AUDIO: Firing the big shot in the application form
Q: “I am filling out an application form for an Assistant Principal 11 (AP11) position in my school. I’ve been asked to give one example of where I showed excellence in Leading Teaching & Learning, Managing an Organisation, Leading School Development and Developing Leadership Capacity. I’m told the form is not marked as part of […]
Audio: Tips on how to write a good CV and prepare for interview
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 prepare for that job interview. Need our help? Complete this form […]
AUDIO: I’m in for a third interview next week…
Q: “I’m in for a third interview next week. Yes, three interviews! It’s a big job – and the company has a high public profile. I really don’t know what else I can bring to the table in this third interview. Any suggestions?” Listen to Liam Horan’s interview on this topic with Aidan Crowley, CRC-fm. […]
AUDIO: I applied for a job six weeks ago and I haven’t heard anything back yet…
Q: “I applied for a job six weeks ago and I haven’t heard anything back yet. It’s with a public body. Should I give them a call or an email? I don’t want to sound too pushy but I’d like to know where I stand.” Listen to Liam Horan’s interview on this topic with Aidan […]
AUDIO: Cover letters – are they still a thing or have they fallen by the wayside?
Q: “Cover letters – are they still a thing or have they fallen by the wayside? They sound like such a quaint, old-fashioned notion now – sure no-one is posting letters anymore. What do you think?” Listen to Liam Horan’s interview on this topic with Aidan Crowley, CRC-fm.
AUDIO: I’m totally fed up, underpaid and under-valued in my job – I want to leave
Q: “I’m totally fed up, underpaid and under-valued in my job – I want to leave. And I want to leave now. But none of the courses start until September. What’s the best way of leaving a job quickly and getting into another one? I work in the area of construction administration – tender writing, dealing […]
AUDIO: I am thinking about moving to the west of Ireland from London…
Q: I am thinking about moving to the west of Ireland from London. I have holidayed there a few times and I loved the ruggedness and isolation of it. I’m finished with the London rat race. My wife can work from anywhere, but I’d have to find work in my area – sales or business […]
AUDIO: I’ve been working in the same role in the same company for the past 13 years…
Q: “I’ve been working in the same role in the same company for the past 13 years. I could do it with my eyes closed. I like where I am working overall, but I’d love a new challenge, but nothing is coming up within the company. I’d love to try a different area but the […]
AUDIO: I’ve a Business qualification and I’d like to get into the world of EU research and policy
Q: “When this is all over, I want to get out of here. I badly need to travel and see the world. I’ve a Business qualification and I’d like to get into the world of EU research and policy. It has always interested me. Any suggestions on where I would start?” Listen to MD Liam […]
AUDIO: I’m applying for a job in a rival company…
Q: “I’m applying for a job in a rival company. I’m a salesperson and I will be going into direct competition with my current employers if I get it. How do I handle the interview? I don’t want to give away too many trade secrets but I still want to get the job” Listen to […]