Caroline Dowd-Higgins
Posts by Caroline Dowd-Higgins:
The VUCA World of Work is Back with a Vengeance

If you haven’t heard the trending business buzzword: VUCA, it stands for volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous. The term originated at the US Army War College in 1980 to describe the global landscape after the Cold War and quickly found traction in the business world. The complexities of an interconnected global marketplace are VUCA and […]
Start by Loving Yourself This Valentine’s Day

It’s the time of year for cards with red hearts, chocolates, and flowers as Valentine’s Day is celebrated in February. It causes anxiety for some who are seeking affection, and bliss for others who are celebrating their love with someone special. This Valentine’s Day I encourage you to see it through a different lens. Celebrate […]
Maybe It’s Time to Step Up Your Game

I’m delighted to share this guest post written by Alicia Webb. Could your style be impacting your career trajectory? As companies continue to implement return to office policies, employee dress codes seem to be an afterthought—leading to a very casually dressed workforce. Maybe, it is time to consider stepping up your professional attire. According to […]
Don’t Wait to Be 100% Ready – Just Do it!

As a speaker, consultant and executive coach, I work with many individuals who are focused on making changes to their lives and careers to better align their values and strengths. But for some, their best plans often get stalled in analysis paralysis, which results in stagnation and a hard stop to forward momentum. Perfection is […]
Give Yourself the Gift of Time

Not a day goes by when I don’t hear from a friend, a colleague, or family member about how busy they are. Time is precious and with so many people overwhelmed with work and life – we are facing a human energy crisis. The research is showing that busyness is so prevalent – stress and […]