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A Tribute to Weld Coxe
“Widely respected, loved, and admired by many, Weld Coxe was peerless as an author, champion, colleague, friend, leader, mentor, and even an architectural patron.”
— SMPS Marketer • August 2011

Leadership by Design: Crafting a Visionary Practice by Craig Park
Think of leadership as a design project — you’d approach the design of a building with a clear vision, strategic planning, and attention to detail. Here’s an actionable blueprint to help you cultivate inspirational, transformative leadership in your firm.
BONUS: View and download Chapter 10 - Influence: Developing Leaders (PDF).

Your Next Job: Step 1
This is the first in a new of posts called When your new job is to find your next job. Over the past few years, we have seen so many terrific, highly accomplished and experienced people who found themselves looking for new jobs. We thought it would help to have a marketing approach to help you market yourself!

Future-Ready Isn't a Buzzword. It's a Strategy.
Future-Ready Isn't a Buzzword. It's a Strategy. Is our first post on Substack powering TOKONEXT!

Your Next Job: Step 2
When your new job is to find your next job — What’s the best way to find the right career opportunities for yourself? This series has practical suggestions for opening new doors of opportunity, even in difficult times.

Your Next Job: Steps 3 + 4
This is the continuation of a new series of posts called When your new job is to find your next job — Market Positioning and Professional Credentials.

Your Next Job: Step 5
Your job is always to find your own next job — whether it’s within your current company or in a new situation. It takes ingenuity and diligence to find the right one. Here are some practical suggestions for opening new doors of opportunity, especially in difficult times.

Your Next Job: Step 6
Are you looking to open the door to new opportunities? Now is the time to ask the question, “What do you want employers to know about you?” and then take it on the road.

Your Next Job: Step 7
Now is a great time to take stock of your own talents and capabilities and open the door to new opportunities. Learn more in our final step of “When your new job is to find your next job” series.
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Back[casting] to the Future
“Planning for the future, especially for businesses, is crucial. Without a road map to help navigate the long-term, businesses risk being left in the dust of a rapidly evolving world.” — Continuum Innovation
— EPAM Continuum • YouTube

A Guide to Marketing for Talent
Finding the right talent isn’t a transaction. It isn’t about fulfilling a task. If you focus solely on execution, you won’t have the opportunity to create a robust value proposition.
— SMPS Marketer • February 2022
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Creation of Value: How Companies Grow [video]
In this episode, we're joined by Marjanne Pearson, Founder + Chief of Talentstar Inc. in a conversation about how companies grow.
Monograph Section Cut • 2022
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The Future of Practice Operations [video]
In this episode, George Valdes Head of Marketing with Monograph, is joined by Marjanne Pearson, Founder + Chief of Talentstar Inc. to kick off Section Cut 2021.
Monograph Section Cut • 2021
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Marketing for Talent [video]
Talent marketing is the new way of recruitment marketing. How do you target people that are a great fit to your firm?
— Monograph Section Cut • 2022
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How to Empower Talent in Architecture [video]
In this episode, we're joined by Marjanne Pearson, Founder + Chief of Talentstar Inc. in a conversation about how to empower talent in architecture.
Monograph Best Practice • 2021

stok: the sky’s the limit
A focus on stok, a company that “delivers high performance real estate in pursuit of our purpose: boldly catalyzing an environmentally restorative and socially equitable world.”
— SMPS Marketer • February 2021

Eyes on the Future: Making Big Moves
A focus on STŌK, a company that “delivers high performance real estate in pursuit of our purpose: boldly catalyzing an environmentally restorative and socially equitable world.”
— SMPS Marketer • February 2021

5 Strategies to Attract the Best Employees
If you’re looking for a new position in the workplace industry, or the right person to fill it. Here: five strategies for attracting the best talent.
— Work Design Magazine • September 2015