ARCHITECTING Podcast - Career + Lifestyle Mentoring for Architects looking to move beyond overwhelm and make a difference through design

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ARCHITECTING Podcast - Career + Lifestyle Mentoring for Architects looking to move beyond overwhelm and make a difference through design episodes

August 12, 2025Work-Life Mastery in Respecting Time, Place, and Clients: Interview with Peter Sandiford
As an architect, nothing feels better than knowing a space you designed brought someone joy, or peace. But it's not easy to tap into that zone when you aren't making space for any of that in your own life. In this episode, you'll hear from architect Peter Sandiford how he stopped going against the grain and started working with his instincts, energy levels and the environment to uplevel his practice.
People sense when a building flows, with the rhythms of the environment by being sustainable and resilient, with the culture by respecting the vernacular, and with their own energy using feng shui principles.
Happy architects make happy buildings. Work life integration requires that you respect your time and energy first.
Find the work style that works for you and you'll stop struggling to be successful.
CONNECT WITH PETER:
https://www.habitatsdesigns.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-sandiford-m-arch-b-e-d-s-bia-arb-47197619/

Stay Inspired,
Angela
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29 min
August 07, 2025The Super Secret Power of Introverts
It's all about energy, and if you're an introvert, you aren't getting it by peopling. Not that you're misanthropic. You just need to be very discerning about what and who gets your precious energy and build in recovery time. Deep dive with me into this topic
Introverts are not incompetent extroverts, you have a whole different style of interfacing with the world that gets corrupted when you are expected to wear the mask of an extrovert.
Introverts are empathetic and passionate people. You care about the people and causes they resonate with and commit to them unflinchingly.
Because introverts expend energy from interacting with others, you selectively invest it in alignment with your passions.
Introverts can see the patterns, connect the dots, and convene the right resources because you take the time to process - trust your instincts
It's essential to rest and restore in order to be able to function best when interacting with others. Self care helps you exhibit your strengths not your weaknesses.
💡 Download The Perfectionist Trap Guide: architectingpodcast.com/perfectionismtrap

Stay Inspired,
Angela
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Into/outro music Alive by Richard Wasson Copyright 2019
23 min
July 30, 2025Navigating Toxic vs. Team Player: Your Guide to Workplace Personalities
Tired of tiptoeing around tough personalities at work? Whether it's the micromanaging boss, the passive-aggressive peer, or the coworker who just rubs you the wrong way, this episode gives you the mindset and tools to navigate workplace personalities with emotional intelligence and influence.
Learn how to decode personality types in the workplace and embrace differences instead of avoiding them—and how to use curiosity to challenge your own assumptions.
Avoid being boxed in by similarity bias or typecast in ways that limit your potential.
Manage up - leverage informal influence to have agency and power without needing a title.
Align with leadership without losing your voice
Use body language and mirroring strategies to build instant rapport
Keep the peace and stay focused on your real goals
💡 Download The Perfectionist Trap Guide: architectingpodcast.com/perfectionismtrap

Stay Inspired,
Angela
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Interested in sponsoring a show or having me as a guest on your podcast or community? Stop here to get information.
Into/outro music Alive by Richard Wasson Copyright 2019
28 min
July 23, 2025The Ultradian Hack: Transform Your Day in 20 Minutes
Having one of those days? Where you slog through, struggling to focus and not send the intern searching for a different career path because you had no tolerance for truly dumb questions? Before you actually start breathing fire or day drinking, take a listen to this episode. I talk about a biological cycle called ultradian rhythm, a pattern of performance peaks and valleys that oscillates its way through your day, that no one talks about but everyone should.
The the ultradian rhythm is a natural biological cycle that creates performance highs and lows throughout your day. Learn how to recognize these waves and use them to your advantage.
Discover practical strategies to prioritize self-care even on your busiest days and why pushing through when you're burned out is the worst move you can make.
Reclaim control, boost your focus, and build resilience—because the key to mastering your day isn’t working harder, it’s working smarter.
✨ BONUS RESOURCES
💡 Check out the Space Doctor Playlist on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbiPGjyBqQOIf56hhvVCYtBKfCyfaQVEz
💡 Download The Perfectionist Trap Guide: architectingpodcast.com/perfectionismtrap
Stay Inspired,
Angela
Join the architecting community:
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Interested in sponsoring a show or having me as a guest on your podcast or community? Stop here to get information.
Into/outro music Alive by Richard Wasson Copyright 2019
20 min
July 15, 2025The Joy Experiment: Rewire Your Brain for Success
What if joy isn’t a reward for success, but the secret to achieving it? In this episode, I give you the cheat code for prioritizing your life around the happy. Dive into The Joy Experiment—an exploration of how choosing joy over stress transforms your brain, boosts resilience, and unlocks long-term creativity and fulfillment.
Learn about the neuroscience of joy: dopamine, oxytocin, seratonin, and endorphins
How joy activates the parasympathetic nervous system and enhances cognitive flexibility, making you more decisive, resilient, creative and motivated.
How joy turns you into the ultimate influencer, growing your network and strengthening personal and professional connections.
Practical ways to retrain your brain for joy—on purpose
✨ BONUS RESOURCES
💡 Download The Perfectionist Trap Guide: architectingpodcast.com/perfectionismtrap
Stay Inspired,
Angela
Join the architecting community:
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Interested in sponsoring a show or having me as a guest on your podcast or community? Stop here to get information.
Into/outro music Alive by Richard Wasson Copyright 2019
23 min
July 08, 2025Tired of Performing? Give Yourself Permission to Be Real
Tired of people-pleasing and constantly chasing approval? It’s draining your energy, eroding your confidence, and keeping you stuck in self-doubt. The truth? You’ll never feel fulfilled trying to meet everyone else’s expectations. In this episode, learn how self-authorization helps you stop seeking validation and start living on your own terms—with clarity, confidence, and freedom.

