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Kieran Secured a role as Client Service Support Officer Kieran was under time pressure for his interview, so we scheduled an intensive interview preparation session. During our session we focused on Kieran’s unique selling points (USPs) relevant to the role and gained insights into his skillsets. Related his strengths to the competencies required of...
I was delighted to speak to Sarah Burns of the Irish Times, on how Graduates can Kickstart their career. Top tips for graduate careers.
Top 5 Up and Coming Careers in Ireland. From Fintech to Green Transformation, what are the next big career moves for those looking to upskill.
Everyone has their own reasons for wanting to change career/job whether it is due to work life/balance, the culture in the workplace is toxic, you’re not feeling challenged enough or your feeling burnt out. It is a very personal decision. Yet, many people remain unhappy in their work for longer than necessary. Why is that?...
This got me thinking about the role of working in the home. If this was a job that was advertised in the traditional way, listing some of the quantifiable responsibilities of being a stay-at-home parent, it would likely read something like this -
The only constant in life is change
Heraclitus
A job for life is a concept that is becoming extinct, the evolution of our life now runs hand in hand with the evolution of our career. Which means we constantly have to up-skill and adapt, to acquire new roles, that meet our needs and align with our purpose.
Well, I have to caveat that the only person who can answer that question is you! However as a career coach who has worked with a lot of clients pondering this question, I can give you some advice on how to make that decision, and that advice would be: First Things First Don’t quit on...
Doubt kills more dreams, than failure ever will
Karim Seddiki
The most important element of any interview is to believe in yourself. You likely believed in the magic of Santa Claus for 9 years you can believe in the magic of you for at least one day and beyond.
Don’t be afraid to go out on a limb, that’s where the fruit is
Frank Scully
People often face challenges when they attend a job interview. Indeed many people face challenges even thinking about applying for a new job as they fear the interview process so much. I have sat on both sides of the interview table as an interviewee and as an interviewer so I can empathise with these feelings.
What do you want to be when you grow up? This question is often posed to students during primary school. With response including a fireman, a camogie star, a farmer etc. A recent family outing reminded me of this. The story goes 3 young boys in 6th class were asked by the school principal
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