking forward for some more....Thankx 👍
I'm in same boat as you. Read top comment. Love design but got rattled out of the profession 13 years ago. No one will hire me since I don't have a portfolio. Just odd drafting jobs.
Hi Eric, you are not a nobody. You are extremely talented and hardworking
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Great video. I can certainly relate to the topics in your video. I too left my full time job in search of being on my own. The job I had consumed all of my time with little or no time for family. The business was something that I enjoyed and have put off because of working full time. Once I had the business working and learning from trial and error. The business looked promising with potential growth. And then the Pandemic hit and everything just fell apart and eventually had to shot down and close the business. It was very hard to let go of everything and just waited and waited hoping for things to improve. My work room is just a reminder of what was and now remains closed until further notice. I enjoyed watching your video and look forward to seeing more. Thanks for sharing.
Who are those people who is hitting that dislike button!!
Anyway Hi Eric. Each and every time you release your new post/video on the TH-cam, I keep my work aside and watch your stuffs. YOU ARE AN INSPIRATION HUB.
Stay blessed buddy.
I am also a person who wants shape himself from a 'nobody'. Already in my process and I hope to have you by my side like the way you are helping your fans.
with love from Bangladesh.
Just a note to say thank you. Your video, channel and works are so inspiring.
Eric, my bruh!
You’re such a HUGE inspiration for me
I’m an up and coming plan drawer - technical drawing. Your work is so inspiring to me.
I wish you all the best man.
From the bottom of my heart, thank you!
(Excuse my english, not from an english speaking country)
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Hi Eric! I just want to say that I'm greatful for your contents. I'm highly relatable of having no freedom in working in the industry of Architecture. My mind is boggled whether I shift to being an Junior Architect into a Entrepreneur. Seeing you successfully do that both makes me want to take that big risk to be able to achieve those goals. I always wanted to gain freedom but still exercising our profession as an Architect. With this contents, you're able to help us in becoming an Architect Entrepreneur. I will value this in my journey hopefully I can be able to be like you someday. Thank you so much sir!
This is really inspiring. Although I don't take architecture in my educational programs, I really like it. My passion has been with architectural design and projects development. I wish turning to my talent, when I finish my B. A with Education here in Tanzania.
Even though I'm not a architect student or have anything to do with the architecture field lol I instantly falled in love with your channel. Your so therapeutic and inspiring to listen too 🧡
Very inspiring sir! Joel DALISAY from Philippines! 53 years and still inspiring to be an architect!
Thanks for this video, I feel identify with your begginer struggles, I am currently living that phase.
I have a small firm in Guatemala that I created 3 years ago and it is growing step by step.
I love your videos! Keep it up. You inspire a lot of people, ceirtanly you inspire me to continue with my journey! Thanks!
3 years in...congrats for sticking with it...I had a major inflection point at 4 years in...keep making things!
Your vlog was the first Architecture vlog I ever watched. I always enjoy your videos. Thanks for this video.
Going to make things right now! Your videos are always full of knowledge and inspiration but this video left my brain sparkling and wanting more. Count me on your 1000 list.
So brave to start out on your own at 40 with a family to support. Very inspiring.
You are such an inspiration Eric. I have doubts in myself, but with you and your videos, it motivates me to continue doing my passion. I realized that I am not the only one who experienced doubts and shortcomings, and it it normal for those who are only starting there business. I will strive to reach my goal and I know I can do this. Thank you Eric.
We all doubt ourselves, but only by moving beyond the doubt are we able to achieve. Trust in your abilities + work hard. Wishing you much success!
Very insightful. Helps you to see the transition from employee to CEO in a less daunting and more methodical light. Thank you, big ups!
Thank you for sharing your journey as an architect and entrepreneur. Your frank and open perspective of what work and held you back is very valuable for anyone contemplating a similar change in career.
you are great! and inspirational. im a contractor/partner in the luxury market in the Cleveland area. hard work and some luck has lead to the opportunities that we currently have. the business/mgt side has been the greatest challenge for me. great architects like contractors are hard to come by and those relationships should be nurtured. love the content.
Well said, your 'luck' is a result of your own hard work, no doubt. Wishing you every success!
