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…
Audio: Tips on how to write a good CV and prepare for… by Ailbhe O'Loughlin March 8, 2023 Listen here to Liam Horan, Slí Nua Careers, speaking to Frank Tynan on Community Radio Kilkenny City (CRKC). Liam gives advice on how to write a CV that sells yourself effectively to a prospective employer, with tips on how to…
Don't hide your strengths by Ailbhe O'Loughlin August 14, 2024 We hear a lot about the "What are my greatest weaknesses?" question that often comes up in interviews, though I believe it to be a dull-beyond-belief question. We don't hear as much about the strengths question. If you're asked to…
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…
