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THE world the CEO is a world of competing priorities. Clients must be kept happy, new work must be won, and employees attracted and retained. They also may need to engage with audiences that do not necessarily like them. The one thread that ties these disparate business strands together – and makes them work in […]
When attending an interview, as humans we tend to concentrate and focus solely on what we should do. We never really pay much attention to the things that we should not do. We have already outlined a short article on Simple Tips to Interview Success but today we wanted to address a different topic. Some […]
A strong team is the foundation of a thriving company and a good team ethic can be held accountable for the success and smooth running of good performing business. If colleagues do not work connect or work well together then problems can begin to arise, such as missed deadlines, targets not reached and in […]
Recruitment Agencies are growing in demand. More and more companies everyday are relying on the experience and knowledge of a recruitment agency to fill current openings in their business. As well as companies, candidates (Job Seekers) are also taking advantage of the services provided by recruitment agencies. You might ask yourself, what exactly is […]
While stress is something that we cannot completely avoide, it is important that we learn how to handle it accordingly. Of course, a certain level of stress can be somewhat healthy in terms of motivation and performance, it is vital that it does not stop you from productively and happily fulfilling your professional role. Stress […]
When you are on the lookout for a new job, it’s so important to consider more than just the job itself. Of course, the job is important, but it’s always a good idea to think about other elements rather than just the salary and the responsibilities of the position. The job itself isn’t going […]
“Change is the law of life. Those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future.” – John F. Kennedy Nobody said changing career is easy. It can be a daunting experience for everyone. Why would I leave everything that I know, I have so many friends here, I have […]
Research has shown that candidates are driving the hiring process, so the responsibility is on the companies to make it a positive experience. Studies indicate a positive recruitment experience motivates 97% of candidates to refer other candidates with over 50% of them likely to share their positive experiences with people they may know through social […]
After putting in the time, effort and investment to hiring the best employees for your business it’s important that you retain your talent. Exit interviews have been conducted as employers try to investigate the secret of keeping their employees satisfied within the workplace. Salary, retirement plans and vacation benefits are high on the list […]
Waking up to the sound of a ringing alarm on a Monday morning is, though a frequent even, an unpleasant experience for the vast majority of us. If you enjoy your job most of the time but find it hard to get yourself motivated first thing on a Monday morning after […]
Amazon is to create another 1,000 permanent jobs in Ireland over the next two years, bringing its total permanent workforce here to 5,000 people. The new roles will be based across the company’s Cork and Dublin sites in Blanchardstown, Tallaght, the city centre, and north County Dublin. The new jobs range from software development […]
What technical topics should you be prepared to address? Before you dig into the technical topics you may be asked about during your interview, connect with your recruiting point of contact to understand the subjects/skills you’ll most likely be discussing and demonstrating. In general, the technical interviews typically require you to perform coding and system […]
Exposure to loud noises during common recreational activities is widely cited as a cause of “hidden hearing loss.” A new study of young adults, however, finds that while hearing is temporarily affected after attending a loud event, there is no evidence of auditory nerve injury or permanent hearing difficulties. The study is the first to look […]
The privacy portal will roll out worldwide in the coming months Apple has launched a privacy portal where users can download all of the information and data the company has that’s associated with their Apple ID. The portal allows you to receive information including: your activity on the App Store, iTunes Store, iBooks Store, and Apple Music; […]
HOW TECHNOLOGY CONTINUES TO DRIVE THE VIDEO GAMING INDUSTRY There are few industries as closely linked to the latest technological advances as video gaming is. Thanks to recent advances, many of the latest new games are incredibly life-like and absorbing in a way that they have never been before. Yet, the way that technology is […]
The pay at big tech can be … pretty big. In a recent filing, Google parent Alphabet revealed that the median compensation for its employees is at nearly $200,000 a year. That speaks to how tough the competition is for top engineering talent. But a cushy salary isn’t guaranteed everywhere. At Amazon, where jobs include […]
You’ve been in your job at work for a few years, and for almost as long you’ve been angling for a promotion to a higher position. One day the desired slot opens up, and your boss calls you into his office to let you know you’ve got the job. You’re excited, of course. As […]
Mike O’Shea who we are supporting has arrived in Mauritania. In his own words: So the last week has been interesting to say the least, some 15hr driving days, trying to check into hotels at 3am with armed security, got chased by an angry mob in Mauritania after asking could we take a photo, i […]
The Qualities of a Leader What are the qualities which a leader should possess? There have been many attempts at listing the many good qualities which a leader should possess, and cataloguing those undesirable characteristics which he should not possess or should minimize or eliminate. Such a listing often serves only to discourage the aspirant […]
When I was asked to write this article, I wanted to write about something that I knew would relate to all fellow recruiters within the industry. At some point, we have all experienced some if not all the below…I am going to use the word “symptoms” and I will explain why. I think you will […]
Can you remember what you were doing at the very moment when you first heard about or saw the shocking images of huge airplanes crashing into the World Trade Centre in New York on September 11, 2001. I certainly can,- I was dealing with a crisis of my own in the school where I worked […]