Show results of your workplace contribution in job… by Angela Tjalsma January 19, 2022 Continuing our series on the START method used in job interviews, this week we come to Results. As you will know from the previous columns, START stands for Situation, Task, Action(s), Result(s) and Them. The START method is a storytelling…
Coping with remote work overload by Angela Tjalsma November 25, 2022 Q: I’m a member of a remote working team collaborating on a major project – and I’m struggling. It feels like everything has to be scheduled and I never know if people are even concentrating in Zoom meetings. I feel…
Nine tips for a better presentation by Angela Tjalsma September 2, 2022 Q: They’ve asked me to do a 12-minute presentation at a job interview next week. The presentation will focus on the challenges I see for the sector (car sales) in the years ahead. I have very little experience of this…
How to nail competency based job interviews by Angela Tjalsma May 12, 2022 Competency based job interviews tend to cause fear and panic amongst applicants, but this need not be the case. At Slí Nua Careers, we are experienced at guiding you through the process, so you can put your best foot forward…
Should I use a cover letter in job application? by Angela Tjalsma December 2, 2022 Q: I'm applying for my first job in eleven years – all that time I've been happy in my current role, but I've started to get itchy feet. I have put a lot of work into fine tuning my CV…
How to keep your eyes on the prize in short-term role by Angela Tjalsma March 31, 2022 Q: I’ve been offered six months in a company where I would really like to build a long-term career. It is a temporary, short-term role with a September project deadline. Once the project's over, I’ll be gone. Any tips for…
