Business Practice & Compensation

       This journal entry is written for those who design and build, but it may also be applicable to many vocations, businesses and ventures. Many people from the public assume that a university level education is the only way to formally design architecture and open a thriving practice. Yet, while it is the most popular and simple pathway, it is not the only vector.

       As the architecture practice working with 360lightwave establishes, it is achieving progress by forming relationships with civil groups and practioners. In this process, the founder has seen many students lack technical comprehension. Thus, before establishing a new architecture practice or deciding to become a formal architect, perhaps consider building simple dwellings for nonprofits or build in the countrysides of developing countries.

       Be generous, but be not naive with what you may possess. Rather than first apply to become a student, visit a university and request to audit or sample design studios before enrolling. Most schools are very busy and likely see an individual student as less vital to its success . Therefore, if one decides to go through the univerisity first- to be part of a practice- understand a support network outside a school is fundamental.

       Next, consider protecting your works by becoming familiar with the legal framworks of the regions one wishes to design or build within- both in collegiate environments and the open markets. The founder of this architecture practice has seen terrible situations and been prey to many things and more experience has brought better outcomes, but some knowledges might have made founding new businesses less painful. Some places can simply be predatory at times. Yet, there are so many benefits and rewards to being part of a thriving business practice!

       Constituents may consider those lacking resources as less important to protect or serve their interests. Leverage what you can offer or find new spaces. Established units of a network in such areas may see a lower obstacle to taking from such people beyond what is considered ethical, but this is just a portion of the global civilization. There are so many thoughtful peoples who are productive even in the worst environments. Find new modes! Contribute to better improving practices. Undestand the regional banking system and leverage accomplishments and whatever accounting systems advance there. In a bad, poor or undesired position, find new realms of possibility there or far away!

       Follow your heart and mind and then use data to make informed decisions. Without better understanding of the self- worldly knowledge, certifications and tools can only yield limited achievements. Keep the people occupying your designed spaces now and in the future close in the mind.