Catherine Riley

Catherine Riley replied to the topic Subtle Sexism in Design/Build- Need Advice in the forum PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE 4 years, 9 months ago

Hi everyone,
I got a job at a large firm and am loving the company culture. I’m still at the bottom of the totem pole, but I’m treated very well. I’m learning a lot from my supervisor and experiencing career advancement. It’s a wonderful change.

I’ve re-read my post and I think I didn’t explain the extent of the subtle sexism very well. It’s…[Read more]

Catherine Riley replied to the topic Subtle Sexism in Design/Build- Need Advice in the forum PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE 5 years, 5 months ago

Thank you to Mark and Bob as well!

Catherine Riley replied to the topic Subtle Sexism in Design/Build- Need Advice in the forum PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE 5 years, 5 months ago

Thank you Andrew! I’m grateful that you took the time and thought to write such an eloquent answer. I will continue to do my best work and be the best I can be.

Catherine Riley started the topic Subtle Sexism in Design/Build- Need Advice in the forum PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE 5 years, 5 months ago

I’m writing in hopes of gaining insight and advice on a sexist work environment. It’s not overtly sexist; no one is asking me to make coffee or do the dishes. I have 6 years of experience and a graduate degree in landscape architecture. I work in a small office and am the youngest by about 20 years (I’m 35). The culture is very old schoo…[Read more]

Catherine Riley replied to the topic Best Moonlighting Gigs in the forum PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE 5 years, 5 months ago

This summer I created a design/build company that is my moonlighting job. I do installations on weekends with some friends and family and meet clients after working hours. I’ve made about $10,000 so far and it’s only July. I’d highly recommend it, although it is really hard work.