New year, new career?
By Sabina Trench, Career Coach, Sli Nua Careers As we move into the new year, it is not unusual to start thinking about the future and the year ahead. What if you are thinking not only of a new job, but a complete career change? Where do you start? ‘What colour is your parachute?’ might […]
How to prepare for an aptitude test
“Dear Sabina, I have applied for a job and am at the second stage of an application process, which involves aptitude tests. People say there is nothing I can do to prepare, is this true? Do I just wing it? Many thanks,” CS Career Coach Sabina Trench Community Radio Castlebar has a licence from the Broadcasting […]
Social media and your career – never the twain shall meet?
By Sabina Trench, Career Coach, Sli Nua Careers You may ‘like’ a lot, tweet up a storm or ‘Instagram’ ‘til dawn, but be careful; your employer (current or potential) may be watching. Will they like that they see? asks SABINA TRENCH, Career Coach, Sli Nua Careers. Social media offers a chance to get connected, share […]
New year-new job – getting started in six easy steps
New year-new job By Sabina Trench, Career Coach, Sli Nua Careers There’s a new year on the horizon and you are thinking about changing your job. Where do you start and what’s your plan? A strategic approach is best and it all starts with your six-point job search check list, writes SABINA TRENCH, Career Coach, […]
CV referees, in or out?
By Sabina Trench, Career Coach, Sli Nua Careers As you edit and review your CV, keeping it to the recommended two pages, you realise you have omitted your referees. Is this a big deal? Does anyone contact them anyway? It is, and they do, writes SABINA TRENCH, CAREER COACH, SLI NUA CAREERS. The very last […]
Public Jobs opportunities – where to find them
“Hello Sabina, I was listening to you last week, and you talked about the public job opportunities. I didn’t even know this website existed. Where should I be looking for jobs? I don’t know where to start. Many thanks, PdeB Career Coach Sabina Trench Community Radio Castlebar has a licence from the Broadcasting Commission of Ireland […]
Job Seekers – stand out from the crowd with your job application form
“Hello Sabina, I am applying for a job that I have wanted all my life. It involves an application form that includes a blank section at the end for more information. Should I make my case for the job in there? I really want this, so any advice would be great.” – CD Career Coach Sabina […]
I have a job offer, but do I take it?
Job offer By Sabina Trench, Career Coach, Sli Nua Careers You’re on the job hunt, but you are already in a job. Now that the offer is on the table, panic sets in and you don’t know what to do. If you only consider the money, you may be setting yourself up for a fall, […]
Top tips for the perfect resignation letter
Hello Sabina, Good news. I have been offered a new job, so I need to write a letter of resignation for my current employer. It’s been a mixed experience, how do I write a letter without burning any bridges? Any guidance much appreciated. MO Career Coach Sabina Trench Community Radio Castlebar has a licence from the […]
Read the job spec carefully before you apply
Hello Sabina, I have just come across a job that I’d really like to apply for. The job spec is four pages long, and it’s really hard to know what they are looking for exactly. How do I separate the wheat from the chaff? Thanks for your help. NC Career Coach Sabina Trench Community Radio Castlebar […]