AUDIO: In a job interview they asked me my greatest weakness and I told them it was a silly question…
Q: “Last week, in a job interview, they asked me my greatest weakness. I’m not cocky, far from it, but damn it to hell, how dare they ask me to do myself down? I told them it was a silly question. It caused tension. I didn’t get the job. Any thoughts?” Listen to MD Liam […]
Remote internship can bring future benefits
Q: I am a university student finishing my degree. The current situation is not allowing me to have a part-time job or any work experience, either related or unrelated to my course. I haven’t built a network of contacts yet and amn’t sure where to start? How can I build some knowledge of the real […]
All the (virtual) way from Spain…our new Erasmus Entrepreneurship programme participant
This week, we welcome Tamara Sánchez as a participant on the Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs Programme. She will spend the next six months working with us remotely in Dublin. Tamara will follow in the footsteps of seven previous interns who have worked with us – Ariadna Mayoral (Spain), Isabel Alvarez Seron (Spain), Vasjan Broka (Albania), […]
AUDIO: How can I build some knowledge of the real world in this remote setting?
Q: “I am a university student finishing my degree. The current situation is not allowing me to have a part-time job or any work experience, either related or unrelated to my course. I haven’t built a network of contacts yet and amn’t sure where to start? How can I build some knowledge of the real […]
AUDIO: What can I say I will bring to the job when I am already doing it?
Q: “I’m actually doing the job I’m going for – strange though that may sound. I’m in an acting position for the last six months. I don’t know how to approach this – what can I say I will bring to the job when I am already doing it?” Listen to MD Liam Horan’s interview […]
AUDIO: What should I do when I give the wrong answer regarding the expected salary?
“Q: In a job interview this morning, I was surprised when they asked me about salary expectations. I’ve been working on short-term contracts over the last few years and blurted out a figure – €32,000. Turns out I should have asked for €40,000. I’m afraid they’ll try to get me on the cheap. What should […]
Making the change to a sales role
Q: I am considering making the change to a sales role. I am an outgoing person who likes dealing with people. I think I would thrive in a commercial environment. I have not got much experience and due to the current situation, I would like some advice on how to make the move and succeed […]
Make working from home work for you
Q: I’ve enjoyed working from home as a temporary thing. The routine was new. Now, my company is making us permanent remote employees. I’m not sure how I feel. I fear it may affect my career and mental health. Any advice? (BC, email). A: A lot has been written about working from home – some […]
Online training for your career
Q: I am working full time, but because of the COVID-19 situation, I am thinking about taking a few online training courses to improve my career options in case of lay-off or redundancy. What are the general tips you would offer before embarking on some courses – when I go online, I get overwhelmed by […]
Tips to keep things under control in uncertain times
Q: Over the last few months I have felt a lack of control in some areas of my life. Not being sure what will happen to my company is causing me a lot of stress and unease. It is hard to concentrate and be productive not knowing what’s coming next. Any suggestions? (BC, email). A: […]