In this eye-opening episode of Architect Nation, hosts Enoch Sears and Rion Willard dive into the gritty reality of financial challenges within the architecture industry, focusing on the often taboo subject of collections. They share personal anecdotes and insights, shedding light on the common but rarely discussed problem of late payments and its impact on small practices. Their conversation uncovers the underlying issues of client relationships and self-worth that many architects face, prompting a deeper discussion on solutions and strategies to ensure timely compensation. Discover the unconventional wisdom behind turning financial struggles into opportunities for strengthening client relationships. Learn about a unique approach that transformed a common industry problem into a compelling success story. Find out the secret to navigating difficult conversations about money with confidence and professionalism. Uncover the surprising impact of late payments on creativity and productivity in the architectural field. Tune in to learn how to tackle these challenges head-on, ensuring your work is not just respected, but also rewarded accordingly.   ► Transcription: https://otter.ai/u/J6HzEduLmUVOwwfRcV3aruBzcyQ?utm_source=copy_url ► Feedback? Email us at podcast@businessofarchitecture.com ► 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 my 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/enoch.sears/ Website: https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BusinessofArch Podcast: http://www.businessofarchitecture.com/podcast 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 Download the FREE Architecture Firm Marketing Process Flowchart video here: http://freearchitectgift.com Carpe Diem!