2024-12-23T15:09:09-05:00 https://archinect.com/features/article/150257531/on-the-importance-of-feedback-how-architects-and-designers-can-improve-office-culture Marina Curac 2021-04-09T16:49:00-04:00 >2022-03-16T09:16:08-04:00 <img src="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/7f/7faf614e74931b6214c0659f4254c428.jpeg?fit=crop&auto=compress%2Cformat&enlarge=true&w=1200" border="0" /><p>Whether you are a new or seasoned professional, being a fast learner is a sought-after characteristic. There are several tools and skills that will help expedite one's career advancement, yet a vital resource is feedback &mdash; to have someone share their perspective on your work and give actionable advice on how you can do even better next time.&nbsp;</p> <p>Many companies have structured performance reviews on a quarterly, semi-annual, or annual basis. These reviews, however, may not always be sufficient in frequency and value for new hires. It becomes easy to get enveloped in daily to-do lists, aggressive project schedules, and office politics. Instead of having a prearranged review meeting, it may be up to an individual to initiate these potentially difficult discussions.&nbsp;</p> <p>While this may be easy for some, this much-needed mission of soliciting feedback can be daunting for many new team members. Below we deliver insights on how facilitating feedback can be a fruitful and organic conversation.</p>... https://archinect.com/features/article/150148046/the-collaborative-team-dynamic Sean Joyner 2019-07-25T11:50:00-04:00 >2022-11-23T07:16:08-05:00 <img src="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/2c/2ca187f368b49414c2ba63f9b8d3be93.jpg?fit=crop&auto=compress%2Cformat&enlarge=true&w=1200" border="0" /><p>Collaboration is one of the cornerstones of any great project. As we explore the dynamics of teamwork, workplace relations, and the creative process, it seems reasonable to dive deeper into a study of collaboration. While multi-dimensional, the act of working with other people presents many interesting points of discussion. We can look at how one should lead a team or even investigate the intricacies of its hierarchy and structure. This piece will focus more on the different personalities most teams will inevitably have to deal with. And more specifically, how the uniqueness of each member can contribute to the larger goals of the group. Learning to work with people who have different ideas, styles, ways of looking at things, and approaches can be an invaluable asset in creative work. Let&rsquo;s investigate some ways how.</p>