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:
Look to yourself for interview boost
Q: I’m the youngest person going for the job – I fear I will be well beaten by the more experienced candidates. How can I build my confidence? Deep down, I know I can do the job, but I mightn’t get that across? (DF, email). A: I’m not sure how many job interviews Bob Dylan […]
Bored at work
Q: Generally, I really enjoy my work but there are days and weeks when I am completely bored. What can I do? (RM, email). A: RM, many workplace surveys recognise that boredom is simply part of our daily lives, writes Petrina Mitchell, Talent Coach & HR Consultant. In 2018, Psychology Today magazine outlined that […]
It’s what you learned, not just what you did
Q: I’ve never had a CV before – and I’m 37. Every job I’ve got over the past 20 years has been by word of mouth – I spent ten years in construction in London and was never out of work. But now I’m applying for a job in a semi-state body and they want […]
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
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 […]