Class of 2017!
Published on 2nd June 2017 under Students,
These great lyrics might help during this stressful exam prep time! Baz Luhrmann – Sunscreen
Prepare for college with a trip to Higher Options, RDS
Published on 5th September 2016 under Students,
The Irish Times Higher Options is one of Ireland’s biggest student events and has become an annual fixture on the Education calendar. Prepare with this handy worksheet.
Let it begin!
Published on 30th August 2016 under Students,
As parents we will always be witnesses to our little ones entering a new world.
What I learned from the Leaving Cert
Published on 3rd June 2016 under Students,
There are lessons to be learned but the Leaving Cert is only one chapter in your book of Life. The results won’t/don’t define you. Regardless of your points, you can pick a rewarding career and enjoy many years of making new friends, learning new skills, new experiences, travelling etc. Buckle up!
Future Proof you Career
Published on 23rd May 2016 under Training, Uncategorised,
Understanding what you can offer an employer and communicating this in both CV and at interview is key.
Time Management Techniques
Published on 15th April 2016 under Professionals/Career Movers, Training,
“Time is the only commodity that matters” Pausch, 2007
I challenge you (and myself) to move from a time management approach to ME management and spend time wisely.
Students: Stewards of their own careers?
Published on 15th March 2016 under Uncategorised,
The benefit of this approach is that your teenager gets the guidelines and support from you (which they need) but the decision and appropriate responsibility is theirs. Too many 6th year students are starting college in September unprepared for the course and the huge differences of a third level environment. Assisting them to take charge of their choices now should make them more realistic and prepared for this transition.
Spring Clean Your CV!
Published on 23rd February 2016 under Professionals/Career Movers,
It’s a task we all put off, until of course, a job catches our eye! Then it’s time to dust off that CV, add a few more lines to ‘refresh it’ and we can, mistakenly, think we’re good to go! Think again…use these techniques to create a compelling CV!
How to fall in love with your career
Published on 8th February 2016 under Professionals/Career Movers,
February is the month dedicated to romance. Inspired by this, Career Compass has 3 suggested steps to help you “love the one (the career) you’re with!” Have courage and take responsibility for your own happiness!
Six Key Career Questions
Published on 29th January 2016 under Professionals/Career Movers, Students,
Overwhelming career choice stressing you out? Answer these six questions and you’ll be a lot closer to making your mind up! Be sure to answer from the heart!