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Emily Hobbs didn’t have an easy journey to becoming a licensed architect—but that’s exactly why her story is so powerful. From enduring hurricanes and exam failures to ultimately discovering the strength of community, Emily’s path highlights the importance of persistence, support, and self-belief.
In this podcast episode, Emily sits down with Michael Riscica to candidly share her experience tackling the Architect Registration Exam (ARE). She discusses openly the struggles of repeatedly facing setbacks, how each failure brought unexpected growth, and why the community support she found in ARE Bootcamp was crucial in pushing her across the finish line.
Emily also dives into how these exam challenges prepared her to start her own architecture practice in St. Thomas, Virgin Islands. She emphasizes that her path to licensing wasn’t simply about passing exams—it was about building confidence, resilience, and a network of support that continues to shape her career today.
Additionally, Emily played a pivotal role in creating the CDT 101 Course, designed to help architects and construction professionals gain critical knowledge with the Construction Documents Technology (CDT) Certification. Her experiences facing and overcoming professional challenges deeply informed her approach to creating practical, valuable resources for others.
Listen to Emily’s full story to discover how facing obstacles head-on can transform your professional journey, and why having the right community behind you makes all the difference.
