ABOUT THE SERIES
In this three-part series, we will explore strategies for business planning and effective management within an environment of unpredictability, including case studies, illustrating best practices. Leading a design firm offers a variety of unique challenges and opportunities. An unpredictable business environment and quickening pace of change requires firm owners to adapt, but how can firm owners proactively prepare for growth in uncertain times?
We'll begin by addressing why planning is critical to the success of your small architecture firm; specifically covering basic business plan components, where to begin, and the importance of connecting purpose, finance, marketing, and operations.
The planning overview will be followed by deeper dives into consistent action planning for marketing, business development, finance, and operations. All planning and management elements covered will focus on creating actionable steps for architecture firm leaders, so that your business plan can be used to guide long and short-term strategy and implementation.
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UPCOMING SESSIONS:
Financial Management Basics for Architects
Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 2pm ET | 11am PT
Financial management is an integral part of running an architecture firm. In fact, having a system in place to manage your finances has a direct impact on your firm’s cash flow and profitability. In this webinar, our experts will help you understand the basics of planning and managing your finances and how this can make a significant impact on your firm's bottom line.
Marketing and Business Development Planning for Architects
Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 1pm ET | 10am PT
What does a marketing and business development plan look like, and why does it matter? A plan shows you where you should focus your efforts and why, so that you're using the right tactics to attract the best prospects for your firm. In this webinar, we’ll review how to start a marketing strategy and build an actionable marketing plan that is realistic, budget-friendly, and measurable. Finally, we’ll discuss how authentic business development is separate from marketing but critical to building profitable relationships.
PAST SESSIONS:
An Introduction to Business Planning for Architects
Originally aired on September 12, 2024.
Managing a growing design firm offers a variety of unique challenges and opportunities. An unpredictable business environment and a quickening pace of change requires firm owners to adapt, but how can firm owners proactively prepare for growth in uncertain times? In this session, we will demystify the business planning process.
ABOUT BQE: A PROUD SPONSOR OF THIS MASTERCLASS SERIES
BQE Software develops innovative business management solutions for architecture, engineering, and other professional services firms. Its flagship product, BQE CORE, streamlines project management, time tracking, billing, accounting, and other business processes on a single platform. Every day, over 5,000 customers use BQE CORE to get clear visibility and control over their projects, productivity, and profitability – all in one place. Learn more at www.bqe.com.