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05/03/10 The Seven Characteristics of Leaders Start with vision, humor, enthusiasm, and a deep motivation to learn. James P. Cramer
05/03/10 Make No Mistake: Technology Offers Clues Don’t fear failure; embrace its lessons. We are challenged by a shifting industry, but technology will help us map what’s ahead. James P. Cramer
05/03/10 1 If You’re Not Online, You’re Behind If you thought online networking venues such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter were just for fun, think again. They are essential tools for building a firm’s reputation. Evelyn Lee
05/03/10 IT for Strategic Advantage It’s time to reconsider how information technology can contribute to a robust knowledge capture and business intelligence environment. EYP demonstrates how, when properly implemented, IT can yield strategic advantage. Bradley Horst
05/03/10 1 Navigating the Legal Landscape of BIM Building information modeling has changed the professional landscape. Although the benefits of using BIM outweigh the risks, it’s imperative that firms use well-crafted contracts to avoid potential trouble. Adam T. Mow and Kenneth J. Naylor
04/29/10 Writing the Digital Project Story Delivering on the promise of expertise-driven design requires a carefully planned approach that not only manages project information throughout the organization but also extends the value of this information by sharing compelling stories with internal and external consumers. Bradley Horst
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 Just How Expendable Are Design Professionals? There is power in understanding new knowledge and in making the future your friend. There is satisfaction in confronting the forces that can create an immunity to change. And there is newly born enthusiasm when leaders have a refreshed vision for the future. James P. Cramer
03/02/10 Value-Based Design Fees: A New Approach to Compensation If the conventional system of setting fees is to be replaced by something better, then both owners and architects will need to benefit and will have to agree on the method. Scott Simpson
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

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