ARCHITECTING Podcast - Career + Lifestyle Mentoring for Architects looking to move beyond overwhelm and make a difference through design

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If you believe design can change the world, you’ve found your humans here on ARCHITECTING! This show is about the architect as a person and helps you bypass the status quo traps in our profession and teaches you how to make an impact with real life strategies. Angela Mazzi helps overwhelmed and burned out architects reclaim their passion for great design. Together, we‘ll explore Thought Leadership, how to achieve your next career level, Time/Energy Management tips to stay balanced, Promoting Wellbeing in work and life and Conscious Design and Social Change

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July 18, 2026Episode 32729 min

Navigating Uncertainty Without Shutting Down: Interview with Chase Miller

If you've looked at someone successful and wondered if that could ever be you, then listen in. Not only can it be- it should be. My guest Chase Miller talks about the mid-career challenge of saying yes to opportunities without getting overwhelmed. No one will raise your hand for you. It isn't about being the most qualified, but the most willing. Those who take action have an impact. You won't know your strengths until you test your weaknesses by being willing to try new things. The beginner's mind see what the expert overlooks. Competition fuels comparisons and a focus on lack. Collaboration elevates an builds on knowledge. Empowering people to make decisions based on priorities and knowing the consequences is what helps them make the best decision for them Acknowledge your humanity- it makes you relatable not unreliable. We trust the people closest to us to be honest even when they deliver tough information. CONTACT CHASE LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chase-h-miller/https://www.linkedin.com/in/athenabrownsonrealtor/ The Architecture of Healing Podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-architecture-of-healing/id1847867744 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7KWpIKnnyQF6tTHgH5T7Tb?si=FTIpuIyqT3KkCUsoordfBA YouTube: 💡Give Architecting a Google review- be sure to name the episode! https://g.page/r/CVYGVmEtsUjdEAI/review Stay Inspired, Angela Join the architecting community: YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Clubhouse, Facebook Interested in sponsoring a show or having me as a guest on your podcast or community? Stop here to get information. Into/outro music Alive by Richard Wasson Copyright 2019

July 14, 2026Episode 32638 min

Solving the High Achiever's Dilemma: Interview with Athena Brownson

You're familiar with the idea of "work hard, play hard." It makes sense that you need to burn through all the adrenaline of a stress response. But what about the aftermath? In this episode, my guest Athena Brownson and I discuss the real consequences of life on the fast paced success treadmill and why it's getting you nowhere but sick and exhausted. Learn the secrets of radical self care and how they empower you to be successful on your terms instead of busy and exhausted. Self care means knowing that if you can't show up for yourself, you can't really be there for family, friends or clients either. Plan your week by scheduling your wellness needs first and make that time non-negotiable. You can free up your schedule by empowering your team. Use them as success resources that allow you to have freedom to do what you do best while also making your wellness a priority. Success is not your career accomplishments, it's your wellbeing. Without it, you can't do the work you're meant to do. Trying to live a high energy life out of a low energy body requires deliberate allocation of your time. Where will that investment have the highest payoff? I you are so busy chasing accolades and approval, you are losing your identity to the work while believing that exhaustion is the only way to get ahead. CONTACT ATHENA LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/athenabrownsonrealtor/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athenabrownsonrealtor_/ 💡Give Architecting a Google review- be sure to name the episode! https://g.page/r/CVYGVmEtsUjdEAI/review Stay Inspired, Angela Join the architecting community: YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Clubhouse, Facebook Interested in sponsoring a show or having me as a guest on your podcast or community? Stop here to get information. Into/outro music Alive by Richard Wasson Copyright 2019

May 28, 2026Episode 32541 min

Architecture and Everyday Life: Interview with Danish Kurani

Architecture is the ultimate influencer. Everyone is immersed in it everyday. Unfortunately, many environments we see as normal are not the kind of places where we should be hanging out. My guest Danish Kurani shares strategies to democratize good design. When people understand how design choices shape health, performance, and human connection, they recognize the true value of architecture. If architects want to design great spaces, we have to do a better job explaining to people why they matter. There is a Machine of Bad Design that has commoditized design for everyday life while isolating the work of architects consisting of media, retail, real estate and developers. Buildings should support our activities and enhance our life, not be something filled with hidden forces we have to overcome. We might have a problem of too much individual space and not enough community space. Real architecture solves real problems for real people. GET THE BOOK: https://danishkurani.com/book-the-spaces-that-make-us/ CONTACT DANISH: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danishkurani/ Web: https://danishkurani.com work with him: https://Kurani.us 💡Give Architecting a Google review- be sure to name the episode! https://g.page/r/CVYGVmEtsUjdEAI/review Stay Inspired, Angela Join the architecting community: YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Clubhouse, Facebook Interested in sponsoring a show or having me as a guest on your podcast or community? Stop here to get information. Into/outro music Alive by Richard Wasson Copyright 2019

