469: Dealing with Clients Who Won't Pay with Marina Rubina

<p>If you've run an architectural practice for any amount of time, you've probably had clients who tried to avoid paying an invoice.</p> <p>Architect Marina Rubina is an alumnus of the Business of Architecture SMART Practice™ program.</p> <p>She is a Registered Architect in the states of New Jersey and California and is a LEED Accredited Professional. She holds Master’s degrees in both Architecture and Structural Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley. Marina is involved in the life of her community as a member of Princeton’s municipal Site Plan Review Advisory Board, a board member of Princeton Future, and a founding member of Princeton Progressive Action Group.</p> <p>In this episode of the Business of Architecture podcast, you'll hear how Rubina pivoted from a residentially focused practice to a practice focused on "livable lovable density." You'll also hear stories of how Rubina collected from two clients who didn't want to pay while respecting her boundaries in a professional manner.</p> <p>To learn more about Marina visit her:</p> <p>Website: <a href="https://mrubina.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://mrubina.com/</a></p> <p>Facebook: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/MarinaRubinaArchitect/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://www.facebook.com/MarinaRubinaArchitect/</a></p> <p>Houzz: <a href= "https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/marina-rubina-architect-pfvwus-pf~1703079517"> https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/marina-rubina-architect-pfvwus-pf~1703079517</a>?</p> <p> </p> <p>► Feedback? Email us at podcast@businessofarchitecture.com</p> <p>► Access your free training at http://SmartPracticeMethod.com/</p> <p>► If you want to speak directly to our advisors, book a call at https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/call</p> <p>► Subscribe to my YouTube Channel for updates:</p> <p>https://www.youtube.com/c/BusinessofArchitecture</p> <p>*******</p> <p>For more free tools and resources for running a profitable, impac