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Explore insights from live coaching calls and learn how to navigate and solve complex, multi-layered exam questions. This episode focuses on crucial skills like calculating building efficiency and understanding the importance of all constraints. Perfect for aspiring architects aiming to PASS the Architecture Registration Examination (ARE 5.0) PA or PPD divisions.

00:00 Introduction to the Deep Dive

00:26 Decoding Tricky Exam Questions

00:58 Understanding the ARE 5.0 Exam

01:40 Library Design Scenario Breakdown

04:07 Calculating Building Efficiency

06:48 Applying Constraints and Maximizing Efficiency

08:16 Key Takeaways and Real-World Application

10:38 Conclusion and Premium Coaching Benefits

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Struggling with all the financial jargon in ARE 5.0 Practice Management (PcM)? You’re not alone. In this episode, we break down two must-know concepts that show up on the exam and in real practice: Net Operating Revenue (NOR) and the Net Multiplier.

👉 What you’ll learn:

• The real definition of Net Operating Revenue (and what costs are subtracted)
• Reimbursable vs. non-reimbursable project expenses (with clear examples)
• How the Net Multiplier works and why it’s basically your firm’s financial “report card”
• The link between break-even rate and profitability
• How to use these metrics in fee proposals, staffing decisions, and firm strategy

This isn’t just theory, these insights come straight from our Mind Over ARE coaching calls with Head Coach Shikha. If you want to pass PcM and understand how an architecture firm truly stays profitable, this deep dive is for you.

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In this episode, we tackle the complexities of electrical systems that often intimidate ARE 5.0 candidates. Learn why memorizing formulas isn't enough, the key differences between single-phase and three-phase power, and the critical role of efficiency and demand in real-world projects. By connecting these concepts to practical scenarios, you'll gain a deeper understanding that can help you succeed in your exams. Join us for insights that will make electrical systems less abstract and more manageable.

00:00 Introduction to Electrical for A.R.E. Candidates

00:46 Common Mistake #1: Memorizing Without Understanding

01:52 Common Mistake #2: Single-Phase vs. Three-Phase Power

02:44 Common Mistake #3: Efficiency and Demand

03:49 Wrapping Up: Key Takeaways and Next Steps

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Struggling to find the right time to take your ARE? In this Coaching Insights Overview, we pull highlights from a live Mind Over ARE call — from breaking past exam hesitation with a clear 3-week plan, to smarter study strategies, to contract lessons every architect needs. Quick, practical takeaways to keep you moving toward licensure.

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This viral video of a stadium swaying under the feet of the crowd leaves people to wonder what is going on! I responded with a comment describing resonance and why this could lead to a catastrophic event. This comment has thousands of likes, so here's a video explaining it further. 

0:00 - Is this stadium going to FAIL in this viral video?!
3:26 - Resonance: Defining resonance and its significance
4:51 - Is This Stadium Safe?: Analyzing the footage and raising concerns
7:38 - Millennium Bridge: Shut Down After Grand Opening
9:51 - Aspiring Architects: What You Need to Know
12:39 - The Architect's Responsibility: Public Safety
14:33 - Final Thoughts

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Dive into the world of architecture with this concise, 10-minute overview! Learn what architecture really is, explore key design principles (form, function, sustainability), and discover how iconic styles—from ancient wonders to cutting-edge green buildings—shaped our built environment. We’ll also break down the architectural process step by step, from initial concept sketches to final construction. Whether you’re a curious beginner, a student of design, or just love beautiful buildings, this video will give you a solid foundation in the art and science of creating great spaces.

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How to Become a Licensed Architect Even if You’re Neurodivergent (ADHD Edition)

Architecture school is one of the hardest majors, and becoming a licensed architect? It’s a marathon. If I had overthought it before starting, I might have said, “No way, not for me.” But I didn’t. I kept going, learned to work with my ADHD, and figured it out as I went.

