John Cooney of Stofft Cooney Architects in Naples, Florida

<p>John discusses his transition from East Hampton to Naples and how he has adapted a specific design process he was already so familiar with to a state with completely different architectural standards and tastes.</p><p>He also speaks on his leadership philosophy and why he intends to preserve Stofft Cooney’s in-person company culture in spite of the increasing prevalence of remote work.</p><p>Finally, John reflects on a three-decade career in the world of architecture and why the excitement for his work has never waned.</p><p><strong>Topics Discussed: </strong></p><ul><li>[03:49] John and Randall Stofft’s business in Palm Beach</li><li>[10:43] Architecture in the Hamptons compared to Naples</li><li>[17:09] Why John and his wife decide to settle down in Naples</li><li>[21:42] Setting expectations with ultra-wealthy clients in Naples</li><li>[30:36] Adapting his architectural style after moving from East Hampton to Naples</li><li>[35:20] John’s design process</li><li>[38:49] How John regards his career today</li><li>[41:30] Mentoring the next generation of leaders in his team</li><li>[47:00] Putting the pressure on themselves to continually raise the bar</li><li>[48:37] What John learns from his high-performing clients</li><li>[51:54] Why John hosts parties for his team and clients</li><li>[54:22] What the American Dream means to John</li></ul><p><strong>Connect with Guest:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.stofft.com/the-florida-architecture-of-stofft-cooney-architects/" target="_blank"><strong>Website</strong></a> </li><li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/StofftCooneyArchitects/" target="_blank"><strong>Facebook</strong></a> </li><li><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/stofft/_created/" target="_blank"><strong>Pinterest </strong></a></li><li><a href="https://twitter.com/stofftcooney" target="_blank"><strong>Twitter</strong></a><strong> </strong></li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=No-pI1vCzK0" target="_blank"><strong>YouTube</strong></a><strong> </strong></li><li><a href="https://www.houzz.c