A sole practitioner realises they are overstretched and need help. Matthew Turner advises on how to hire the right person
Author Archives: Matthew Turner
The Coach: ‘How do we scale the business up and go big time?’
Embarking on a significant growth programme for your business will be challenging on a number of fronts, advises Matthew Turner
The Coach: ‘Should we make the practice less hierarchical?’
An organisation where no one has authority over anyone else is chaotic, advises Matthew Turner
The coach: I still get stressed by deadline culture
You can get a lot can get done in a short time if you stay calm and don’t let stress cloud your thinking, advises Matthew Turner
The Coach: My practice doesn’t share my excitement over bricks
What should an architect do when their bosses want them to curb their enthusiasm for masonry? Matthew Turner advises
The Coach: How do I tell my bosses they’re falling short on sustainability?
A practice’s lead associate on sustainability needs to tell the partners they’re not doing enough. Matthew Turner advises them on the most effective course of action
The Coach: I’m worried about messing up in my new job
Matthew Turner advises an architect about to start their dream job on how to make the best impression
The Coach: How can I persuade my employer to let me work part time?
Post lockdown, practices are far more receptive to applications to work part-time, but you still need to make a clear and well-argued case, says Matthew Turner
The Coach: My promotion means I will be managing seven people. Any tips?
Being promoted to manage others requires a whole new skill-set. Matthew Turner gives his top tips for being an effective leader
The Coach: I want a change of career direction. Where do I start?
For an architect seeking a career change, Matthew Turner recommends a close and thorough examination of their current job