Podcast – Architect Exam Prep

Podcast – Architect Exam Prep episodes:

• 01.16.2024

  Episode 71: The Only 3 Ways to Change a Contract

  In this podcast, we discuss the only 3 ways to change the contract for construction using the Architects Supplemental Instruction, Change Order, and Construction Change Directive. Listen to the Audio Click to Watch Please Subscribe Receive automatic updates...

  
• 01.11.2024

  Episode 70: The Two Week Retake Plan

  In this podcast, we discuss a step by step plan for a two retake plan. Listen to the Audio Click to Watch Please Subscribe Receive automatic updates when you subscribe below! Please rate us on iTunes! If you...

  
• 11.20.2023

  Episode 69: Be Careful Who You Tell

  In this podcast, we discuss the struggle that can come with telling extended family when it comes to gatherings. Listen to the Audio Click to Watch Please Subscribe Receive automatic updates when you subscribe below! Please rate us...

  
• 10.23.2023

  Episode 68: 9 Tips to Get Your Confidence Back

  In this podcast, we discuss 9 tips to get your confidence back. Listen to the Audio Click to Watch Please Subscribe Receive automatic updates when you subscribe below! Please rate us on iTunes! If you enjoyed the show,...

  
• 10.19.2023

  Episode 67: Just Say No to Using Just

  In this podcast, we discuss the use of the word "just" and the impression it leaves on others. Listen to the Audio Click to Watch Please Subscribe Receive automatic updates when you subscribe below! Please rate us on...

  
• 09.19.2023

  Episode 66: Afraid to Ask Questions? We’re Here to Help

  In this micro podcast, we discuss our fear of being afraid to ask questions and dive into the why behind it. Listen to the Audio Click to Watch Please Subscribe Receive automatic updates when you subscribe below! Please...

  
• 09.15.2023

  Episode 65: The Mindset of Design Bid Build

  In this micro podcast, we discuss the traditional project delivery method of design bid build. Listen to the Audio Click to Watch Please Subscribe Receive automatic updates when you subscribe below! Please rate us on iTunes! If you...

  
• 09.08.2023

  Episode 64: Round Up or Round Down?

  In this micro podcast, we discuss the common issue many candidates face and that is whether to round up or round down. Listen to the Audio Click to Watch Please Subscribe Receive automatic updates when you subscribe below!...

  
• 08.25.2023

  Episode 63: Fake It Until You Make It? Maybe.

  In this micro podcast, we discuss the common phenomenon known as imposter syndrome. Listen to the Audio Click to Watch Please Subscribe Receive automatic updates when you subscribe below! Please rate us on iTunes! If you enjoyed the...

  
• 08.22.2023

  Episode 62: How Do I Prepare for a Retake?

  In this micro podcast, we discuss how candidates can successfully prepare for a retake. Listen to the Audio Click to Watch Please Subscribe Receive automatic updates when you subscribe below! Please rate us on iTunes! If you enjoyed...

  
• 08.18.2023

  Episode 61: I Missed It By One Question!

  In this micro podcast, we discuss why candidates often feel they missed it by one question. Listen to the Audio Click to Watch Please Subscribe Receive automatic updates when you subscribe below! Please rate us on iTunes! If...

  
• 08.15.2023

  Episode 60: Does Second Guessing Keep You From Passing?

  In this micro podcast, we discuss whether our tendency to second guess our answers helps us or hurst us. Listen to the Audio Click to Watch Please Subscribe Receive automatic updates when you subscribe below! Please rate us...

  
• 05.27.2023

  Episode 59: There Is No PA Question

  In this micro podcast, we discuss why there is no PA question. Listen to the Audio Click to Watch Please Subscribe Receive automatic updates when you subscribe below! Please rate us on iTunes! If you enjoyed the show,...

  
• 05.16.2023

  Episode 58: Help! I Bombed the Case Studies!

  In this micro podcast, we discuss the phenomenon known as "bombing the case studies". Listen to the Audio Click to Watch Please Subscribe Receive automatic updates when you subscribe below! Please rate us on iTunes! If you enjoyed...

  
• 05.10.2023

  Episode 57: What is Your Investment Worth?

  In this micro podcast, we discuss the investment in your architecture career and education and ask the question "Is it worth it?" Listen to the Audio Click to Watch Please Subscribe Receive automatic updates when you subscribe below!...

  
• 11.22.2021

  Episode 56: What Side of the House Does the Breakfast Room Go On?

  In this micro podcast, we discuss which side of the house the breakfast room should be located and the reasons behind it. Listen to the Audio Click to Watch  Please Subscribe Receive automatic updates when you subscribe below! Please rate us on iTunes! If you enjoyed...

