Below is the video for the Monster Careers Fair at the RDS on 12th November. This was a very successful day with great feedback from jobseekers. I presented at the event and you can hear some of my views on CV Writing during the video.
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New Jobs in Ireland – SuccessFactors, Teleperformance, Olive Safety, Bord Na Móna
Wednesday, August 5th, 2009Beneath all the doom and gloom in Ireland there is still a stream of new jobs announcements. This passes by some jobseekers as they are too caught up with the negative jobs news. Below is an outline of 700 new jobs announced in the last week or so. These jobs are across the country and within a number of skills and industry sectors.
240 new jobs in Dublin & Newry with Teleperformance — French call centre operator Teleperformance will create 240 jobs in Dublin & Newry to support grocery chain Sainsbury’s. This positive news follows an announcement earlier this year for 610 jobs at its customer contact centres in Newry and Bangor.
20 new jobs in Dublin with (AMPAC-ISP Group) — America Pacific Corporation will create 20 new jobs in Dublin over the next five years in Dublin following the decision to set up its European HQ in the city. AMPAC-ISP designs and manufactures mission-critical structural components for the European space industry.
100 new jobs in Cork with Olive Safety — A Cork H&S firm plans to create 100 jobs over the next year.
40 new jobs in Dublin with SuccessFactors — Talent management software provider SuccessFactors will establish its European Multilingual Business Centre in Dublin creating 40 high-value jobs in Ireland. The new European Multilingual Business Centre will be located in Dundrum. The European Multilingual Business Centre will service customers in the small and medium-size markets.
300 jobs nationwide with Bord Na Móna — Bord Na Mona are investing in green energy and will create jobs as a result. The jobs will be created in a range of areas in projects such as environmental solution, waste recovery and recycling and new investment in wind and gas power stations.
For those of you targeting these jobs it is important to market yourself and sell yourself. CV Writing Services can enhance your CV and help you stand out in the crowd. Interview Techniques Preparation can help you deliver at interview and land job offers.
Job Hunting & Interviewing in Ireland
Tuesday, April 14th, 2009I read an interesting article online today about sure ways to annoy a hiring manager during the job hunting process from applications, sending CV’s through to the actual interviews. I have listed the points and some of my comments after ….. some of these are so no brainer!!
1. Applying for jobs you are not qualified for. (From a jobseekers perspective you have to try …. certainly in a skill shortage market)
2. Sending generic cover letter’s. (Absolutely agree – you won’t get called for interview in a tough job market)
3. Seen-it-a-million-times Objective on your CV “challenging opportunity with a forward-looking company where I can utilise my knowledge, experience and skills to our mutual advantage.” (You can forget about these right now – worst start possible to a CV – no point!!)
4. Making your CV a list of past duties. (You have to make an impact and include achievements!!)
5. Lie or exaggerate about ANYTHING (Are all CV’s not self promoting documents. In fact most hiring managers expect some lies on a CV. I have to agree with this point though …. do a CV well and you don’t have to lie)
6. Keep making repetitive “notice-me” calls to ask if your CV was received. (Yes this can be harassment – one call or ideally call before you send it)
7. Slow response to messages left on your answering machine or voicemail. (You obviously don’t need the job if this is the case)
8. Lack of flexibility for phone-screening interviews. (Previous comment)
9. Not providing salary requirements when requested prior to the interview. (If asked provided – if don’t have one then let employer know your current salary)
10. Fail to research the company prior to the interview. (No brainer!!)
11. Arrive at your interview late. (Previous comment)
12. Rude to the receptionist. (especially if the person at reception is on the interview panel)
13. “See attached CV” instead of filling application completely. (Lazy!!)
14. Lack of interview preparation. (EHHHH!!! – forget about annoying the hiring manager – you are wasting your time attending interview)
15. Ask “What’s in it for ME?” type questions at the interview. (Well “me” is part of the process so you can ask these questions but just disguise them)
16. Fail to send a thank-you letter after the interview. (not that common in Ireland BUT nice touch!!)
17. Call for update before decision date (this is a number one annoyance – don’t do it)
CV & Interview Support – Dublin, Cork, Limerick, Galway & Waterford
Tuesday, April 7th, 2009Two new career websites were launched this week by Paul Mullan founder of measurability.ie. One site www.cvsolutions.ie will offer a professional CV writing service to jobseekers nationwide. The other site www.interviewsolutions.ie will offer interview coaching & preparation to jobseekers.
Measurability (Career, HR & Outplacement Experts) was established in early 2006 to support jobseekers and employers nationwide. Demand for services has prompted Paul to establish to websites focusing on CV’s and Interviews.
Information on Interview Coaching or Competency Based Interview preparation.
Information on professional CV writing service.
The sites will be developed over the coming months to offer a wide range of free tips and advice.
CVsolutions will also include some free advice for jobseekers who want to go it alone and develop their own CV. You will find excellent CV Tips & Advice and Cover Letter Tips. There is expert opinion on CV Layout and CV Format. You will also find CV Examples and CV Samples
Interviewsolutions will also be developed to offer free advice for jobseekers who want to prepare on a budget. There are many interview preparation tips, interview questions and interview answers. This information will help your interview skills and interview techniques.
