Why you shouldn’t aim for perfection in job interviews
Q: I have already done two mock interviews for an upcoming job. In both cases, I got friends of mine who work in the same general field – business management – to put me through my paces. While both were adamant that I did well, I know I forgot to give some good information on […]
How to keep the interview panel looking in the right places
Q: I am going for a job interview next week and I’m pretty sure I fit the bill. However, I fear my lack of technology experience will come against me. I’m not that bad on technology but I have never used it much in the workplace. I’m told the technology required in this instance can […]
Good work experience can go a long way
Q: I have over 20 years’ work experience in an office administration and management role, but no formal qualifications. An opportunity to move to another company has come up to carry out a similar role, but I am afraid I will get overlooked. Does my broad range of work experience matter more than a degree? […]
Cover letter still has a role to play – even by email
Q: What is a cover letter? Why would I need one – is it not just an old-fashioned idea at this stage? (KB, email) A: Yes, you will need a cover letter quite a lot and it is not an old-fashioned idea. It is necessary to include a customised cover letter with many CVs you submit […]
Useful websites and apps for school teachers
As teachers, we encounter the technological revolution head-on simply because we meet digital natives every day.New ways of teaching and learning are emerging all the time writes Siobhan Ni Fhlatharta, St Patrick’s Classical School, Navan, Co. Meath. [gap height=”20] It can be dizzying at times, but technology, ultimately, can bring real benefits in the classroom. Here […]
Careers Day 2018 aims to help teenagers with career choice
Senior cycle and pre-senior cycle students, and their families, are invited to attend the Claremorris Career Event 2018, which takes place in the McWilliam Park Hotel, Claremorris, on Saturday, January 20 (11am to 2pm). Last year’s inaugural event attracted a bumper attendance of over 500 students and parents. The list of this year’s guest speakers […]
South West Counselling Centre recruiting for a CEO – we can help a good candidate get over the line
By Mary Reale, Career Coach, Sli Nua Careers, Tralee Are you an IACP or IAHIP accredited counsellor with a third level qualification and 3+ years project management experience? South West Counselling Centre is presently recruiting for a CEO. See job advertisement (closes December 8, 2017) HERE To prepare a CV for this position, I would […]