18 GRIFFINI stare at the email on my phone for a solid two minutes before I fully comprehend the words. It’s a message from Milos Ruben, and if I understand this correctly, he’s offering me a job as an architectural designer on his team. I roll out of bed, now pacing my room as I keep reading. Full-time salary, create my own hours, benefits package, and a plan to pay off my student loans? Am I still dreaming? He mentions some “out-of-town projects” that he specifically wants me to lead, which can mean a number of things. Is he just sending me down to Orange County, or is he putting me on a plane to Australia? I quickly compose a response, explaining that I’d be honored to work for him but need some clarification. What does he mean by “out-of-town” in the offer? How much of the job will b

