Episode 21 - Starting a Practice

In this episode of the "Part Three With Me" podcast, Maria Skoutari discusses the initial steps and processes for architecture students starting their own practice, aligning with the Part 3 criteria of PC4 Practice and Management. She outlines a three-step process: establishing the "why, what, who, and when" behind starting a practice, developing a checklist to inform the business plan (including mission statement, objectives, and priorities), and outlining a business case using SWOT analysis, research, advice, and training. Maria emphasizes the importance of economic and social considerations, provides a detailed checklist of potential expenditures, and offers advice on sustaining a sound practice, including a scenario to contextualize the information. The episode concludes with a teaser for the next episode, which will focus on creating a business plan.