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Tangents by Out of ArchitectureNavigating Career Transitions and Identity in Architecture with OOA's Jacki SchaeferIn this episode, Jacki Schaefer shares her journey in architecture, highlighting the challenges faced during her career, the importance of job security, and the impact of curiosity on personal and professional growth. She discusses the value of architecture education in developing critical thinking skills and self-awareness. Jacki emphasizes the need for individuals to align their career choices with their values and passions for long-term fulfilment.Key insights include reflections on the architecture industry, the significance of finding one's identity beyond a profession, and the transformational power of self-exploration and authenticity in career decisions....2024-08-1351 min
Most Podern PodcastBuilding Businesses and Buildings - Evan Smith, Season 2: Careers
Evan Smith is Co-founder and Chief Technology Officer of Highland Park Technologies, a company focused on developing automated and cost effective ways to retrofit our built environment. As a licensed general contractor, creator, developer, and serial entrepreneur, shares his career journey moving through various roles and organizations to shape the world around us.
The discussion touches on creating a culture of learning and adaptation, both personally and professionally, shifting focus to leaner approaches in design and building, and challenging assumptions to embrace innovation.
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2024-04-0155 min
Most Podern PodcastArchitecture Career Specialist: Finding Your Way Towards Meaning and Fulfillment in Architecture - Jacki Schaefer, Season 2: CareersHow can one develop a rewarding and meaningful career as an architect?
Jacki Schaefer, an architecture career specialist, discusses her journey in the field of architecture and how transitioning away from it led to creating value for others. She highlights the disillusionment she experienced in practice and the disconnect between academia and the profession and how she turned both into a force for positive change for her own life. Jacki also emphasizes the value of career coaching and the need for individuals to understand their motivations and goals in the face of the narrow definitions of success...2024-03-1150 min
Most Podern PodcastSeason 2: Careers - Season PreviewOn the inaugural season of Most Podern, where we embark on an exploration of a fundamental question: How do we shape the world around us professionally? Join hosts Minkoo Kang, Libo Li, and Alex Yuen as they guide us on an insightful journey into the dynamic landscape of careers in and around the built environment.
Through candid conversations with professionals from an array of fields and pursuits, we delve into the intricacies of careers that quietly influence our world. From passionate architects to determined startup founders, our guests generously share their personal journeys, challenges, and aspirations as...2024-03-0447 min
Rice Architecture Tête-à-TêteConversation with alumnus Scott KeyThis week’s episode features a conversation between alumnus Scott Key and Career and Alumni Specialist Jacki Schaefer. Scott began his work on the Emergency Floor system during his time as a graduate student at Rice Architecture. He and fellow alumnus, Sam Brisendine, continued their work on this project after graduating. Jacki and Scott discuss the impact of his time at Rice, how he transitioned this project into real world production and where their company is heading now.Find more information at Rice Architecture News:https://arch.rice.edu/latest/news/t%C3%AAte-%C3%A0-t%C3%AAte-scott-austin-key2019-03-1215 min
Rice Architecture Tête-à-TêteConversation with alumni Ethan Feuer and Florence TangThis week’s episode features two interviews between Jacki Schaefer and alumni Ethan Feuer and Florence Tang. Their conversations include thoughts on how each of them pursued nontraditional architecture careers and how their experiences at Rice Architecture furthered and fueled their passions.Find more information at Rice Architecture News:https://arch.rice.edu/latest/news/t%C3%AAte-%C3%A0-t%C3%AAte-jacki-schaefer-and-rice-alumni-ethan-feuer-and-florence-tang2018-12-1818 min