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591: Culture Beats Strategy - Why Most Firms Fail The "Ego Trap" and Never Make it Past 10 Years with Aran McCarthy & Jennifer Kenson of FCA Architects
In this episode of the Business of Architecture, Rion Willard sits down with FCA leaders Jennifer Kenson and Aran McCarthy. They share their unique journeys to their current roles and offer insights into how FCA manages growth, especially through recent acquisitions. Their approach to culture, transparency, and leadership is refreshing and could change how you view the dynamics of large architecture firms.
They also reveal FCA’s approach to building a collaborative, supportive work environment. Listen in to discover how this multi-office firm integrates new teams without losing its values and keeps the culture strong across locations.
- Curious how a major architecture firm stays true to its roots after 70 years?
- Want to know FCA’s secret to successfully blending cultures after acquisitions?
- Hear the surprising way FCA handles financial transparency with employees.
- Discover why “culture eats strategy for breakfast” at this firm.
To learn more about Aran & Jennifer, visit their:
Website: www.fcarchitects.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fcarchs/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Francis-Cauffman-110456185686383/
Twitter: https://www.fcarchitects.com/contact
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/FCArchitects_Inc/
► Transcription: https://otter.ai/u/72WAOC-ZlwVP6gtf67WO1iaKPZY?utm_source=copy_url
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https://www.youtube.com/c/BusinessofArchitecture
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For more free tools and resources for running a profitable, impactful, and fulfilling practice, connect with me on:
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Carpe Diem!
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By Enoch Sears & Rion Willard
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In this episode of the Business of Architecture, Rion Willard sits down with FCA leaders Jennifer Kenson and Aran McCarthy. They share their unique journeys to their current roles and offer insights into how FCA manages growth, especially through recent acquisitions. Their approach to culture, transparency, and leadership is refreshing and could change how you view the dynamics of large architecture firms.
They also reveal FCA’s approach to building a collaborative, supportive work environment. Listen in to discover how this multi-office firm integrates new teams without losing its values and keeps the culture strong across locations.
- Curious how a major architecture firm stays true to its roots after 70 years?
- Want to know FCA’s secret to successfully blending cultures after acquisitions?
- Hear the surprising way FCA handles financial transparency with employees.
- Discover why “culture eats strategy for breakfast” at this firm.
To learn more about Aran & Jennifer, visit their:
Website: www.fcarchitects.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fcarchs/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Francis-Cauffman-110456185686383/
Twitter: https://www.fcarchitects.com/contact
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/FCArchitects_Inc/
► Transcription: https://otter.ai/u/72WAOC-ZlwVP6gtf67WO1iaKPZY?utm_source=copy_url
► Feedback? Email us at [email protected]
► Access your free training at http://SmartPracticeMethod.com/
► If you want to speak directly to our advisors, book a call at https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/call
► Subscribe to our YouTube Channel for updates:
https://www.youtube.com/c/BusinessofArchitecture
*******
For more free tools and resources for running a profitable, impactful, and fulfilling practice, connect with me on:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/businessofarchitecture
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/businessofarch/
Website: https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/yt
Twitter: https://twitter.com/BusinessofArch
Podcast: http://www.businessofarchitecture.com/show
iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-architecture-podcast/id588987926
Android Podcast Feed: http://feeds.feedburner.com/BusinessofArchitecture-podcast
Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9idXNpbmVzc29mYXJjaGl0ZWN0dXJlLmxpYnN5bi5jb20vcnNz
*******
Access the FREE Architecture Firm Profit Map video here: http://freearchitectgift.com
Carpe Diem!
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