Sell Yourself
PREPARING FOR A JOB INTERVIEW If you’re a naturally shy person, it can be a daunting task to try and sell yourself in a job application form or interview, but there are a few ways to make it easier. REALISE YOUR OWN STRENGTHS: The first step to selling your-self is to recognise that you have...
How to… Hit the ground running
As part of a new weekly podcast, local comedian Sean Hegarty will meet well-known Northern Ireland personalities to get the low-down on their careers. This week he talks to television and radio presenter Pamela Ballantine Pamela said: “In England, at the Evendine Court College of Home Economics for Young Ladies, I quickly learnt I would...
How to… Get the most out of career change
TAKING STEPS TO FINDING NEW JOB Whether you’re searching for a job or thinking of making a career change, taking positive steps now can benefit you for months to come. BRAND YOURSELF:Why not have your own site showcasing your capabilities? You should tailor your project to your job interests. Make sure your online profile is...
How to… Make a Career Change
Hints and Tips to Making a Move Research shows that the average adult has seven to 12 jobs in their lifetime. So how do you know when it’s time to move on from one job and what do you do if you find yourself wanting a completely new career? WHAT DO YOU WANT?Before you can...
Get a work Experience Placement
TAKE THE INIATIVE IN a competitive jobs market gaining as much experience as possible is crucial to put you ahead of the competition. Work experience is also an invaluable insight into whether or not a particular job is right for you and is an excellent opportunity to make contacts. WHEN TO APPLY: Work experience placements...
Improve Your Chances of Employment Through Linkedin
ROGER Gilpin, director of Gilpin Executive Search, offers his top tips on how to attract employers and access the hidden job market that headhunters operate in. In today’s growing digital era, more employers than ever before are turning to the web to look for the perfect candidate to fill in a specified job vacancy.By quite...
How to… Make the Most of Your Soft Skills
‘Soft Skills’ are the personal qualities and attributes that make you unique and can help you stand out from the competition. Know what yours are so that when it comes to the interview process you can show how your life experiences and personality make you the perfect candidate for the role. Key skills employers look for include the following: COMMUNICATION: The ultimate soft skill. Your success at interview...
Start your own Business
STARTING your own business is a daunting prospect but the rewards can be high. Planning is key so consider the following tips: 1. KNOW YOURSELFCan you work alone? 2. ARE YOU PREPARED TO TAKE A RISK? Starting a business will involve risking your savings. 3. RESEARCH YOUR MARKET What is the extent of the market...
Retails Therapy: How to Get a rewarding Career
There are so many different types of retail environment in which to work, such as marketing, phone sales, visual merchandising and purchasing. If you’ve decided that you want to pursue a career in retail, it’s important that you’ve done your research and that you choose an environment which is going to suit you. Claire O’Reilly...
Answer Interview Questions
READY THAT ‘OFF THE CUFF’ REPLY YOU’VE secured the interview and have done all your research on the company and position but now you can give yourself an extra advantage by anticipating the interview scenario and questions. While all interview situations will differ from company to company there are a few generic questions you can...