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EPISODE · Aug 26, 2025 · 53 MIN

#062 - Helen Billson: What OMA Taught Me About Pressure, Excellence & Ambition

from Building Green · host Ladina Schöpf

Can small architecture firms thrive without burning out?Helen Billson spent 15 years at OMA before shifting her focus to helping smaller studios build stronger businesses. From landing projects without a big portfolio to staying profitable without overworking, she shares the mindset shifts that help firms grow with clarity and purpose.Discover the power of listening, trust-building, and choosing the right work and why the real challenge isn’t finding projects, but learning when to say no.To explore more about Helen Billson and her work, you can follow her on Linkedin.Join me, Ladina, on this green journey, and don't forget to subscribe for more insightful conversations about sustainable living and architecture and drop us a review. If you have suggestions for future guests or topics, I'd love to hear from you on my socials!Let's explore the world of green architecture, one conversation at a time.Contact: Ladina ⁠⁠@ladinaschoepf⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠buildinggreenshow.comProduced by: ⁠⁠marketyourarchitecture.com⁠

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