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Episode 37: 5 Things We'd Tell Ourselves Starting our Careers

In this reflective episode, Maria and Emily give each of their 5 things they'd tell themselves when starting out in the professional world. They both also share some biiig life updates at the beginning of the episode! While much of this episode is motivated by the trials of a new job or a first job, much of this advice is still relevant no matter where you are in your career! Let us know what 5 things you'd tell YOURself!

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Episode 36: I'm licensed... now what? ft. Architect Caitlin Brady from Architectette

On another incredible interview, Maria and Emily sit down with Caitlin Brady, host of the Architectette Podcast! What happens when you're done with exams and can finally call yourself an architect? Listen in to hear more about how to advocate for yourself while being one of the youngest in the room, career progression and importance of life outside of the office. Listen to Architectette Follow Architectette on Instagram

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Episode 35: International Students in College (and Architecture!)

It's finally here! Maria shares all of her most useful tips and tricks she learned from her experience as an international student going to college in the United States. Even if you're not in the architecture field, this episode is packed full of amazing advice. 00:00 - Getting to college 15:20 - In-college experience 34:15 - Post-college advice 43:25 - Listener Questions

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Episode 34: ARE Series: How to PASS Programming & Analysis

In our next installment of the ARE 5.0 Series, Emily goes solo to talk about the 4th exam in our recommended test order - Programming & Analysis! She covers the content of the key sections in the test, goes over practice questions, and covers study resources + miscellaneous tips that YOU need to PASS this exam! Good luck to everyone studying - we are rooting for you! Be sure to follow @openplanpodcast on Instagram for even more ARE content & fun architecture tips and tricks. Timestamps: 5:50 - Content of test & practice questions 26:45 - Miscellaneous tips 28:17 - Resources Use code OPP15 for 15% off Desk Crits Guide to the ARE 5.0 RESOURCES MENTIONED: Ballast (PPI) Review Manual Building Construction Illustrated Site Planning and Design Handbook Problem Seeking The Secretary of the Interior Standards for Historic Preservation Black Spectacles Practice Quizzes Support the Show.