{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"039 - Construction Specs Nightmares: 8 Myths That Wreck Projects","description":"Think specs are just boring boilerplate documents that nobody reads? Think again! In this episode, I reveal 8 dangerous myths about construction specifications that are costing architects time, money, and professional credibility. As someone who used to believe these myths myself, I'll share the painful lessons I learned the hard way - like when my copied-and-pasted specs nearly tanked a small commercial project. Whether you're studying for the ARE, pursuing CDT certification, or just trying to deliver better projects, understanding the truth about specifications isn't just academic - it's essential for success. Want to dive deeper into specification myths and avoid making these costly mistakes? Check out the full written blog post at https:\/\/academy2.youngarchitect.com\/construction-specs-myths\/ Resources: - ARE 101 Course:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/academy2.youngarchitect.com\/join\/ncarb-are-101\/ - CDT 101 Course:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/academy2.youngarchitect.com\/join\/cdt-101\/ - ARE Boot Camp:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/youngarchitect.com\/arebootcamp\/ If this helped you understand specifications better, hit the LIKE button and SUBSCRIBE for more architecture exam prep content. Leave a comment with which myth surprised you the most! &amp;nbsp; ","author_name":"Architect Exam Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/572720","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/36991440\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/189587690"}