Caroline Dowd-Higgins
Posts by Caroline Dowd-Higgins:
Five Rookie Mistakes to Avoid During Job Interviews

By Laura Deck A few weeks ago, I interviewed three candidates for a marketing specialist position at the Silicon Valley tech nonprofit where I work. The position was targeted at individuals who had acquired a few years of marketing experience since college graduation. I was expecting some basic marketing skills and a modest amount of […]
Consider a Side Hustle to Increase Your Income
The gig economy has empowered people to have multiple income streams and control what they earn.
Happiness Hacks to Reinvigorate Your Workday

Gallup defines engaged employees as those who are involved in, enthusiastic about, and committed to their workplace. A whopping 51% of American workers are actively looking for a new job or watching for new job openings. Many cite a work culture that is not inviting, stimulating, or designed to foster community amongst employees. Since the […]
How to Manage Stress in The Workplace

We often hear the word stress when someone talks about their work-life. What exactly do you think they are complaining about? What triggers stress at a workplace? Does everyone experience it? Did you know that during 2015/2016, there were about 488,000 cases of issues related to stress at the workplace and mental health in the […]
Your Working Life with Krysta Privoznik
Krysta Privoznik is training and preparing leaders in companies to be a voice in their industry through social media.
Eye Contact in the Career World: Where Are Yours Focused?

It’s often said that the eyes are “the windows to the soul,” and it makes sense considering that the way we make eye contact speaks volumes about how we feel about ourselves, and others. If you’re looking to improve your communication skills, I encourage you to pay attention to your eye contact – how you’re […]