Career fog can be cleared
Q: I’m been working in the same place for 23 years and now I want a change. The problem is that I haven’t applied for a job, let alone created a CV, since the day I came in here. This whole area is alien to me – can you give any pointers to help me […]
Go strong, or do not go at all
Q: I’m going for a job interview next week, and, to be honest, I’m not really sure I want it – I’ve heard mixed reports about the company. The job is a step-up from my current level (with a different company) and I’m attracted by the prospect of going up the ladder. The money is […]
CV talk for your school, college or group
To mark the opening of our new Limerick office, we are offering a limited number of CV Preparation talks at no charge to schools, colleges and groups in the Munster region. The talks will be conducted by our Limerick-based Career Coach Deirdre May, and will be approximately 60 minutes long. If you would like to […]
Psychometric test bodes well
Q: I have recently completed two interviews for a position. The company told me they initially interviewed seven people from a total application of 85. Of that seven, three were called back for second interview. Today they emailed me to say they wish me to undergo a psychometric test. I was a bit taken aback […]
#irishbizparty power bursts
Every Wednesday night, from 9-11, a corner of Irish business comes to life. Business owners from all over the country rally around the hashtag #irishbizparty to promote their own business, and, crucially, to promote the business of others too. The benefits include: 1. Attention for your business; 2. A feel-good factor as you see others […]
SOS for job-searching campaigns
At Sli Nua Careers, we are currently compiling a list of great/quirky/persistent job-seeking campaigns. Like this one: http://bit.ly/Zukbt6 Or this one: http://bit.ly/Oygy9O If you know of any such campaigns – or, indeed, if you have executed one yourself – please email LIAM HORAN with a pointer in the right direction. We will be publicising these strategies […]
Company knowledge is your secret weapon in interview
This week we return to a topic we have glanced off before without ever dealing with it in great detail: to wit, the whole area of researching the organisation before you present for interview. At a recent employment conference, a business owner described it as “the biggest failing I come across in candidates.” She added: […]
Reporting history to create belief in the candidate
Q: I’ve seen CVs where people list ‘reporting to’ at the end of each job. I have never done it myself. Is it a good idea? I’m a marketing specialist and am currently working at management level, but thinking about a change. Does it bring any benefits? (DD, email) A: I certainly believe it can […]
Looking to the future for your big idea
Q: I’m going for an interview in my own company next week. I’m currently a senior salesperson in the business and the position of sales manager has come up. To be honest, I don’t think the current incumbent has done a good job. He has been slow to introduce innovations and hasn’t built good relations […]
A second chance to make a lasting impression
Q: I’ve just been called for a second interview for a job. I’ve a lot of experience in the sector, and know I’d be a good fit for the position. I felt I did very well in the first interview and am now just wondering what more I can do second time around. Any thoughts? […]