One unexpected benefit of the pandemic has been the opportunity to work or study from your location, rather than having to relocate. Staying local is now an option that was never open to many of us before Covid-19.
Employers, colleges and universities have adapted and changed the world of work and study resulting in more choice for employees and students alike.
The Western Development Commission is dedicated to promoting jobs in the Atlantic Economic Corridor stretching from Donegal to Kerry. They run the westernjobs.ie website and have seen a huge increase in the number of people who want to live and work in the west of Ireland.
15 tips to make a strong return to your old career by Angela Tjalsma 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…
Have I even a remote chance of working from home long-term? by Angela Tjalsma April 1, 2021 Q: I’m hearing a lot about remote work this weather. The idea of working from home really suits me but I can't get my head around the fact that companies might actually offer this on an ongoing basis. Are we…
How volunteering can bring real career benefits by Angela Tjalsma 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…
Working remotely - how to avoid the ‘out of sight, out of… by Angela Tjalsma July 14, 2022 Q: Since the pandemic, a lot of people in our company are still working remotely. I'm one of them. I now live 140 miles from head office, having moved here early in lockdown. I’m the furthest one away and consequently…
How to make the most of second college chance by Angela Tjalsma August 5, 2021 Q: I started a college degree, but I was young and foolish, and the course didn't suit me. I lumbered along for a year and a half before cutting my (well, my parents’) losses. The following year I started again…
