How to overcome anxiety as you start a new job
Q: I’m about to start a new job and now feel unsure if it’s right for me. I’m feeling very anxious. What should I do? (AM, email). A: Congratulations on your new opportunity, AM. Starting a new job provides a new challenge which may take you out of your comfort zone, writes Petrina Mitchell, Career […]
I’ve chopped and changed – how can I not look like a flake?
Pic. source: www.pixabay.com Q: I’ve chopped and changed a lot in my career – worked in retail for a few years, then studied HR but never really used it, and, most recently, I’ve taught English as a Foreign Language. But I’d really like to get into working in the charity sector – particularly driving tourists […]
My boring job – what can I do?
In this audio below, Brendan Coyne, Life and Executive Coach, responds to a query from a reader who is feeling bored in their current job. Where does she start in terms of looking at a new career? AUDIO:
My work bores me at times – any tips?
“Q: I really enjoy my work but there are days and weeks when I am completely bored. What can I do?” Listen to Career Navigation Consultant Petrina Mitchell’s interview on this topic with Aidan Crowley, CRC-fm. AUDIO:
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 […]
So you’re a journalist or broadcaster – what other career options might be available to you?
So, you’re a journalist, or a broadcaster. Media is in a state of flux with the print sector, in particular, going through difficult times. You may be among the many people finding it difficult to get a permanent contract or find steady work. Or maybe you want a change of scenery and wouldn’t mind branching […]
Competency-based questions for teachers
Teaching and school management posts are now becoming more and more available in Ireland, after the post-economic collapse recruitment embargo. Lots of teachers are very rusty when it comes to job interviews. Competency-based interviews are commonplace now. In this video, Liam Horan talks about the STAR technique and how you can put it to good use in interviews. In the […]
Home is where the work is
Pic source www.pixabay.com Q: Twelve months ago, I was offered a new part-time job, two days a week, working from home. They would give me a laptop and phone; contribute to my broadband and various other perks. I’d always been a bricks-and-mortar type employee and I thought I’d never adjust. A year on, I wouldn’t […]