  
• 10.13.2021

  Episode 55: Which Wolf Do You Feed

  In this micro podcast, we discuss an old Cherokee story and the wisdom to be gained from it. Listen to the Audio Click to Watch  Please Subscribe Receive automatic updates when you subscribe below! Please rate us on iTunes! If you enjoyed the show, please rate...

  
• 08.23.2021

  Episode 54: Studying Is Not Like Exercise

  In this micro podcast, we discuss how studying is not like exercise. It requires a different mindset and strategy. Listen in as we discuss some tips that will benefit your study habits. Listen to the Audio Click to Watch  Please Subscribe Receive automatic updates...

  
• 08.20.2021

  Episode 53: Call Of the Week: Failed 5 Years Ago

  In our Call Of the Week, we discuss Eric’s conversation with a candidates about failing 5 years ago and walking away from the process and how she can get back on the horse. Listen to the Audio Click to Watch  Please Subscribe Receive automatic...

  
• 08.18.2021

  Episode 52: Rack Up As Many Points As Possible

  In this micro podcast, we discuss the strategies necessary in racking up as many points as possible on exam day. Listen to the Audio Click to Watch  Please Subscribe Receive automatic updates when you subscribe below! Please rate us on iTunes! If you enjoyed the show,...

  
• 08.16.2021

  Episode 51: 5 Reasons You’re Failing the ARE®

  In this micro podcast, we discuss the 5 top reasons you’re failing the ARE®. Listen to the Audio Click to Watch  Please Subscribe Receive automatic updates when you subscribe below! Please rate us on iTunes! If you enjoyed the show, please rate it on iTunes and...

  
• 08.13.2021

  Episode 50: They Make It Hard On Purpose

  In this micro podcast, we discuss how this entire process is designed to be hard. It’s designed to test your meddle, to weed out those who don’t really want it. Listen to the Audio Click to Watch  Please Subscribe Receive automatic updates when you...

  
• 08.11.2021

  Episode 49: NCARB Pass Rate Stats

  We deep dive in to NCARB’s pass rate statistics to gain a better understanding of trends and the impact of retakes on the candidates’ mental mindset. Bad news, you’re doing worse on the retake and Eric and I discuss why...

  
• 08.09.2021

  Episode 48: Case Studies Are Just A Format

  The case studies have been a source of anxiety for candidates since 5.0 launched. They are a small part of the Exam process and we have found that many candidates put too much emphasis on the case studies. In other...

  
• 08.06.2021

  Episode 47: You’re Doing the Breaks All Wrong

  Eric and I discuss how you might be approaching the breaks all wrong. We continue to hear stories from candidates about getting locked out because they “just peeked” at the case study questions. Don’t let this be you! There’s no...

  
• 08.04.2021

  Episode 46: At Home Testing: The Pros & Cons

  Eric and I discuss the pros and cons of at home testing and 5 reasons why you should consider doing it (and 5 reasons you shouldn’t do it). Listen to the Audio Click to Watch  Please Subscribe Receive automatic updates when you subscribe below! Please...

  
• 08.02.2021

  Episode 45: You’ve Been Looking at These Tests All Wrong

  Eric and I introduce a new “micro” podcast format in which we discuss specific topics in a short amount of time, typically 10-15 minutes. These episodes are hyper focused and easy to consume in a limited amount of time. Today’s micro...

  
• 05.22.2019

  Episode 44: Eric Wants to Grow A Building – XPRIZE

  We get into the details of the nitty gritty of Eric's XPRIZE experience and discuss how he wants to grow buildings, as in living, breathing buildings.

  
• 05.22.2019

  Episode 44: Eric Wants to Grow A Building – XPRIZE

  Eric and I discuss 5 Things you should STOP doing right now. I already know we are going to hit on some nerves and not make everyone happy with this episode.

  
• 05.16.2019

  Episode 43: Eric Competes for XPRIZE

  Eric recently competed in the prestigious XPRIZE Competition. Tune in as we discuss this once in a lifetime opportunity.

  
• 05.16.2019

  Episode 43: Eric Competes for XPRIZE

  Eric and I discuss 5 Things you should STOP doing right now. I already know we are going to hit on some nerves and not make everyone happy with this episode.

  
• 05.02.2019

  Episode 42: 5 Things to STOP Doing Right Now

  Eric and I discuss 5 Things you should STOP doing right now. I already know we are going to hit on some nerves and not make everyone happy with this episode.

  
• 05.01.2019

  Episode 42: 5 Things to STOP Doing Right Now

  Eric and I discuss 5 Things you should STOP doing right now. I already know we are going to hit on some nerves and not make everyone happy with this episode.

