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Profiles (And why they’ve replaced your Cover Letter)

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The use of profiles versus cover letters has been a topic that has seen much debate recently. Job seekers eager to see their application at the top of the pile have questioned whether to include a cover letter or profile, … Continue reading

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Interview Preparation: Looking your best for an Interview (The first 5 seconds)

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There are many studies and books of research that will state we make our initial impression of someone from the first 5 seconds. While this is completely at odds with the “never judge a book by its cover” ethos   that … Continue reading

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Internships & Work Experience – Confessions of a JobBridge Schemer…

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There has been a lot of discussion regarding Internships and Work Experience in the press. Recently the Taoiseach announced 5,000 internship positions filled, with the expectations that this will bring the participants significantly closer to full time employment and where … Continue reading

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Your CV, 30 seconds to Impress (though it’s probably closer to 20)

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The saying that your CV gives you “A 30 second window to impress” was told to me often during my job search. Like most job seekers I would scan my CV fervently looking for information that would make me more … Continue reading

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Microsoft Career Reboot

Microsoft have taken the bull by the horns in the quest to help recent graduates and unemployed people up skill and kick start their careers by hosting the ‘Career Reboot’ event, taking place this weekend.  The aim of the event … Continue reading

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The New CV

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The following article was written by Jessica O’Sullivan, published by Stellar Magazine (www.stellar.ie) and with contributor Ryan McGeough of Career Consultants.   Whilst watching videos of kittens and their capers can be a can be a fun way to pass … Continue reading

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Communications Strategy for implementing a Redundancy programme

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Besides the obvious legal requirements and adhering to a ‘fair’ process the most important aspect of a successful outplacement/redundancy programme is regular communication with all employees. When planning redundancies, an organisation may encounter a number of difficult decisions that may … Continue reading

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Effective (and Non-Creepy) Ways to Stalk People on LinkedIn – Forbes

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          Effective (and Non-Creepy) Ways to Stalk People on LinkedIn – Forbes.

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10 Reasons why you can’t get a Job

http://www.cpl.ie/blog/post/75248/10-reasons-why-you-cant-get-a-job Peter Cosgrove, Director of Permanent Business at CPL, outlines the 10 Biggest Mistakes candidates make when applying for jobs. A must see for any jobseeker!  

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