How to exit your current role the right way

Thu, May 19, 2022

Q: How can I create an exit strategy to leave a job gracefully? My time here is done. I’m not sure what comes next, and that frightens me a bit I must admit, but I can’t wait here any longer or I’ll go from the wire. I don’t want to leave here on bad terms, though, difficult and all as things have been. (FG, email).

A: Your primary focus should be on an entrance strategy rather than an exit one – how can you find a job you’d like to chase so that you can leave your current one? Where will you enter next is a key question for you, rather than just focusing on what you are currently planning to exit.

Rent the Runway wins Technology Innovation Award at itag Excellence Awards

Thu, May 19, 2022

Niall O’Hara, a Staff Machine Learning Engineer at Rent the Runway has taken home the Technology Innovation Award at the prestigious “itag” (Innovation Technology AtlanTec Gateway) Excellence Awards held in The Hardiman in Galway at the weekend.

Exciting times at Rahoon/Newcastle GAA

Thu, May 19, 2022

Exciting times abound at Rahoon/Newcastle GAA as they recently held a fundraising launch for their new pitch in Thonabrocky. They are so grateful to everyone who came and it was very encouraging to see so many club members as well as members of the wider community in attendance.

Marine Institute and BlueWise Marie presents the SmartBay Observatory Family Fun Day

Thu, May 19, 2022

The Marine Institute & BlueWise Marine will host The SmartBay Observatory Family Fun Day as part of this year’s European Maritime Day event In My Country taking place at Stiúideo Cuan on 21st May, and featuring fun and educational marine workshops for all ages, circus workshops, circus performances, face painting, and more.

Home pelvic routines for all from IPPM

Thu, May 19, 2022

Spectrum Health and International Pelvic Physiotherapy Management (IPPM) are delighted to announce their partnership to provide Home Pelvic Routines for Women and Men. These are evidence-based, high quality online pelvic floor muscle training and routines to treat incontinence and other pelvic conditions.

Urinary incontinence impacts one in three women and one in eight men are affected by pelvic floor muscle dysfunction, leading to urinary incontinence and bladder leaks. People can be reluctant to talk about this problem and many suffer in silence.

Galway-based Hygeia takes home green at national Innovation Awards

Thu, May 05, 2022

Hygeia Group, which has been manufacturing garden care, agricultural and veterinary products in Galway for over 80 years, took home the Best Garden Care Product for their sustainable Nature Safe range at the Innovation Awards 2022 hosted by the Hardware Association of Ireland.

‘Employment Rights Explained’ – South Connacht Citizens Information Service webinar series

Thu, May 05, 2022

Over recent years the way we work has changed dramatically. More of us now work remotely or have a hybrid mix of work, while others have now returned to the office. With all these changes, it is more important than ever for the public to get accurate and up-to-date information on their employment rights and entitlements. In response to these changes, South Connacht Citizens Information Service (SCCIS), in conjunction with National University of Ireland Galway School of Law, is delivering two on-line information events entitled Employment Rights Explained .

How to navigate tricky career change challenges

Thu, May 05, 2022

Reader AF has a number of questions he would like dealt with as he is currently in the middle of a career change. “I have been in the same job for 24 years and moving on is much more daunting than I thought,” he writes.

Landmark reached as 100 million car cameras produced by Valeo at its Tuam site

Thu, May 05, 2022

ON Friday last, Valeo produced its one hundred millionth automotive nearfield camera, which gives the car its rear and surround vision, at its Tuam site in Ireland (around 850 employees).

HBAN syndicates lead €1.9M investment in Galway start-up SymPhysis Medical

Thu, Apr 28, 2022

HBAN (Halo Business Angel Network), the all-island organisation responsible for the promotion of business angel investment, and a joint initiative of Enterprise Ireland, InterTradeIreland and Invest Northern Ireland, this week announced that three of its angel syndicates have led a €1.925M investment in Galway-based start-up, SymPhysis Medical.

Government should expand voucher scheme to drive digital business

Thu, Apr 28, 2022

Digital Business Ireland, the country’s leading representative body for digital, ecommerce and online businesses is this week calling for the Trading Online Voucher Scheme to be expanded in order to facilitate the growth of Ireland’s e-commerce sector.

Hundreds of jobs opportunities at Jobs Expo Galway

Thu, Apr 21, 2022

Are you eager to advance in your career in? Are you seeking CV evaluation and professional advice from professional career counsellors? Jobs Expo is returning to Galway this month and will be held at Leisureland Events Centre this Saturday, April 23 (10am-4pm).

Integer announces acquisition of Aran Biomedical

Thu, Apr 14, 2022

Galway-based Integer Holdings Corporation last week announced the acquisition of Connemara Biomedical Holdings Teoranta, including its operating subsidiaries Aran Biomedical and Proxy Biomedical (collectively “Aran” or “Aran Biomedical”).

A recognized leader in proprietary medical textiles, high precision biomaterial coverings and coatings as well as advanced metal and polymer braiding, Aran delivers development and manufacturing solutions for implantable medical devices. Consistent with its strategy, the combination with Aran further increases Integer’s ability to offer complete solutions for complex delivery and therapeutic devices in high growth cardiovascular markets such as structural heart, neurovascular, peripheral vascular, and endovascular as well as general surgery.

Musgrave donates €1 million worth of funds and goods to support the Ukrainian people

Thu, Apr 14, 2022

Musgrave Group, together with its retail partners, colleagues, and shoppers, has donated over €1 million worth of funds and goods to support the Ukrainian people.

ATU Galway City students take second place in National Investment Competition

Thu, Apr 07, 2022

ATU Galway City students take second place in National Investment Competition

Franchise of the Year Award for Supermac’s

Thu, Mar 31, 2022

Supermac’s has won the Franchise of the Year Award for Casual Dining at the Irish Franchise Awards 2022.

The awards were announced at an event at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Dublin on Friday last. The Irish Franchise Association’s awards recognise excellence in franchising and reward the outstanding achievements of businesses and individuals in the franchise industry. Supermac’s contribution to communities throughout the country was a key factor in the group of family restaurants winning the award.

Galway businesswoman wins ‘Best Online Trader’ award at UK business awards

Thu, Mar 31, 2022

Galway entrepreneur and mum of three, Jade Gavin has won the Award for ‘Best Online Trader’ at the Micro Business UK Awards 2021 that took place in Scarborough this week.

How to keep your eyes on the prize in short-term role

Thu, Mar 31, 2022

Q: I’ve been offered six months in a company where I would really like to build a long-term career. It is a temporary project with a September deadline. Once that’s over, I’ll be gone. Any tips for how I can make a name for myself and possibly stay on after the six months now that I have my leg in the door? (AR, Email)

A: I often think of short-term positions as being similar to an opposing player getting ten minutes in the ‘sin bin’ in a football match. Its only ten minutes, a very short time in which you can force home your advantage. If you rush it, you could waste the ten minutes, and perhaps it might even be counterproductive.

Craughwell’ Ashley McDonnell appointed Chairperson of Digital Business Ireland

Thu, Mar 24, 2022

Ireland’s leading representative body for digital and online businesses, Digital Business Ireland has today announced the appointment of Craughwell native Ashley McDonnell of global luxury powerhouse, PUIG as Chairperson of the representative body.

Network Ireland launches Businesswoman Of The Year Awards

Thu, Mar 24, 2022

Network Ireland has officially launched its Businesswoman of the Year awards for 2022. The annual programme recognises the achievements of women who understand business, who are passionate about their career, and show a determination to succeed no matter what life throws at them.

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