  
• 04.23.2019

  Episode 41: Trekking with a Purpose in Nepal

  David recently returned from an amazing two weeks in Nepal.

  
• 04.23.2019

  Episode 41: Trekking with a Purpose in Nepal

  David recently returned from an amazing two weeks in Nepal.

  
• 01.06.2018

  Episode 40: How Cognitive Bias is Keeping You From Passing the ARE

  Is your brain baggage keeping you from achieving your goal of passing the ARE? Join Eric and I as we discuss how our own cognitive bias may be holding us back from passing the ARE. Listen to the Audio Please Subscribe Receive automatic updates when...

  
• 01.06.2018

  Episode 40: How Cognitive Bias is Keeping You From Passing the ARE

  Join Eric and I as we discuss how our own cognitive bias may be holding us back from passing the ARE.

  
• 09.23.2017

  Episode 39: Not Really Architect Goes to Jail for Practicing Without a License

  Think practicing without a license is a good idea? Think no one will find out? You might want to think again. Join Eric and I as we discuss the recent sentencing of an unlicensed individual who claimed to be an Architect. He’s...

  
• 09.16.2017

  Episode 38: New Apple Campus is the Most Green Building in the World. Seriously?

  Apple announced this week that their new Apple campus in Cupertino, CA is the greenest building in the work. It’s 3.5 million square feet of office and laboratory space. Green? Say what? Join Eric and I as we discuss Apple’s announcement this...

  
• 09.09.2017

  Episode 37: What We’ve Learned From NCARB 5.0

  5.0 is still a scary exam. or is it? Join Eric and I as we discuss what we’ve learned about 5.0 and the new challenges presented byt the new format. Listen to the Audio Click to Watch Please Subscribe Receive automatic updates when you subscribe below! Please...

  
• 09.01.2017

  Episode 36: Should An Architect Design or Buy Their Own Home?

  We probably all dream of one day of designing our own home. But what is the reality? Join Eric and I as we discuss the idea of designing versus buying your own home as well as share our recent experiences with the...

  
• 08.25.2017

  Episode 35: How to Use Your Architecture Career to Make the World a Better Place

  Can I really make a difference by becoming an Architect? Join Eric and I as we discuss how you can utilize your architecture training, degree, and experience to make the world a better place, one small step at a time. Listen to the...

  
• 06.02.2017

  Episode 34: Top 5 Things To Know: Working with Contractors

  Should Contractors simply be treated as hired help or indentured servants? Or do they deserve the same respect as other building professionals? Join Eric and I as we discuss the best ways to work with a Contractor to ensure a successful relationship (and...

  
• 06.02.2017

  Episode 34: Top 5 Things To Know: Working with Contractors

  Should Contractors simply be treated as hired help or indentured servants? Or do they deserve the same respect as other building professionals?

  
• 05.25.2017

  Episode 33: 5 Key Concepts for Successful Client Relationships

  Are you thinking about striking out on your own? Wondering what it’s like to work with clients? Join Eric and I as we discuss how to foster successful relationships with clients. Listen to the Audio Click to Watch Show Notes: Due to the complex nature of...

  
• 05.25.2017

  Episode 33: 5 Key Concepts for Successful Client Relationships

  Are you thinking about striking out on your own? Wondering what it's like to work with clients?

  
• 05.16.2017

  Episode 32: Get in the RIGHT Mindset to Pass the ARE!

  What if YOU are the reason you’re not passing the ARE? Join Eric and I as we discuss how to find that positive mindset so critical to preparing for and passing the ARE. Listen to the Audio Click to Watch Show Notes: QUOTE: Benjamin Barber, an eminent...

  
• 05.16.2017

  Episode 32: Get in the RIGHT Mindset to Pass the ARE!

  What if YOU are the reason you’re not passing the ARE? The post Episode 32: Get in the RIGHT Mindset to Pass the ARE! appeared first on Architect Exam Prep.

  
• 03.10.2017

  Episode 31: A Candid Interview with Jared Zurn, NCARB Director of Examination

  We’re going to the top and talking to NCARB and all things 5.0! Join Eric for a candid interview with Jared Zurn, Director of Examination as they discuss in depth topics related to 5.0. If you’re taking 5.0, this is a...

  
• 03.10.2017

  Episode 31: A Candid Interview with Jared Zurn, NCARB Director of Examination

  Join Eric for a candid interview with Jared Zurn, Director of Examination as they discuss in depth topics related to 5.0. If you're taking 5.0, this is a must listen to episode. The post Episode 31: A Candid Interview with Jared...