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 […]
How to strike the right tone in community work interview
Q: My friend is going for an interview in a fortnight as a community development worker with a youth organisation. The role will involve helping young people growing up in difficult circumstances to get involved in activities such as sport, drama, art, volunteering and the like. She is newly qualified in this area but hasn’t […]
Figuring out the lie of the land in SME interviews
Following on from our recent advice column written by an executive with vast experience of interviewing candidates in the public sector, we thought it might be useful to complement that with a view from the private sector. We sourced the following from a successful businessperson in the midlands. It is based on years of hard-won […]
How to fit the bill in public service interview
Q: I’m going for a job in the public service next week. I’ve been in the private sector for many years and I far I may not be able to persuade them I have the adaptability to make the change. Could you give me some tips? (RT, email). A: Well done RT, fail to prepare… […]
Seven common job interview errors – and how to avoid them
Not letting them know you really want the job. It’s crucial to show a genuine desire for the position during the interview. While it’s important to remain professional, don’t be afraid to express your excitement about the opportunity. You can do this by asking informed questions about the company and the role, and by sharing […]
Confessions of a job interview candidate
This isn’t a question. It is my own personal experience from a job interview I did last week. I hadn’t done one in about six years, and I was nervous beforehand, not least because I really want to escape my current incarceration, sorry, job, writes “Regular Reader, CP”. I tried to avoid putting a lot […]
How CV walk-through can be a winner
Q: At the start of the interview, they asked me to “walk us through your CV”. I probably rambled on. It’s not today or yesterday that I started in the workplace. Eventually they cut me short before I’d even got to my current role. I realised then I’d probably made a hash of it. The […]
Seven tips to shine in a recorded job interview
Q: I’ve been called for a job interview in a fortnight’s time. But this is not any ordinary interview: I’m being interviewed by a camera. Yes, it will be recorded, and then judged by someone else and I will then learn my fate. The process is devoid of human interaction. How cold! I’m spooked. Ease […]
How do I answer ‘tell me about yourself’ without sounding rehearsed?
The “Tell me about yourself” question is a staple of job interviews, offering a chance to showcase your professional story. Here’s how to craft a natural, impactful response. Focus on your career journey Concentrate on your professional milestones rather than personal details. Highlight key moments such as education, experience, and achievements that relate directly to […]
Red flags to watch out for during a job interview
Job interviews are a two-way street: while you’re trying to impress the employer, they are also evaluating whether the company is a good fit for you. Here are some red flags to watch for that could indicate potential problems with the role or organisation. Vague or unclear job description If the interviewer cannot provide a […]