Revit Rookie to Digital Leader: Jon Arnott's Path to Adeptus

BIM did not arrive neatly. For many practices, it was messy, resisted and learned by people willing to get uncomfortable with new tools before everyone else had caught up.Stephen Drew speaks with Jon Arnott about going from Revit rookie to digital leader, building BIM capability, launching Adeptus Digital and thinking about the next wave of AI-led change in architecture and construction.The conversation covers: How Jon moved from traditional practice into BIM and digital leadership Why implementation is as much about people as software What it takes to move from employee to consultant and business owner How AI may affect architecture, construction and consultancy work What younger professionals can learn from leaning into technical change ____▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pOX5aWiah1E📝 Read the full write-up, with the key takeaways:https://architecturesocial.com/podcast/revit-rookie-to-digital-leader-jon-arnotts-path-to-adeptus/Architecture Social is where architects and designers find honest career advice, insight from practice, and live roles worth applying for:https://architecturesocial.com/The fastest way to get hired is to be better at the things practices actually ask for. Revit, Rhino, rendering, BIM, portfolio work. Our learning partner ArchAdemia is built by architects, for architects:https://archademia.com/architecture-social/Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on monthly or annual membership.____Chapters 00:00 Introduction and personal journey 01:19 Early career and transition to BIM 03:42 Challenges and evolution in BIM implementation 12:56 Strategic thinking and overcoming resistance 21:08 Transition to consultancy and new opportunities 26:43 The entrepreneurial mindset 27:52 The reality of starting a business 34:40 The role of consultancy in architecture 38:13 Moving into entrepreneurship 42:27 The future of AI in architecture 50:18 Advice for aspiring architecture professionals 52:27 Conclusion and final thoughts (00:00) - Introduction and Personal Journey (01:19) - Early Career and Transition to BIM (03:42) - Challenges and Evolution in BIM Implementation (12:56) - Strategic Thinking and Overcoming Resistance (21:08) - Transition to Consultancy and New Opportunities (26:43) - Unpacking the Entrepreneurial Mindset (27:52) - The Reality of Starting a Business (34:40) - The Role of Consultancy in Architecture (38:13) - Transitioning to Entrepreneurship (42:27) - The Future of AI in Architecture (50:18) - Advice for Aspiring Architects (52:27) - Conclusion and Final Thoughts