Interests and hobbies in a CV – in or out?
Hi Sabina, I have the most of my CV completed, but I’m not sure what to include in the hobbies and interests section. Do I just make something up? Thanks, TC Career Coach Sabina Trench Community Radio Castlebar has a licence from the Broadcasting Commission of Ireland to provide a community radio service to Castlebar […]
How best to construct a cover letter
Hi Sabina, I have my CV ready to go out, but I’m not sure where to start with my cover letters. Any advice is most welcome. Thanks, CT Career Coach Sabina Trench Community Radio Castlebar has a licence from the Broadcasting Commission of Ireland to provide a community radio service to Castlebar and the surrounding […]
Application forms and how to make them stand out with great content
I am applying for jobs at the moment, and some companies use application forms instead of CVs. Included in them are a few vague open ended questions with a word limit that I am struggling to answer. Any tips? Thanks, LT Career Coach Sabina Trench Community Radio Castlebar has a licence from the Broadcasting Commission […]
Asking the right questions at #interview #jobsfairy
Hi Sli Nua, I had an interview last week, and it went well. However, when they asked if I had any questions at the end, I froze, said No, and that was the end of the interview. Any tips for next time? Thanks, JD Career Coach Sabina Trench Community Radio Castlebar has a licence from […]
Job-searching tips for new college graduates, by Sabina Trench, Sli Nua Careers
You’re a new graduate – now comes the next part, finding a job. In this interview, Career Coach Sabina Trench offers some useful tips. Career Coach Sabina Trench Community Radio Castlebar has a licence from the Broadcasting Commission of Ireland to provide a community radio service to Castlebar and the surrounding environs and was established […]
Audio: tips by #Careers Coach Sabina Trench for graduates facing into the big bad world #jobfairy
“I have just graduated from college with a degree in Business Studies. Now I’m facing out into the big, bad world. Any tips?” Career Coach Sabina Trench answers this question. Community Radio Castlebar has a licence from the Broadcasting Commission of Ireland to provide a community radio service to Castlebar and the surrounding environs and […]
Audio: how to avoid putting unrealistic expectations on yourself in job interviews
How job candidates expect too much of themselves in interview – and tips to avoid your unrealistic expectations ruining your chances. Liam Horan, Managing Director, Sli Nua Careers Ltd, talks to on Community Radio Castlebar, in Career Corner – a series of career tips interviews that will be broadcast each Monday on CRC-fm at 5.30pm GMT. […]
How to give a great phone #interview – @CRC1029fm June 7th 2016
Today’s Question: I have been called to interview for a marketing role in London – and the interview is to take place over the phone as I am unable to get there on the day in question. I am worried I will not be able to give a good account of myself. Any tips? Liam […]
The hunt begins for teaching jobs – hunt clever @crc1029fm May 30th 2016
I’m a primary school teacher searching for a permanent job in September. There are lots of opportunities out there but not only do I have to send in a CV and cover letter, I have to complete an application form for each school. Where do I start? (JG, email). Career Coach Sabina Trench answers this question. […]
How to overcome low confidence for interview @crc1029fm May 23rd 2016
Today’s Question: I am going for a job interview next week, but I haven’t done one in about eight years. I ran my own business until recently when it folded. My confidence is on the floor. Can you give me some tips? (AOS, email). Career Coach Sabina Trench answers this question. Community Radio Castlebar has […]