Although the initial shock of the pandemic is far behind us, there are some elements which still haven’t been clearly resolved. In the beginning, we went from being office based, to working from home on a daily basis, almost overnight. Then, as we started to near the end, hybrid working was introduced. And now, we
Cyber Security Specialists are in huge demand right now and the demand is only growing. But what does it take to become an expert within the industry and is it a difficult area to get into? Moreover, are there many contracting opportunities and what sort of experience is key to progressing within this area? We
It’s no secret that it’s a candidate’s market out there – particularly within the realm of IT. In fact, the global skills shortage is at a 16-year high making the industry even more attractive to get into. And as businesses continue to build momentum across their transformation projects, IT contracting is a particularly popular choice
Job interviews were never designed to be easy. They’re filled with hurdles that can trip you up at any moment. The interviewer is used to catching candidates off guard, so they are armed with tricks to get you to open up. The good thing is however, with a little bit of practice, you can be
Seen the perfect job? Ready to apply? Most of the time, a well-polished CV is your only way to get your foot in the door. So, it’s really important it hits the mark. But CVs are not the easiest things to write, and they need to evolve in line with your career. What’s optimal for
Over the past two years, our approach to work has completely changed. We’ve gone from rarely taking a day out of the office to rarely being in. Many are re-prioritising and looking at what they want from their working life, as well as what they need. And this has had a knock-on effect, particularly within
At the start of 2021, we were already seeing a rise in contracting roles. This was brought about by a combination of urgent, technical requirements along with a high degree of uncertainty of what was around the corner. A year on, we are seeing more of the same, with many employers looking to implement significant
Although many may be in a state of flux right now – the great resignation still prominent as well as new employee benefits and flexible working opportunities driving change across the jobs market – there are plenty of opportunities to be had across Ireland. In this feature, we cover some of the most in-demand areas
Job hunting can sometimes feel like an impossible task. And if you haven’t moved roles in a little while, it can be quite daunting. Not just from the task list perspective – updating your CV, improving your LinkedIn profile and reaching out to prospective employers – but from a life perspective too. Work forms a
Selling yourself isn’t easy. Whether it’s writing your CV or updating your LinkedIn profile, it’s all about making a great first impression. But today, especially with remote and hybrid working, LinkedIn is almost unavoidable, and it is, without a doubt, one of the best ways to get noticed as well as boost your credibility and
Good tax planning, which need not be complex, helps you achieve your financial goals and plan for upcoming life events. In this feature, co-owner and director of Tax at Fenero, David O’Reilly, covers tax planning for contractors or anyone thinking of becoming a contractor. David is an Accountant and Chartered Tax Advisor with the Irish
Wherever you are in your career path, there’s always a next step. In this feature, we talk to Senior Technical Recruitment Specialist, Alan O’Connor, who talks a little around his area of expertise as well as how he can help – whatever your career goal. Name: Alan O’Connor What is your area of expertise? I
Work. Sleep. Coffee. Repeat. Sound familiar? Like all things in life, it’s easy to feel like you’re stuck in a rut at work. But there are lots of things you can do to help. And finding the right balance at work is a great way to enhance your daily well-being as well as feel more
New Year’s Resolutions – either you love them, or you don’t. But regardless of your stance on this long-held tradition, the New Year brings with it an opportunity to reflect and change the things we’re not happy with. Perhaps you’re looking to get fit, drink less coffee, drink more coffee or learn a new language
Every job is more than just what we do. Whatever your role, it’s always the people who make it. And when you’re able to build those great working relationships, then you’re much more likely to be happy in your job – and stay in it. It also really helps in times like these, to have
Over the past few months, we have seen unemployment reach the highest it has been in years. Covid has brought the economy to a standstill and many are now out of a job. Fortunately, however, we are starting to come out the other side and businesses are putting plans into place for returning to work
The way that contracting roles are viewed has changed significantly over the past few years. The fear of any sort of lack of security has started to diminish and many specialists are now seeing it as a way of working that suits them and their lifestyle. They have more flexibility, they can gain a lot
Climbing the job ladder was never easy. And now with the market more competitive than ever, getting to the next step can be pretty demanding. The good news is you don’t need to wait around for an opportunity to arise in order to develop your career. In fact, the more action you take, the better.
