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PODCAST

SILL TALKS

Egbeiyon Leonard

SILL TALKS is a podcast dedicated to providing information, finding new ways and developing strategies to help the Architect, Designer and Creatives build better businesses that are profitable and sustainable.In each episode, Arc Egbeiyon Leonard breaks down the core principles that makes architectural businesses worth going into hence helping you find the sweet spot between architecture and business.From Branding to Negotiation for architects to Learning how to find a Niche in Architecture as well

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33:25

005 STAFFING OPTIONS FOR ARCHITECTS

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2025/08/25

Every architect hits that moment—you’re juggling projects, clients are calling, deadlines are piling up… and you realize, “I can’t do this alone anymore.” That’s when the big question comes in: how do I build the right team without draining my profits or losing control of my practice? In this episode of The SILL TALKS podcast, we dive into the different staffing options architects can use to grow smarter, not harder. We’ll talk about: The real differences between hiring full-time staff a...

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001 BRANDING FOR ARCHITECTS

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2025/08/21

Branding is more than a logo or a catchy name—it is the very identity of your architectural practice. In today’s competitive landscape, where clients have endless choices, the strength of your brand determines how you are perceived, the kind of projects you attract, and ultimately, the sustainability of your business. In this episode of The SILL TALKS Podcast, we unpack the fundamentals of branding tailored specifically for architects. You’ll learn: Why branding is essential in architect...

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24:39

002 THE DESIGNER'S GUIDE TO NEGOTIATION

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2025/08/21

The Designer’s Guide to Negotiation As architects and designers, we often dedicate years to mastering design skills but spend little time learning how to negotiate our value. The result? Undervalued work, underpriced fees, and missed opportunities. Negotiation isn’t just about money—it’s about setting boundaries, protecting your creative energy, and ensuring your practice thrives. In this episode of SILL TALKS, we dig deep into the art of negotiation and why it’s an essential business skill f...

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003 PRE-DESIGN DOCUMENTS TO ENSURE YOU GET PAID

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2025/08/21

One of the biggest mistakes architects and designers make is starting work without the right paperwork in place. Passion takes over, ideas start flowing, sketches hit the table… but when it’s time to collect fees, clients suddenly “forget” agreements, delay payments, or dispute the scope. The truth is, getting paid begins long before the design does. In this episode of The SILL TALKS Podcast, we break down the essential pre-design documents every architect needs to protect their work an...

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00 INTRODUCTION

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2025/08/21

Welcome to SILL TALKS – Where Architecture Meets Business This very first episode sets the tone for what SILL TALKS is all about. As architects, we’re often trained to design spaces, but rarely taught how to build thriving businesses around our craft. That’s where this podcast comes in. In this short introduction, I’ll share the vision behind SILL TALKS, why it was created, and what you can expect from each episode—practical strategies, business insights, and real conversations to help archit...

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014: HOW UNDERPRICING IS KILLING YOUR ARCHITECTURE...

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2024/01/23

🏗️ Uncover the secrets to transforming your architectural practice into a thriving powerhouse in this eye-opening episode of The Sill Talks Podcast. Hosted by the insightful Egbeiyon Leonard, join us on a journey through the perilous landscape of underpricing and discover how it's silently eroding the foundations of architectural businesses worldwide.🏡 Titled "Underpricing and how it's Killing Your Business," Leonard delves into the adverse effects of undervaluing your

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013: STRATEGIES TO CHARGING PREMIUM FEES FOR ARCHITECTS

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2023/10/17

Are you an architect aspiring to build a successful career and command premium fees for your exceptional design and expertise? Tune in to this episode of the “SILL Talks” Podcast,' where we unveil the blueprint for architects to ascend to new heights in their pricing strategies.🏡 In this episode, we delve into exploring innovative techniques and practical steps that architects can take to justify and command higher fees for their services:📐 Our seasoned host, Arc. Egbeiyon Leonard shares his

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012: SUCCESSFUL ARCHITECTS: MASTERING THE ART OF...

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2023/09/27

In this illuminating episode of The "SILL Talks" podcast, we're diving deep into the world of architecture, where we unveil the secrets to freelancing success. Are you ready to unlock your potential as a freelance architect or small firm owner?Join your host, Egbeiyon Leonard, as we explore the intricate art of "Successful Architects: Mastering the Art of Freelancing in Architecture." We're not just scratching the surface; we're peeling back the layers to reveal

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29:21

011: VISIBILITY; Architects' Ticket to Landing...

