Site Redesign + Catt Life Update!
Hello, fine internet. How are you?
I’m doing great. As you can see, the new site design is up and things are working pretty well. I’m QA-ing the site all the time to make sure everything works in multiple browsers and OSes. QA is a daunting task, but is definitely worth it. The 100 times you spend checking every page assures that the thousands of by-chance viewers see nothing but beauty.
I’m thinking of more ways to make this site interactive, especially with the gallery. Evernote has been my best tool for keeping all of my website ideas organized and visible. I always sketch out my ideas before implementation as well to hash them out before spending an hour or more putting it into place.
In other news, I may be moving soon. Therefore, an interior design post is definitely in order. I’m a bit picky when it comes to real estate; I pay a lot of attention to the amount of love put into construction. Like a piece of graphic design, small details and attention to every crevace of the work matter most. When I see broken outlets or misaligned switches, I know that the apartment was poorly constructed. Places like those are also likely to have poor caulking.
I also managed to get another job & freelance client right after graduation (yay!). I am now working 2 part-time design jobs and freelancing on the side. This enables me to afford a nice apartment (though I have definitely fallen in love with tiny apartments).
Well, that’s all for now!
I need to make a new comic.
Upcoming talks
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Advancing Beyond Senior Roles: Navigating Non-Management Career Paths
This unique gathering is designed for professionals seeking pathways to growth that don't necessarily lead to traditional management roles. Led by Catt Small, this session invites attendees to share their experiences, challenges, and strategies in carving out impactful, non-managerial career trajectories. Engage in candid discussions about alternative leadership roles, lateral moves that enrich skills skill , and roles that expand influence without the traditional management responsibilities. This is a unique opportunity to connect with peers facing similar career crossroads, learn from the collective wisdom, and envision new trajectories for your career journey. Join us to redefine career success and discover new paths that align with your expertise and passions. Redefine career success with Catt and unlock new paths that resonate with your expertise and passions.
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Moving from execution to strategy as a designer
Designers often find themselves under pressure to create beautiful outputs rather than impact and outcomes. In this talk, Catt Small will share techniques to move herself from execution to a more strategic role over 14 years of in-house work at companies spanning various industries. You’ll learn to add perspective to subjects including product strategy, growth, and monetization — showing the value of design at every part of the product development process. Before you know it, you’ll be your PM’s best work friend!
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