Hello man , i am really amazed by your efforts throughout the darkest years , much much love from Algeria , great work you're much appreciated around here keep it up
Just the boost I needed ... It's not easy, but the tougher it gets, the greater the reward! Thank you sir!
Acturely you've been my hero since I went to Architecture school in 2016. It's really lucky to have spotted your channel at the early days of my college years. Your videos are so curated and helpful and have definitely made an impact on not only how I view design but also how I view life as a journey of making creative things. Just want to thank you for that, and I'll keep following your latest post!
Not enough leaving those thumbs up! It's a personal masterpiece! Fantastic work Eric, thanks for inspiring people more and more! Keep going!
As an Intern Architect in my province, I'm so inspired by your story, and looking forward to how I can learn from what you've done!
You are. You remind me of why I chose this path and what inspired me. Away from heavy school work. You gave me a reminder and I keep on going forward.
Appreciate that...cheers...
your helping me helping me decide if I want to do architecture on the same level as you the only difference is I've done construction and building homes and metal fabrication my whole life due to an injury I am trying to figure out what I can do to still put bread on the table thank you for the wealth of knowledge and the information on multiple levels you are going more in depth than I have seen in most videos and I appreciate it very much don't worry if I do decide to I won't be in the same market as you I want to help the small end of things but not run my own business I have dealt with that kind of headache and more power to you for it
Love the simplicity of your entire corporate identity design. Classic and heating how when you first started clients would look you over because you were not behind a big name company. My husband and I went through a similar situation. We worked constructions and development projects internationally as a US firm. Coming back to the USA, clients would look us over when the projects and experience gained surpassed our competitors.
i love your content in these videos! your aesthetic appeals to me. i am not an architect, although i studied it for years. i am a woodworker and design and build furniture, doors and other items for living! i can garnish lots of info from your practice that helps me in mine! thank you!
Cross-pollination...love it...keep making things!
Eric, this is a homerun! Have enjoyed your other videos but this one blew me away. Thanks for the rude awakening!
I cannot like this video enough. I want to watch it every day. Knowledge, advice, tips, examples, new things to look into to grow professionally. Great video. Maybe some day I will be able to produce a similar video about how to start out with out a portfolio.
Not an architect, but I have my own dreams, and this has captivated me,
Thank you!
Oh my goodness. This may be the best TH-cam video I’ve ever seen. Thoughtfully said, creatively done, precise, and easy understand. Thank you so much for taking the time to do this.
Cheers...appreciate the support!
Really enjoyed the longer / more in depth video! Also a great way to find out my favourite youtube channel is actually just a convoluted marketing gambit.
Dear, this video is very impressive. So personal, real… It shows to me transparency and integrity. I love It! Unhappily I am not a fluent inglish speaker, but I could absorve the main content. thanks
Your videos are SO inspiring! I am not an architect, but I have a very strong interest. So many of these things are applicable to my line of work as well. I work as a data analyst and so much of this is helpful just from a professional perspective. Thanks!!!
Thank you to share your carreer time line, congratulations by your strong skills in comunication through the videos showing photos, films and mainly teaching your job methods. I'm braziliam and graduating in Architecture and Urbanism, I'm 51 years old, Engineer by 23 years and I'm preparing to start in a new journey as Architect. Thank you soo much by the tips!!!
Trabalhava em qual área como Engenheiro, compatriota? Atuo como Engenheiro Estrutural há 10 anos, aprendi um pouquinho bem pouquinho sobre Arquitetura e sobre Marketing aqui com o Eric, e estou doido pra montar parcerias!
Boa sorte na sua mudança de carreira!
wow! good luck! i’m 50 and want to get into it also!
Incredible...congratulations! Always a student...always...
Wishing you all the best, my friend!
@@nestoreleuteriopaivabendo5415 Nestor, sou Engenheiro Industrial Mecânico com carreira na automobilística (FORD / VW) na área de ferramental de estamparia de chapas (carroceria), estou me preparando a aposentadoria então devo me formar em 2025 para iniciar a carreira em Arquitetura e Urbanismo. Recomeçar mas fora do ambiente coorporativo, carreira autônoma. Abraço
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Outro ramo, totalmente diferente mesmo. Espero que consiga trazer algo da Engenharia Mecânica para levantar a qualidade dos serviços e manter o seu padrão de vida!