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Architect Exam Podcast004 - The Unknown and How to Plan For It: The Contingency EpisodeSomething will always go wrong on your architecture projects - it's not a matter of if, but when. In this episode, Michael Riscica shares crucial insights about contingencies, the powerful project management tool that keeps projects moving despite unexpected challenges. Drawing from years of professional experience, Michael explains why every project needs financial and scheduling safety nets. Learn who should carry contingencies (from owners to subcontractors), how to determine appropriate amounts based on project risks, and why it's always better to have extra time and money than to ask for more later. Whether you're studying...2025-03-1412 min
Architect Exam Podcast000- Welcome To The Architect Exam PodcastWelcome to the first episode of The Architect Exam Podcast with Michael Riscica! In this episode, Michael introduces this new ARE-focused podcast. Perfect for listening during your commute or study breaks. Find us everywhere you listen to podcasts and at The Young Architect Academy. Ready to make studying for the ARE less of a chore? Subscribe now and start your journey to becoming a licensed architect! 2025-03-1012 min
The Young Architect Podcast200 - Disrupting the Practice of Architecture with ExcellenceCEO of Young Architect, head Boot Camp Coach and Licensed Architect Michael Riscica is here for The Young Architect Podcast’s 200th episode to tell you how he's disrupting the Practice of Architecture! 2023-03-211h 04
The Young Architect Podcast193 - Working as an Owner's Representative with Katie MertenHave you been thinking about other career options outside of working in a traditional Architecture Office? Katie Merten is here to explain all the ins and outs of being an Owner's Representative and why it could be right for you!2022-12-2729 min
The Young Architect Podcast192 - Tackling the ARE together with Architects Kristin and Matthew SwitzerIn this episode of The Young Architect Podcast, Architects Matthew and Kristin Switzer share their inspiring story on how they were able to take on the ARE as a team.2022-12-1941 min
The Young Architect Podcast191 - Finding Your Niche with Architect Andy RoehlArchitect Andy Roehl tells his story on how finding his niche helped him to start the successful firm he runs now.2022-12-0736 min
The Young Architect Podcast190 - Side Hustles and Entrepreneurship with Nick LoperHave you ever explored a fun new way to bring in some extra cash? Let's talk all about side hustles today with Nick Loper!2022-11-2231 min
The Young Architect Podcast189 - Teaching with Passion with Architect Lonna BabuLonna Babu shares her powerful story about how she decided to become an Architect at 12 years old and why she is so passionate about teaching Architecture Students!2022-11-1533 min
The Young Architect Podcast188 - From Delivering Pizzas to Becoming a Licensed Architect with Evan BergerIn this episode Evan tells his inspiring story of how he made the decision to quit his job delivering pizzas to dive head first into architecture school.2022-11-071h 05
The Young Architect Podcast187 - Hanging Out in the Trees with Architect Brian JohnsonIn this episode Architect Brian Johnson discusses the importance of persistence when it comes to achievement.2022-10-2438 min
The Young Architect Podcast186 - Marketing Yourself with Caelan HuntressCaelan Huntress joins us to share his expert knowledge on marketing yourself.2022-09-2040 min
The Young Architect Podcast185 - How to Keep a Growth Mindset with Caitlin MorganCaitlin Morgan shares her inspiring story on how she has been able to keep her growth mindset in order to adapt and persevere through college, a global pandemic and working on a passion project. 2022-09-1243 min
The Young Architect Podcast184 - The Importance of Doing Meaningful Work and Having a Creative Outlet with Shernise RichardsonShernise Richardson shares her inspiring story on why she's so passionate about her work and how sketching has played such a big part of her life.2022-08-2226 min
Specified: Building Materials & Construction Growth PodcastStarting A Career In Architecture (With Michael Riscica)Michael Riscica is a Licensed Architect and the Founder of YoungArchitect.com.In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Michael talks about some of the challenges he faced while going through the process of architecture school and doing the architect exam, as well as why he was inspired to start YoungArchitect.com. He also discusses the growth they’ve experienced, some of the upcoming trends he’s looking forward to most in the architectural industry, and much more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast!Plea...2022-06-2721 min
The Young Architect Podcast183- Being Persistent and Achieving Success with Architect Rita HoArchitect Rita Ho discusses the importance being persistent and staying the course through hard times and not giving up on your dreams.2022-06-0947 min
The Young Architect Podcast182 - Mental Health in Architecture: Tips for Staying Focused with Architect Michelle MoyerLearn why Mental Health in Architecture is so important to a healthy work-life balance. Enjoy this podcast with Michelle Moyer!2022-05-2425 min
Context & Clarity for Small Firm Architects226: How to Be in an Office feat. Michael Celauro, Michael Riscica, and Rachel GreshamWhat's it like to work in architecture?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & Clarity LIVE, Panel Discussion - How to Be in an Office. On March 25th, SCI-Arc hosted a panel discussion titled “How to be in an office.” We think the topic deserves a better conversation. Michael Riscica is the Founder of Young Architect, Rachel Gresham is an Associate at TMPartners, and Mike Celauro is Department Manager at Summit Design and Engineering Services.In the original conversation, Michael, Rachel, and Mike talk...2022-05-1736 min
The Young Architect Podcast181 - Why Mentorship is Important with Tats NakagawaLearn why mentorship is important to succeed in any career, but especially in the Architecture industry. Enjoy this podcast with Tats Nakagawa.2022-05-1238 min
The Young Architect Podcast180 - Starting an Architecture Firm After Working InternationallyArchitect Abdallah El Cherbini joins me to tell his story about taking the ARE Boot Camp, his journey getting licensed with NCARB’s Foreign Architect Path and what it’s like starting his own architecture firm in New York City.2022-04-2540 min
The Young Architect Podcast179 - Going Full Circle in Your Career with Architect Chris ColbyIn today’s episode, Architect Chris Colby talks about how to elevate your career and overcome obstacles in the profession.2022-04-0542 min
The Young Architect Podcast178 - Overcoming Ineffective Leadership and “Bad Bosses” with Architect Shawna MabieIn today’s episode, Architect Shawna Mabie tells us about her history with “bad bosses” and how to avoid becoming one yourself.2022-03-2438 min
The Young Architect Podcast177 - Uncovering the Next Step with Architect Brad MichaelIn today’s episode, Architect Brad Michael explains how pursuing licensure and taking the AREs elevated his business.2022-03-1544 min
The Young Architect Podcast176 -Examining Both Sides of Mentorship with Travis Krimmel In today’s episode of the Young Architect Architect podcast, Travis Krimmel talks about the importance of mentorship and how it propelled his career.2022-03-0135 min
"I’ve never met a woman architect before..." podcast with Michele Grace Hottel, ArchitectEpisode 14: Interview with Michael Riscica, of YoungArchitects.comHi, It's Michele! Send me a text with who you want as a guest!This interview was for the AIA Conference in Las Vegas, 2019Michael RiscicaArchitect at Young ArchitectSyosset, NY, United StatesMichael Riscica, AIA is a Licensed Architect, keynote speaker, recognized teacher, internationalrecognized blogger, and creator of youngarchitect.com a platform which helps Architects succeed inschool, work and exams.Like many Architects, Michael loved architecture school, but felt blindsided by the real-worldchallenges that happened after: namely achieving financial stability in an...2022-01-2134 min