In this episode, we unpack:
Why people-pleasing is exhausting and unsustainable
How seeking external validation keeps you stuck in self-doubt
The hidden cost of always needing others' approval
A mindset shift: Self-authorization as the antidote to burnout
You’ll learn a powerful strategy to break free from the cycle of approval-seeking by giving yourself permission to live and lead on your own terms. This concept of self-authorization helps you reconnect with your intuition, build unshakable confidence, and set healthy boundaries—without guilt.
If you’ve ever felt like you're constantly proving yourself or afraid to disappoint others, this episode is for you.
It’s time to stop outsourcing your worth. Tune in to discover how to:
Cultivate inner validation instead of chasing praise
Reclaim your personal power in work and life
Build stronger, more authentic relationships
Attract opportunities aligned with your true values

✨ BONUS RESOURCES
💡 Download The Perfectionist Trap Guide: architectingpodcast.com/perfectionismtrap
Stay Inspired,
Angela
Join the architecting community:
YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Clubhouse, Facebook
Interested in sponsoring a show or having me as a guest on your podcast or community? Stop here to get information.
Into/outro music Alive by Richard Wasson Copyright 2019
23 min
July 01, 2025Stop Hoping. Start Leading: The Blueprint to Get Promoted
Think you need to wait until you're "perfect" to go for that promotion? Think again. In this episode, we walk through a powerful Promotion Readiness Checklist tailored specifically for women in architecture. From project wins to mindset shifts, you’ll learn how to assess your leadership potential—and make your next move with confidence.
Whether you're eyeing senior designer, project manager, or principal, this episode helps you stop doubting and start leading.
Performance & Expertise: Are you delivering value that drives results?
Leadership & Influence: Are you guiding others and shaping outcomes?
Visibility & Advocacy: Are your contributions being seen and championed?
Confidence & Mindset: Are you standing in your power—or holding back?
Strategic Fit: Do your goals align with what leadership looks for?

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✨ BONUS RESOURCES
💡 Download The Perfectionist Trap Guide: architectingpodcast.com/perfectionismtrap
Stay Inspired,
Angela
Join the architecting community:
YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Clubhouse, Facebook
Interested in sponsoring a show or having me as a guest on your podcast or community? Stop here to get information.
Into/outro music Alive by Richard Wasson Copyright 2019
23 min
June 25, 2025Design a Message That Moves - Brand Strategy for Architects: Interview with Robert Bean
Sick of marketing that feels fake? Robert Bean of IMPACT shares how ethical persuasion and purpose-driven storytelling attract dream clients - no selling out necessary. Discover how your unique purpose, not the usual list of qualifications, is your most valuable marketing tool.
Design has a unique power to heal, but we don't spend enough time talking about how the spaces we create will make someone feel
Marketing is the energy of stating "I'm here!" You have to value yourself to be valued.
Your unique story is your value, not the status quo
Always apply the "fun metric." If you aren't enjoying your work, you're stuck and so is your ability to resonate with clients and be ingenious.
The magic of attracting ideal clients lies in the story of your purpose, the BTS process of creating a design and the testimonial of user experience.
The story emerges when we listen, to ourselves and our clients. Telling that story is one of the highest forms of marketing - ethical persuasion
🔗 Connect With Robert Bean:
👉 LinkedIn: IMPACT.eco on LinkedIn
🌐 Website: https://www.impact.eco

✨ BONUS RESOURCES
💡 Download The Perfectionist Trap Guide: architectingpodcast.com/perfectionismtrap
⭐ Leave a Google Review (mention this episode!): Click here
Stay Inspired,
Angela
Join the architecting community:
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Interested in sponsoring a show or having me as a guest on your podcast or community? Stop here to get information.
Into/outro music Alive by Richard Wasson Copyright 2019
46 min
June 17, 2025 Designing with Soul: What Aboriginal Songlines Teach Us About Place
During my vacation in Australia, I’e had some incredible opportunities to connect with the landscape, geology and culture. In this episode hear about the Aboriginal concept of the songline and its use as a ritual connecting place, mythology, and the human journey through life.
12 min
June 09, 2025Brand Therapy: Interview with Jaime Schwarz
We can all use a little brand therapy. Realigning what we do and why we do it with the people who want and need our services. In this interview, Jaime Schwarz shares the secret sauce to authentic and resonant branding.
When you heal your business identity, you reconnect with your audience
Brand therapy is more than a rebrand or a logo refresh. It's a strategic and emotional deep dive into the soul of your business to uncover what’s been holding your brand back and what will move it forward.
Whether you DIY or work with a brand therapist, the first step is awareness. Start by asking:
What do I want people to feel when they interact with my brand?
Am I proud of how my brand shows up in the world?
What values am I willing to defend at all costs?
CONTACT JAIME:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaimeschwarz/
Website: https://brandtherapy.coach/
Check out my new Perfectionist Trap guide to learn more: https://architectingpodcast.com/index.php/perfectionismtrap/
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Stay Inspired,
Angela
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Interested in sponsoring a show or having me as a guest on your podcast or community? Stop here to get information.
Into/outro music Alive by Richard Wasson Copyright 2019
39 min

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