Caroline Dowd-Higgins
About Caroline Dowd-Higgins
Posts by Caroline Dowd-Higgins:
Is the 40 Hour Workweek Still Feasible?
The Birth of the American 40-Hour Week The Monday through Friday workweek was first introduced in 1926 when Henry Ford began shutting down his automotive factories on Saturday and Sunday to allow his labor force to rest. But it was not until 1940, when a provision of the 1938 Fair Labor Standards Act mandating a […]
Your Working Life with Betsy Atkins
Betsy Atkins discusses being ready for Board leadership and why it’s an important professional opportunity in all industries.
Your Working Life with Deb Hallberg
Deb Hallberg, CEO of Pass The Torch shares wisdom about the long term impact of mentorship for young women and girls.
Enjoy the Sun and Honor Your Health
It’s the season to enjoy the warmth of the great outdoors. Be sure to protect your skin so you can enjoy the sunshine safely.
5 Habits to Practice to Increase Your Productivity
Success is often measured by how productive we are. However, it can be difficult to prioritize tasks or manage our time wisely. The key to increasing productivity is to work smarter, not harder. Remember, it’s not the number of hours you work, but rather the quality of work you put in during those hours. Below […]
Honor Your Body in Life and Career
I recently re-read Arianna Huffington’s book, The Sleep Revolution: Transforming Your Life, One Night at a Time, and it continues to change my life. I knew that sleep was essential for health and wellbeing but I see so many people caught up in the myth of how hard working and successful people must sacrifice their life […]