HR & Recruitment keeping you uo tp date with all the latest HR & Recruitment News, Tips and Advice. HR & Recruitment Ireland.
Workshop – Get a job in Ireland 2009 – Essential Guide
Tuesday, March 24th, 2009Jobs are scarce and competition is high. What worked during the Celtic Tiger highs will not owrk now. Whether you are changing career or out of work this career workshop is a MUST ATTEND. It will unearth the essential skills to find a job in a tough job market.
The workshop will help you
Enhance you job hunting skills and knowledge – Access the hidden job market!!
Enhance your CV – Market yourself effectively and land more interviews
Enhance performance at interview – Get jobs offers!!
Paul Mullan & Jane Downes will be running the workshop – Meet the experts
Paul Mullan is founder of Measurability (www.measurability.ie) a leading Career, Outplacement and HR consultancy. Paul is a leading commentator in Ireland as career doctor for Irish Independent and CV expert for RecruitIreland. He has 15 years career coaching, recruitment, outplacement and HR experience in Ireland and UK.
Jane Downes if founder of Clearview Coaching Group (www.clearviewcoachgroup.com) and practices career and executive coaching. Jane also co – owns Irelands first Development Assessment and Coaching Centre for Emotional Intelligence – www.EiIreland.com. Jane is regularly invited to write articles for the National Press in the areas of Motivation/Performance/ Goals/Career & Interview Coaching and Work Life Balance. Jane has a Social Science Degree from U.C.D and Fas Approved Training/Facilitation Qualification (N.U.I). She is a Qualified Life & Business Coach and Career Coach Assessor (www.fireworkcoaching.com) and a licensed and qualified Emotional Intelligence Assessor (EQi).
Workshop & Booking Details
Date: Sat 25th April 2009
Venue: Bewleys Hotel Dublin Airport
Address Baskin Lane Cloghran, Dublin
Workshops: 2 separate workshops – morning and afternoon
Time: 10.00 – 1.00pm & 2.00pm – 5.00pm
Cost: €120
Each workshop is limited to 15 places so book now to avoid disappointment – email paul@measurability.ie or via booking for contact us
Training & Education – Importance of Education & Qualifications
Friday, March 13th, 2009Through my work I come in contact with two groups – those with no or little qualifications and those who go to third level directly from secondary. I have observed individuals from both groups who have not progressed in their career.
I often ask – why?
My theory is as follows ……
When I was growing up the importance of qualifications was drilled into me by teachers, family and peers with comments like “if you don’t have qualifications you will end up in a dead end job” or “get a degree and you will be successful”. The unfortunate thing is that many believe these comments. Those without qualifications accept lower level jobs and never seek to better themselves because they believe it is not possible. Equally there are those you get a degree and enter the working world with a “made it” sign without realising that they must actually do some hard work.
Therefore my stance on qualification is as follows – you don’t need qualifications to be successful (don’t believe me – well some of the most successful people in the world will vouch for this). Qualifications will open more doors though BUT once you get through that door you have to actually work hard to earn success.
Attached is a link for MS Office training – again this will not guarantee success but it will enhance your CV and perhaps open more doors.
Free CV & Interview Tips for Jobseekers
Wednesday, February 4th, 2009If you are hunting for a job in Ireland below are links to some free advice that can support your efforts. The are some excellent CV & Interview Tips to ensure you make an impact in this competitive job market.
CV & COVER LETTER WRITING TIPS
Here are some CV Writing Tips & Help that will ensure you create an impact CV. There are also CV Templates and CV Samples & Examples. To support your CV here are some excellent Cover Letter Tips.
INTERVIEWS, INTERVIEW TIPS & JOB INTERVIEWS
Most job seekers will face a traditional interview and these Interview Tips, Techniques & Skills will help improve your performance. Practice some of the more popular interview questions and answers. For those facing structured interviews this information on competency based interviews should help.
FACEBOOK – New Jobs in Dublin
Friday, October 3rd, 2008I wrote previously that Facebook can get you the sack. Well if it already has why not go and work for them directly. Facebook has announced that it will be creating 70 new jobs in Dublin. They will create a wide range of jobs across online technical, sales and operations to support users in Europe, Africa and the Middle East.
Get your CV and Interview Skills up to date and land a job with a great company with exciting opportunities.
Career Workshop in Dublin – 18th October!!
Tuesday, September 2nd, 2008It is estimated that 80% of Irish workers are unhappy in their career. Unfortunately many of these workers accept this situation. Few take action to seek career satisfaction. This workshop can help you on the road to a more suitable career ….
WORKSHOP CONTENT
Career clarity & career direction
Career planning
Expert advice to market yourself – CV’s & Cover Letters
In-depth understanding of Job Search strategies
ABOUT THE WORKSHOP FACILITATORS
Jane Downes of Clearview Coaching Group www.clearviewcoachgroup.com and Paul Mullan of Measurability www.measurability.ie are two of Irelands leading Career Coaches helping jobseekers across Ireland successfully navigate career hurdles.
WORKSHOP INFORMATION
Location: Dublin City (D2)
Date: 18th October
Time: 10.00 – 2.00
For more information email info@measurability.ie or post a comment