May 11, 2026Episode 32415 min

Let It be Easy: The Secret to Regenerative Success

Success shouldn't feel like struggle. Listen in to learn how to remove friction from your day to day. Success on your terms is regenerative, meaning the things you do give you energy, and by doing them, you continue to be more successful. Listen in to learn how. There is a difference between performative productivity and regenerative momentum Ease increases adaptability, creativity, and innovation. Ease comes from caring less about anything not directly moving you forward. All truths are true, meaning you can disagree, still assume positive intent, and keep your momentum. That can;t happen when you are concerned about protecting, defending or proving yourself. Be like water, flow around obstacles instead of stagnating LEARN ABOUT STRESSLESS SUCCESS: https://architectingpodcast.com/index.php/stressless/ 💡Give Architecting a Google review- be sure to name the episode! https://g.page/r/CVYGVmEtsUjdEAI/review Stay Inspired, Angela Join the architecting community: YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Clubhouse, Facebook Interested in sponsoring a show or having me as a guest on your podcast or community? Stop here to get information. Into/outro music Alive by Richard Wasson Copyright 2019

May 4, 2026Episode 32341 min

Get the Perfect Headshot: Interview with Chris Gillett

Enough with the LinkedIn mugshots! Photographer Chris Gillett talks about why your head shot is a digital handshake - and how to finally get one that has the main character vibe you want. Listen in for all the best tips including which poses to avoid and how to hire a photographer. Being able to see yourself photographed in a way you haven't before makes you more comfortable showing up that way IRL. There is a difference between a portrait and a head shot - learn it as well as when to use each effectively. Always consider the why for taking the head shot. Your head shot should make you appear confident and likable - and that is communicated through two specific facial features. Consider the shelf life of your head shot so you know when to re-shoot Get expert tips on how to find the right head shot photographer Your company website might be sending theses wrong messages with staff photos. CONTACT CHRIS: https://liketherazor.com/about/ 💡Give Architecting a Google review- be sure to name the episode! https://g.page/r/CVYGVmEtsUjdEAI/review Stay Inspired, Angela Join the architecting community: YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Clubhouse, Facebook Interested in sponsoring a show or having me as a guest on your podcast or community? Stop here to get information. Into/outro music Alive by Richard Wasson Copyright 2019

April 22, 2026Episode 32237 min

Earth Day 2026 - The Power of Many Perspectives: Interview with Kristin Kahle

It's not enough to be a sustainability expert, you need to be able to drive innovation AND its adoption. My guest Kristin Kahle aka the Great Convener shares her tips on bringing diverse thinkers and industries together to promote well being for all. Educate others to get buy in for trying new things, especially in industries where risk avoidance is common. Evaluate solutions based on what is constructable and maintainable. Don't underestimate the power of focus groups to understand true pain points Evaluate products based on Supply chain integrity Recycled content/recyclability Reduction of construction waste Ability to reconfigure/adapt as space needs change Little or no disruption to adjacent spaces Shortens construction schedule Conserves natural resources Allows coordination with municipality or utility to reduce infrastructure loads to non peak times Leverage your network to get the POV of adjacent industries CONTACT KRISTIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristin-kahle-738630b/ https://www.whitehallmfg.com/ 💡Give Architecting a Google review- be sure to name the episode! https://g.page/r/CVYGVmEtsUjdEAI/review Stay Inspired, Angela Join the architecting community: YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Clubhouse, Facebook Interested in sponsoring a show or having me as a guest on your podcast or community? Stop here to get information. Into/outro music Alive by Richard Wasson Copyright 2019

April 9, 2026Episode 32118 min

Stop Doing Invisible Labor Without Being Called Needy or Greedy

Invisible labor is everywhere—at work, at home, and especially in high-achieving environments. It’s the extra effort no one assigns but everyone expects. The problem? The moment you stop doing it, the narrative shifts. Suddenly you’re “difficult,” “needy,” or “not a team player.” If you’ve ever felt trapped in a cycle of overgiving, this conversation will help you step out of it—strategically. – The psychological and social backlash when you stop overgiving – How behavioral patterns reinforce these expectations – Practical ways to set boundaries without damaging your reputation There is a difference between feeling wanted and being valued. Your own behavioral patterns, often an attempt to seem easy to get along with or agreeable set you up to reinforce extra expectations for work that goes unrewarded. Illuminate the invisible: List everything you do behind the scenes that keeps things running smoothly. Share the time it takes and the way it positively impacts outcomes. Focus on delegating the whole task, including the invisible parts of it so others appreciate the true effort involved. Set boundaries - you are not responsible for dragging others across the finish line or for compliance with warped definitions of leadership or psychological safety. Wanting credit for what you do is not presumptuous. Deserved elevation of your authority or title signals that you and your work are taken seriously. 💡Give Architecting a Google review- be sure to name the episode! https://g.page/r/CVYGVmEtsUjdEAI/review Stay Inspired, Angela Join the architecting community: YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Clubhouse, Facebook Interested in sponsoring a show or having me as a guest on your podcast or community? Stop here to get information. Into/outro music Alive by Richard Wasson Copyright 2019

