It’s a brand new year, and with it comes a fresh start and new or renewed goals. If 2016 is the year you’re looking to reinvigorate your career, whether that means making a change or growing where you are – here are four books that can help: This Is Not The Career I Ordered. I […]
At this time of year, chances are, you’re doing things for everyone but yourself – tracking down those special gloves for your aunt… snapping the family picture so you have a prayer of getting cards out before New Year’s… online shopping for all the kids in your life. You’re cooking…baking… stuffing… wrapping…while, at the same […]
With the New Year approaching, I am featuring blogs about career opportunities that are on the grow. As the population ages, careers in allied health are more in demand than ever. A career as a pharmacy technician is one of the many options available to you. Not only is it an interesting field to explore, […]
As the year draws to a close, I am reminded of the great leadership lessons I have learned from colleagues, mentors, sponsors, coaches, and a myriad of incredible people I’ve encountered on my professional journey. May these words of wisdom give you the courage and fortitude to chart your unique path with confidence so you […]
It’s been a great year, you’ve worked really hard, and your company has brought back the holiday party to reward the team for a job well done. Before you pop the champagne be mindful that your behavior at the holiday bash will impact your professional reputation come Monday morning and beyond. Here are some tips […]
These days, advertisers have a whopping five to eight seconds to fascinate and entice a consumer to make a purchase, according to an INC. article on marketing trends, and Sally Hogshead, author, speaker and founder of Fascinate, Inc., says it’s no different when it comes to you and how you impress an interviewer, new client […]
Hollywood has depicted the stress of the holidays with iconic movies that make us laugh (or cry!) because of the relatability of the zany characters and dysfunctional scenarios in life and career. I encourage you to start this festive season with a different mindset so you don’t get caught running on the hamster wheel of […]
Do you have a case of the “should’s” when it comes to meditation? Many of the women I talk to in my coaching practice and on the road during speaking engagements certainly do. They feel they should be meditating, and believe that the only way to do it is to sit cross-legged on a mat […]
There’s no doubt that being back in the job market in your 40s and 50s can be more challenging than earlier days on the job-hunting trail. Many of my 40-plus coaching clients feel out of interview shape and daunted by the job-search process – especially if they’ve been steadily employed for years, or even decades. […]
My life and career philosophy focuses on authentically giving to others. As the recipient of priceless wisdom and generosity from others throughout my life, I want to share ideas that will help you focus on paying-it-forward. When You Give – You Also Receive – Consider how you can give of your time, talent, or treasure […]
With 20+ years of career and professional development, speaking, and consulting experience, Caroline Dowd-Higgins desires to empower and energize people to achieve their personal goals. Her speaking style is engaging, high energy, and positive, focusing on unlocking the self-advocate within each of us.
