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May 16
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EA608: Fallon Scott - Fix the Foundation...

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From Ground Zero to Global Practice: Reimagining Architecture’s Future

In this episode, Fallon Scott, founder of F28&Co, shares how small firms can scale without sacrificing their sanity. Drawing from her background in accounting, auditing, and corporate operations, Fallon explains how implementing enterprise-level systems—like SOPs and financial frameworks—can set the foundation for sustainable growth.

She unpacks the common mistakes small businesses make and offers actionable insights on how to fix them, from evaluating key metrics to optimizing workflows. Through a compelling case study, Fallon shows how a client achieved both growth and freedom by restructuring their business model. Her approach centers on deeply understanding client goals and tailoring systems that not only support the business today but make it stronger for the future.

If you're overwhelmed trying to do everything yourself or stuck in the weeds of your firm, this episode offers a strategic way forward. 

This week at EntreArchitect Podcast, Fix the Foundation: How to Build a Scalable Firm Without Burning Out with Fallon Scott.

Learn more about Fallon and her work at F28&Co, and connect with her on LinkedIn and Instagram.

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