Compensation

Leading a successful organization takes the courage to try new ideas, weather many storms, and know how to say no.

“There are many ways to ‘cook the books’ so they show certain results. Here are some typical problems that we see showing up in the financial statements of A/E firms.”

CEO of Sambatek (Minneapolis, MN), a professional services firm with an authentic culture that promotes openness, transparency, and trust.

A good incentive compensation program needs to be carefully matched with the specific goals of your firm.

Don’t be afraid to charge what you’re worth. You want clients who value your relationship and appreciate your talent.

“For those of you running A/E firms – if I were you, I’d focus on recruiting in 2020.”

As owners enter the final years of their careers and ponder ownership transition, they have to make some concessions.

Founders of HILGARTWILSON (Phoenix, AZ), an exemplary multidisciplinary firm that was formed in the middle of the Great Recession.

“What causes AEC firms to fail? I have been a student of this business for 39 years now. Here’s what I have seen.”

Leaders of employee-friendly firms talk about how being a Best Firm affects recruiting, culture, and opportunities.

Data collected from Best Firms To Work For and Hot Firms continues to provide valuable insight into the AEC industry.

President of FSC, Inc., a surveying firm servicing oil and gas clients and private developers headquartered in Columbus, Texas.