How to put yourself in the school leadership picture by Ailbhe O'Loughlin July 6, 2023 Q: I’m a primary school teacher and really love the profession. I qualified six years ago and am now thinking moving into a school leadership role. Any suggestions on how to put myself in the school leadership picture? (AH, email).…
How volunteering can bring real career benefits by Ailbhe O'Loughlin February 17, 2023 Q: I'm new to Ireland and I want to get working and advance my career. I’m applying for various positions but haven’t made much progress yet. Some people have told me that I should do voluntary work locally, but I'm…
15 tips to make a strong return to your old career by Ailbhe O'Loughlin February 10, 2023 Q: I'm thinking seriously about returning to my old career. I've been doing something else for the last 20 years and I miss what did previously. It’s time to go back to the future, I feel. What do I need…
The Importance of Structure in Interview Responses by Ailbhe O'Loughlin October 16, 2025 Picture this: you’re in an interview, the interviewer leans forward, asks you a question…and your mind races. You know you’ve got a good example, often more than one, but as you start talking it comes out in a jumble. Halfway…
Seven tips to give your LinkedIn profile a makeover by Ailbhe O'Loughlin April 27, 2023 Q: I started a LinkedIn account about ten years ago in college. I haven’t done much with it since, and, perhaps understandably in those circumstances, it hasn’t done much for me either. I’m wondering what I should do now to…
Use your unconventional career path to stand out by Ailbhe O'Loughlin August 30, 2024 Q: How can I use my unconventional career path to stand out in a competitive industry? A: In today's competitive job market, having an unconventional career path can be a significant advantage. Here are some strategies to use your…
