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So, what else can I do?

Q: I’ve been working as a systems analyst for many years. I’m good at what I do and am paid well, but something’s missing. I’m just not happy. What else can I do? (JM, email). A; JM, your query regularly crops up with clients. For systems analyst, substitute graphic designer, school teacher or auctioneer. Essentially, […]

Questions candidates get asked in jobs interviews: member of An Garda Síochána

Questions asked in job interviews - Garda

We deal with hundreds of clients going for job interview each year – and we’re constantly asking them what they get asked. This a collection of those very questions. We update it on an ongoing basis and hope you find it useful. If you would like to submit to us questions you’ve been asked, email liam.horan@slinuacareers.com […]

Stalker or researcher – what’s it going to be?

Q: I’ve been called to interview and the company has given me the names of the three people who’ll be interviewing me. I’m afraid to look them up on LinkedIn because they might think I’m stalking them. What’s your advice? (IS, email). A: For those not familiar with LinkedIn, the platform sometimes lets you know […]

Angelina Nugent, Gerry Hussey and Brian Mooney confirmed as speakers for Mayo Careers Fair 2019

Liam Horan talks about event on Grapevine CRC.FM radio:   Broadcaster Angelina Nugent, internationally acclaimed sports performance psychologist and coach Gerry Hussey, and guidance counsellor and educational expert Brian Mooney have been confirmed as speakers for a major school-leavers event in Castlebar, Co. Mayo, next month. The trio will deliver talks at the Mayo Careers […]

Getting ready to roll after dismal spell in current job

“Q: I hate my current job and I am mad to leave – but I’ve only been there six months and I am afraid it will look bad. I’ve applied for a few jobs and have an interview next week. Should I tell them I hate my job?” – IK, email. A: You probably won’t […]

Twenty things a good MC does

Q: This might be an unusual one, but as it’s related to my career, I said I’d run it by you. Next week, I’ve been asked to act as MC for an event we are running. All our big customers will be there, and so will all our head buck cats. I want to make […]

Teachers – Have a look at our school

Some teachers, including school leaders, often enquire where they can find that one document that is the ‘fountain of knowledge’, from which to work from, when preparing for the interview process. Sad to say there is no definitive ‘golden book’, if only life were so easy! However, it is surprising how many teachers, preparing for […]

Could you be a Career Coach for teachers?

Do you feel you could work with teachers in the following areas: Writing and editing application forms, CVs, cover letters and personal statements. Conducting interview training. Carrying out mock interviews. Offering general advice and mentoring. If so, we would like to hear from you. The ideal candidate will be: A current or retired school principal […]

Mayo Careers Fair 2019 aims to help teenagers with career choice

Senior cycle and pre-senior cycle students, and their families, are invited to attend the Mayo Careers Fair 2019, in GMIT, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, on Saturday, January 12 (11am to 3pm). The list of guest speakers will be announced closer to the time, with the organisers ensuring exhibitors, students and families that it will be an […]