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2023/03/14

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010: IDEAS THAT WILL HELP YOUR BUSINESS IN 2023

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2023/01/08

In a world that is constantly changing and evolving, it's important for businesses to stay ahead of the curve. But how can one do this? Especially in the creative industry where designers are constantly worried where the next project will come from. In This Episode of the SILL TALKS PODCAST, Arc Leonard Discusses, some of the best ideas that will help transform your business in 2023 and make it more successful than ever before! From joining the right community to reading sales and marketing

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009: 7-FINANCIAL HABITS THAT CAN TRANSFORM YOUR BUSINESS

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2022/06/20

In this episode, Arc. Leonard explains his 7-Favourite Financial Habits that can transform any business in the creative industry.When you Listen to this episode, you will learn how to:-Structure Your finances,-Leverage on existing income for a more sustainable growth,-Understand Time and Season of your business, And,-Know exactly where you are and what you need to do to get to the next stage of business growth.Special Thanks to Render Like A pro and SilL Designs for sponsoring this Episode.More on

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008: FINDING A NICHE IN ARCHITECTURE

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2021/10/25

The Architectural practice, just like any other business or field of activity reacts to economic market forces, i.e. forces of Demand and Supply. Hence, an Architect's ability to navigate the murky waters of the business side of architectural practice to the point of finding a niche for himself is a huge step to saying " bye bye" to days without work and a new dawn to earning premium fees and to financial freedom.In this episode titled "how to find a niche in architecture",

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007: STRATEGIC THINKING AND BUSINESS GROWTH FOR...

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2021/10/17

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006: LEVERAGING ON LINKEDIN TO INCREASE ARCHITECTS'...

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2021/10/11

In these Times when Technology drives the very core of most successful businesses, The architect/Designer needs to master and develop new strategies and avenues to leverage on the tech and social media space to make meaningful impacts and significantly increase his/her chances of building a better and a more profitable architectural practice.In this episode of SILL TALKS, Arc Egbeiyon Leonard, shares his Ideas on Leveraging on the power of social media, particularly LinkedIn to help the architect

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005: STAFFING OPTIONS FOR ARCHITECTS

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2021/06/07

Staffing is an integral part of any business' success determinant. With the right team and working environment, your architectural practice will soar as if on steroids. As an architect, a graduate trainee or an intern, your ability to decide on the best working condition for yourself will go a long way in helping you achieve your career goals early.In this episode, Arc Leonard breaks down the various employment options available in the architecture space. from the popular and accepted

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004: LEAD GENERATION STRATEGIES FOR ARCHITECTS

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2021/03/30

Which Architect would not mind another high value client? my guess? Every Architect I know!In this Episode, Arc. Egbeiyon Leonard sheds light on the proven strategies that can help architects and architectural firms as well as creatives improve the number of paying clients they get to work with on a regular basis.Since every business is primarily about making sales and generating revenue, Hence there will not be sales or revenue without buyers/clients. This episode of the Sill Talks Podcast

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003: PRE-DESIGN DOCUMENTS TO ENSURE YOU GET PAID

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2021/02/24

If there was a way for you to constantly ensure you got paid before starting any creative work, would you take it?As designers and creatives, we have all at one point or the other trusted a client to get back to us on a draft that we have made for them, only to be left hanging and never to hear from them again. This is so rampant today in our society that architects and designers are left at the mercy of those willing to prey on our need for lead generation.In this episode of SILL TALKS, Arc

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24:39

002: The Designer's Guide to Negotiation

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2021/02/08

Negotiations are as natural to man as breathing. It is the way we make others give us the things that we want while making them see the reasons we deserve it. We negotiate so much that it happens even with ourselves in our every day life while deciding on the clothes to wear, the food to eat or the approach to a design, we are constantly convincing ourselves of the supremacy of one thing to another.In this episode, Titled " The Designer's Guide to Negotiation", Arc. Leonard Breaks

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21:45

001: Branding for Architects

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2021/01/24

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000:Introduction to the SILL TALKS podcast

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2021/01/20

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