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In this issue of The Zweig Letter, AEC industry leaders explore key trends in valuation, leadership, and relationship-building for long-term success: ?? Firm Valuations Remain Strong – Kyle Ahern shares insights from Zweig Group’s 2025 Valuation Report, highlighting rising firm values, stable financial metrics, and the impact of market forces on AEC firm valuations. ?? Overcoming Imposter Syndrome – Michael Makris (BHC) discusses how mid-career professionals can navigate burnout and self-doubt through mentorship, leadership support, and proactive career engagement. ?? Delegation & Leadership – Mark Zweig stresses the importance of delegation in leadership, explaining how balancing hands-on involvement with trust in your team fosters collaboration and efficiency. ?? Marketing & Business Development – Sara Grayum explores how marketing and business development teams can work together to tell compelling stories, leverage social media, and enhance client engagement for firm growth. ?? Building Trust in Business Relationships – Duncan H. Robertson, CPSM (Tamarack Grove Engineering) highlights the power of authenticity in professional relationships, showing how trust and meaningful connections drive long-term success in AEC. Subscribe to The Zweig Letter and receive weekly insights delivered straight to your inbox: https://lnkd.in/gvw-CAm3

"As responsibilities increase, the walls can seem to push in. You’re managing projects, supervising staff, and representing your firm — yet still feel limited in influencing hiring decisions or strategy." "I was there. I set the bar higher for myself than anyone else did. But eventually, burnout and imposter syndrome crept in." "Then something changed. My firm’s leaders nominated me for Zweig Group’s Rising Stars Award. That nomination — and the experience of attending the ElevateAEC Conference with our firm’s founders — transformed my confidence and strengthened key relationships. One year later, I have a voice in hiring decisions, lead key initiatives, and feel valued daily." In his recent feature in The Zweig Letter, Michael Makris, P.E., project manager at BHC and 2024 Rising Stars honoree, offers valuable advice for early to mid-career professionals: ?? Seek feedback from your leaders. ?? When you have something to contribute, make sure you ask to have a seat at the table. ?? Don’t be afraid to say you are overstretched and in need of additional resources. ?? Add to your circle of mentors. You have grown in your career, so should your circle of mentors. ?? Remember learning is ongoing, you don’t have gaps in your knowledge, just opportunities to refine your expertise. For firm leaders considering?nominating members of the team: ?? Nominate, but don’t wait for an award to recognize your Rising Stars. ?? Offer mentorship. ?? Ask and offer additional resources and support to those who are likely overstretched. ?? Celebrate the accomplishments of your Rising Stars. Read his full article, originally published on March 16, here: https://lnkd.in/gcHASNvp The 2025 Rising Stars Award recognizes young professionals in the AEC industry who demonstrate technical excellence, leadership, and community service. They are the future leaders of this industry — and they deserve to be celebrated. Nominate a young professional making an impact in the AEC industry by March 28th - link in our comments! #RisingStarsinAEC #TheZweigLetter #ElevateTheIndustry