March 31, 2026Episode 32030 min

The Cost of Complacency: Interview with Yartiza Baez

Feeling more done than an overcooked steak? Being burned out and exhausted happens when the work you're doing isn't feeling purposeful to you. So why do you keep doing it? My guest Yaritza Baez is an entrepreneurship coach who helps you unlock the courage to get out of your comfort zone and design the life (and career) you're meant to have. We often hold ourselves back out of fear of losing things we think bring us security. Being complacent in your comfort zone keeps you stuck When you really unpack the idea that you don't have time to get clarity and lay the foundations for your next step, it's usually about having the courage to take the next step. Once you find your purpose, the risk will be worth it Your success isn't really credible unless there are a few failures behind it to prove you really understand what works and why. Once you start generating, start delegating CONNECT WITH YARITZA https://www.yaritzabaez.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/yaritzabaez-business-growth-strategist/ 💡Give Architecting a Google review- be sure to name the episode! https://g.page/r/CVYGVmEtsUjdEAI/review Stay Inspired, Angela Join the architecting community: YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Clubhouse, Facebook Interested in sponsoring a show or having me as a guest on your podcast or community? Stop here to get information. Into/outro music Alive by Richard Wasson Copyright 2019

March 25, 2026Episode 31940 min

Career Growth and Transition: Interview with Michelle Schafer

Nothing improves with stagnancy, least of all your career. Whether you are looking to grow a skill set, get a promotion or look for a new career opportunity, the same key questions apply. My guest, Michelle Schafer is a seasoned career coach with amazing advice to help you quantum leap in your career. Before heading into an interview or performance review consider these key questions: What energizes you? What drains you? What do you value? What transferable skills do you have? What are your non-negotiables? Take responsibility for your own career development Know your priorities and be prepared to discuss them. If you're told you're not experienced enough, ask how you can get the experience you need Leverage your network, especially second degree connections to learn more Always come to a meeting with an ask CONNECT WITH MICHELLE: https://mschafercoaching.ca/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleschafercoaching/ Free dowload: https://mschafercoaching.ca/cultivatingcareergrowth/ 💡Give Architecting a Google review- be sure to name the episode! https://g.page/r/CVYGVmEtsUjdEAI/review Stay Inspired, Angela Join the architecting community: YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Clubhouse, Facebook Interested in sponsoring a show or having me as a guest on your podcast or community? Stop here to get information. Into/outro music Alive by Richard Wasson Copyright 2019

March 16, 2026Episode 31815 min

Weaponized Incompetence: The Silent Career Assasin

You stayed late again. You fixed the thing no one else could figure out. You stepped in because it was “just easier if you handled it.” At work, this dynamic has a predictable outcome: The most capable person becomes the default problem solver, emotional buffer, and extra pair of hands. In this episode, you'll learn how to spot weaponized incompetence in your team and yourself and how to overcome it. Common causes: Fear of failure- you assume that you’re supposed to know how to do something and instead of asking for help try to avoid being asked to do it at all (a growth mindset problem) Perfectionism – You think you have to have hit certain achievement milestones to be ready. You keep putting your success in the future Fear of success – if you take this on and do well at it will it lead to more assignments like this- you don’t want to get pigeonholed for doing a task you don’t love or suddenly find yourself overwhelmed with work or seen as the person who can be dumped on last minute (a boundary problem) Procrastination – this is the “lazy” or inertia trap. You hide behind being too busy to avoid having to take any real career risk Passive Aggressive acting out- you disagree with the assignment and don’t want to do it, but don’t want to take a stand either. The Fix Catch when someone or yourself is using some version of “I don’t know how” to avoid doing something. If they say I don’t know but I’m willing to learn, that’s one thing, but if they have no interest in moving towards competence, that’s the red flag. Have a conversation about what specifically the person doesn’t know how to do or feel comfortable doing. Discuss a plan for them to get the training or resources they need. Can they work with someone the first few times etc. Create psychological safety- do everything you can to minimize uncertainty Get the Perfectionism Trap: https://architectingpodcast.com/index.php/perfectionismtrap/ 💡Give Architecting a Google review- be sure to name the episode! https://g.page/r/CVYGVmEtsUjdEAI/review Stay Inspired, Angela Join the architecting community: YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Clubhouse, Facebook Interested in sponsoring a show or having me as a guest on your podcast or community? Stop here to get information. Into/outro music Alive by Richard Wasson Copyright 2019