Management

08/31/10 The Leadership Circle of Life Some of the most important leadership lessons I’ve ever learned came from a Disney movie. Susan Mitchell-Ketzes
07/07/10 Driving Success and Innovation in Design and Construction New book examines inefficiencies and waste, offering solutions to recreate the building industry.
06/25/10 LEEDing to Conclusion The ultimate measure of success for sustainable design will come when we stop thinking about it primarily in terms of attaining a silver, gold or platinum rating and we just get on with it. Scott Simpson
06/25/10 1 Sustainable Growth as Public Policy If we are going to transform our environment, then political leaders need to become advocates for sustainable planning and design practices. And they’ll become advocates only by hearing from architects and planners. Mark E. Strauss
05/03/10 The Seven Characteristics of Leaders Start with vision, humor, enthusiasm, and a deep motivation to learn. James P. Cramer
04/22/10 What it Takes to Be on the Board Most architects have not had the kind of business experience required to serve on a board of directors. There are some requisite characteristics that can be learned. Roger Swanson
04/15/10 Book Provides Leadership Vision for Architecture, Engineering “The Language of Leadership: Stories and Studies in Courage, Wisdom, and Sacrifice” by Louis L. Marines
03/02/10 The Leader’s Cultural Compass Points As leaders, we have the ability to improve the work environment by our actions and attitudes. Especially when times are tough, we owe this to staff, who have chosen to follow our dreams with us. Roger Swanson
03/02/10 Rescuing the Next Generation If architecture is to stay fresh and progressive, it needs a continual infusion of new professionals. Although it’s difficult to conceive of hiring during this era of layoffs, we can’t afford to lose the talent that the next generation has to offer. Larry Speck
01/11/10 Hope Amid a Slow Construction Comeback 25 trends transforming architecture and design indicate there are opportunities amid the sluggish recovery.

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