Thinking of leaving the structured world of an architecture firm to go solo? The transition from employee to business owner is a big shift—personally and professionally. Here are five major changes you’ll experience (and grow from!) when you trade firm life for freelancing or running your own design studio—plus tools to help you thrive along the way.
Why Am I Working So Hard and Still Broke?
Feeling like you’re working nonstop but never getting ahead financially? Whether you’re a freelancer or a design business owner, managing projects, pricing, and finances can feel overwhelming. In this post, I break down the five biggest challenges creatives face—and show how the Firm to Freedom Complete Bundle provides the tools you need to charge confidently, track your money, and build a sustainable, profitable business.
Architecture Jobs Are Slowing—Now What? (For Small Studio Owners + Solo Designers)
If project inquiries have dropped off, timelines are getting pushed, or clients are suddenly tightening their budgets—you’re not alone. Economic instability has a ripple effect across the architecture world (and every other industry). But while things might be slower on the surface, this season can still be an opportunity to recalibrate, rethink, and rebuild stronger.
From Firm to Freedom: What to Know Before You Go Solo
Thinking about leaving firm life behind to go out on your own? Whether you’re daydreaming about flexible hours, better clients, or finally doing work your way, the leap into freelancing or starting your own business can be both exciting and overwhelming. In this post, I’m sharing what I wish I’d known before I made the jump—from mindset shifts to real talk about money—so you can feel more prepared, confident, and grounded as you move toward freedom.
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Free Time Tracking and Invoicing for Freelancers
If you’re looking for a free customizable method for tracking your time and invoicing your clients then look no further! This is the system I created and used when I first began freelancing which was a huge step up from using my notebook. If you hate doing math, I’ll show you the formulas you need to make sure your hours and amounts due are calculated correctly. Best of all you can fully customize your invoices to get them to look however you envisioned!
