This Is Not The Career I Ordered™ Blog
Savvy Professional Career Wisdom by Caroline Dowd-Higgins
This is Not the Career I Ordered is read by thousands of careerists around the globe. With savvy tools, inspiration, and resources, this timeless book empowers you to enjoy your career, and love your life!
A Career Letter to The Class of 2023
Dear Class of 2023: As you head into the career world you have an opportunity to design your own career destiny and I encourage you to tap the power you have within you. You earned your credentials with a tremendous amount of time, effort, and more than likely a big financial investment that may also […]
Everboarding is the Key to Talent Retention
The Association of Talent Development (ATD) reports that the amount of information new hires learn in the first few days and weeks can be overwhelming. Unfortunately, many organizations consider onboarding a one-and-done process with tutorial videos and copious digital resources to comb through on your own. It’s a victory if you can find the bathroom […]
Playing Together in the Multi-Generational Professional Sandbox
Work environments today have multi-generational employees and the frustration amongst the age groups is heard loud and clearly in many industries. Millennials are asking for balance and flexibility during the job interview. Baby Boomers are vexed by Generation Y and their tether to technology. Generation X is eager for feedback about their work and also […]
I Have an App for That!
That’s right, I have ventured into the world of smart device applications and my new App is live and ready for you to download. If you are in need of daily career inspiration or action steps to reinvigorate your current role or job search – Career Coach Caroline’s Career Tips App for smart phone (iPhones […]
Digging Out of the Daily Email Palooza
I have 700 law students with whom I work on a regular basis plus a myriad of private clients so needless to say, I get a lot of email every day. The volume is so tremendous that I can find myself chained to my desk if I don’t pro-actively tackle the email Palooza that is […]
A Transformative Experience
I was honored to be a presenter at the 2013 Invent Your Future Conference in Silicon Valley, California last week. I usually leave most conferences jazzed and energized but this particular experience was truly transformative. I want to share some valuable take-aways and encourage you to pursue ongoing professional development to feed your mind and […]
The 70-20-10 Networking Rule
Not a day goes by when I don’t hear from someone who is frustrated about the job search and unenthusiastic about networking. Most people are not natural networkers but at least they are willing to expand their comfort zone in order to be seen and heard in a competitive job market. However, if the concept […]
Invent Your Future Conference in Silicon Valley, CA
You need to be in control of your career destiny so it doesn’t happen by default and learning to manage your career is something every professional woman can do. Whether you are contemplating a career reinvention or looking to jump start an existing career to reignite your passion – you need to know the essential […]
Mobilize Your Mentors and Sponsors
It’s no secret that a mentor can be a terrific resource as you navigate your personal career path. Seeking a mentor starts simply with asking for advice from a trusted professional who has been there and done that in your industry. Start by asking for information and advice and see how the relationship develops. You […]
How a Coach Can Help Distinguish You in The Workplace
Having a personal career coach for C-suite executives is expected as part of their continuing professional development and it also makes great business sense. Coaches can also be helpful for non executives in various stages of a career. A career coach can help polish your communication skills, develop and implement effective leadership strategies in your […]
Bring on Your Sparkle!
When prepping my students and clients to network or interview for an ideal job opportunity, I encourage them to showcase their sparkle factor. This is the palpable characteristic that highlights their passion, strengths, and authentic interest in the opportunity at hand. The energy you emit is profound when you tap your sparkle factor and this […]
Motivating Millennials at Work
If you work in an organization where you have colleagues between the ages of 18 and 35, you probably have something to say about the millennial generation. In 2014 the millennials will comprise 36% of the workforce and by 2020 they will represent nearly half of those working. I read a great piece by Jenna […]
You Must Earn Respect in the Workplace
In the era of Facebook you can like something with the click of a mouse to show your personal attraction or acknowledgement towards a person, object, or sentiment in a post. It has become a popularity contest of sorts to attract numerous likes and expand your social media presence and network of friends. Many women […]
Why Everyone Can Benefit From Sales Skills
Jeff Haden wrote a piece in Inc. com about the most important skill for success. After interviewing 20 business owners and CEOs – every one of them indicated that sales skills were paramount – in any field. To many people, “selling” harkens back to the tragic figure in Death of a Salesman and the need […]