If you’ve ever struggled with focus, motivation, or feeling “inconsistent,” you’re not alone. In this video, I share my journey from barely scraping by in school to becoming a licensed architect—all while embracing my neurodivergence. You don’t have to study like everyone else. You just have to figure out your way.

0:00 - Intro
01:07 - Architecture school is HARD! Here’s how I made it through with ADHD
04:36 - Step 1: Letting go of perfectionism
05:40 - Step 2: Study in your OWN way
08:52 - Step 3: Comparisonitis
10:04 - Step 4: Dealing with inconsistencies
11:34 - Step 5: Hyperfixations

13:00 - Step 6: Be on your own timeline
14:16 - Step 6: Staying present & being kind to myself
15:48 - Final thoughts

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Enrollment to MOA opens only a few times a year, and spots are limited! Enroll today if you're ready to PASS the ARE and become a Licensed Architect.
CLICK HERE to secure your spot now! (Enrollment Deadline: midnight Friday 1/24)

1:57 – Kicking Off: ARE Exams & Mind Over ARE Enrollment
3:09 – Q&A Session Overview
3:17 – Is Mind Over ARE a PDF or Video Course?
4:21 – Strategy vs. Content: How MOA Helps
4:40 – Memorizing Answers vs. Understanding Concepts
5:24 – Reading Comprehension & Case Study Time Management
6:32 – Overcoming Fails & Invisible Barriers
7:38 – Ideal Candidates for Mind Over ARE
8:39 – Bonuses: ABC Club, Ultimate Study Plan & More
9:48 – Parent & Financial Masterclasses, Time Hacking Playbook
10:18 – About the Live Study Sessions & Cohort Size
10:29 – Combining Content & Strategy
10:31 – Real‐World vs. “NCARB World” Conflicts
11:30 – How Study Sessions Help with PPD/PDD
12:45 – Tackling Test Anxiety & Retakes
14:00 – Program Logistics & 8‐Week Structure
15:00 – Enrollment Timeline & 30‐Day Guarantee
16:30 – Weekly Schedule: Monday (Technical) & Wednesday (Pro Practice)
18:00 – Lifetime Access vs. VIP Option
20:00 – Time Management & Avoiding Overwhelm
22:00 – Enrollment Closing & Cohort Filling
24:00 – Pricing Tiers: Standard vs. VIP
26:00 – Ongoing Support After 8 Weeks

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*Are you burning out on the path to becoming an architect? You're not alone. In this episode, I sit down with Morgan Chawaga, AKA The Healthy Architect, to uncover the biggest mistakes aspiring architects make when it comes to their health, happiness, and career success.

Morgan shares her personal journey from burnout to balance and offers actionable strategies to help you:

• Break free from the grind culture of architecture
• Balance work, life, and the licensure process
• Embrace failure as a tool for growth

We’ll also explore how the architecture industry is evolving—and why unhealthy firms may soon become a thing of the past.

Don’t wait to prioritize your health and happiness—watch now and take the first step toward building a better career.*

Connect with Morgan on Instagram @the_healthy_architect_ or online https://www.thehealthyarchitect.org/

📌 Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
01:30 Morgan’s story: From burnout to balance
07:45 The #1 mistake aspiring architects make
15:30 Why failure is your greatest teacher
23:00 The future of the architecture industry

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💬 Let me know your thoughts in the comments or on Instagram @BYoungDesign!

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Starting the ARE®? START HERE
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Bring back the FUN in studying architecture
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Our free ARE Community is NOW LIVE! Join us today. Sign up HERE.

Mind Over ARE is now part of ABC Club Premium! That means you can join us inside our signature program today! Click here to get started.

Starting the ARE®? START HERE
+ ARE Resource Guide FREE download

Bring back the FUN in studying architecture
+ ARE Activity Book

Top Tips to PASS the ARE®
+ 31 Best ARE Tips FREE download

FAILING the exams and don't know why? Download the workbook below
+ FREE Breakthrough Toolkit Workbook

Find out more about BYoung Design here
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Get all our free ARE Resources here
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