Tesco introduces free GP service and wellbeing support for Galway colleagues and their families

Thu, Aug 17, 2023

Tesco Ireland has today announced the introduction of a free virtual GP service for its colleagues in Galway along with enhancements to some of its existing benefits.

Sligo native named new CEO of Western Development Commission

Thu, Aug 17, 2023

The board of the Western Development Commission (WDC), the state agency responsible for the economic and social development of the West of Ireland has appointed a new chief executive with Allan Mulrooney stepping into the role from next month.

Watch the gap – and go for it

Thu, Aug 17, 2023

Q: I felt the questions didn’t suit me, as Larry Gogan was fond of saying on the Just-a-Minute quiz many moons ago. They didn’t really ask me what I’d bring to the role – they were totally fixated on what I thought about the position. How could I have handled the interview differently? (TH, email).

A: Interviews are funny – they can come and go so quickly, leaving you to lament that ‘it was over almost before I knew it’.

Sky’s the limit for Irish Businesses in Shannon Duty Free’s new beauty, living and wellness area

Thu, Aug 17, 2023

The sky’s the limit for Irish brands in Shannon Airport Duty Free’s new Beauty, Living and Wellness area.

Uisce Éireann to help Galway businesses make savings through more sustainable use of water

Thu, Aug 10, 2023

Nine out of 10 Irish Small Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Galway plan to maintain or increase investment in sustainability practices and solutions in the next 12 months to meet what many see as a growing consumer appetite for more sustainable products and services, according to the bi-annual Uisce Éireann SME Sustainability Sentiment Survey.

€4m broadband investment in Inverin paying off for local community

Thu, Aug 10, 2023

National Broadband Ireland (NBI), the company rolling out the new high-speed fibre broadband network under the Government’s National Broadband Plan (NBP) is making an investment of almost €4 million to ensure access for over 1,000 Galway homes, farms and businesses in and around Inverin.

The company was in the village last week to meet with local teacher Nora Mhic Dhonnacha who is connected to the NBI network which has made online learning much easier.

So, what else can I do?

Thu, Aug 10, 2023

Q: I’ve been working as a systems analyst for many years. I’m good at what I do and am paid well, but something’s missing. I’m just not happy. What else can I do? (JM, email).

A; JM, your query regularly crops up with clients. For systems analyst, substitute graphic designer, school teacher or auctioneer. Essentially, there are three options open to you.

Double win for Red Carnation hotel collection at prestigious Catey awards

Thu, Aug 03, 2023

The Red Carnation Hotel Collection, which encompasses Ashford Castle and sister hotel, The Lodge at Ashford in Mayo, has scooped two awards at the Cateys in the UK, a prestigious award ceremony for the hospitality industry.

Coping with remote work overload

Thu, Aug 03, 2023

Q: I’m a member of a remote working team collaborating on a major project – and I’m struggling. It feels like everything has to be scheduled and I never know if people are even concentrating in Zoom meetings. I feel overloaded and I miss being around people. Any tips? (DF, email).

Minimum wage increase will make many businesses unviable, says ISME

Thu, Aug 03, 2023

ISME has this week written to the Taoiseach to highlight issues around the impact of the proposed 12.4% increase on the National Minimum Wage in 2024, noting that the measure will create a financially unsustainable situation for many small and medium businesses across Ireland. The letter from the Chair of ISME, Marc O’Dwyer, follows representation from many of ISME’s Association members and affiliated trade bodies.

Take part in this incredible celebration of family-run businesses

Thu, Aug 03, 2023

If you are a family-run business, then this is your moment to shine and get the recognition your business truly deserves.

Stunning six bedroom house with two bedroom annexe in Renville

Thu, Aug 03, 2023

Fairways Lodge is an outstanding family home set on a sheltered and private half acre site on the Maree Road, adjacent to Renville Park, the Galway Bay Golf Resort and Renville Sailing Club and just 2.7km from Oranmore village.

Earn and learn while working in financial services

Thu, Jul 27, 2023

Have you a desire to Earn and Learn at the same time? Maybe, you don’t want to go to college full time, but you know you need a college degree to advance your career.

Q Financial Advisors, a Claregalway company are promoting the opportunity to acquire a BA Honours (Level 8) in Insurance Practice while attending online lectures only each Thursday, while you earn a full time salary as a Financial Services Intern.

Chanelle Pharma appoints Brian O’Broin to Chief Quality & Technology Officer role

Thu, Jul 13, 2023

Ireland’s largest indigenous pharmaceutical manufacturer of both medical and veterinary products has appointed Brian O’Broin to the newly created role of Chief Quality and Technology Officer (CQTO).

Passenger numbers soar to a new high as Ireland West Airport enjoys record-breaking six-month period

Thu, Jul 13, 2023

A record 367.000 passengers passed through Ireland West Airport during the period January to June 2023, making it the busiest six-month period in the airports 38-year history. The passenger numbers represented a 24% increase on the same period in 2022 and 1% higher than the previous busiest six-month period in 2019.

How to ‘curate’ your career to interest potential employers

Thu, Jul 13, 2023

Q: I’m writing my CV for the first time in 24 years – and I don’t know where to start. I’ve done so much across a range of sectors – to be honest, I think I’ve forgotten half of it. I’ve managed two large retail outlets; sold advertising for a magazine and website; managed a team of merchandisers; and even ran a community enterprise. How can I blend all this together so that it makes some sense without running to 20 pages? I’m at my wit’s end trying to figure it out. (LF, email).

A: When writing our CV or, indeed, preparing for a job interview, we must think of ourselves as the curators of our own careers. I’ll turn to the Tate Modern for elaboration: “Museums and galleries typically employ numbers of curators whose role it is to acquire, care for and develop a collection. They will also arrange displays of collection and loaned works and interpret the collection in order to inform, educate and inspire the public.”Care for, develop, arrange, interpret, inform, inspire…you should deploy the same approach when creating your CV.

Connemara-based company wins funding for novel solution to facilitate faster, cleaner, cheaper shipping

Thu, Jul 13, 2023

ÉireComposites announced its partnership with University of Galway for the newly-funded FASTSHIP project. The project aims to make the shipping industry greener, by using lightweight composite materials to reduce fuel consumption, CO2 emissions and costs. As global trade booms, shipping continues to be the method of choice for goods transportation.

Moycullen-based golf tourism operators driving business for the region in Florida

Thu, Jul 13, 2023

Tourism Ireland’s drive to grow golf visitor numbers to the west or Ireland from North America continued at the IAGTO North America Golf Tourism Convention in Florida.

Mulkerrins brothers on the cusp of history as they bid to bridge a 97-year gap

Thu, Jul 13, 2023

Moycullen handball club is on the crest of a wave. It is a little over a month since Martin Mulkerrins triumphantly returned home from Minneapolis as the World champion in the 40x20 court, the first Galway man and only the third Irish man to crowned World Number One.

United held in Cobh but still well clear as they head to Athlone

Thu, Jul 13, 2023

Galway United’s promotion charge hit a stumbling block when they were held at St. Colman’s Park despite the hosts being reduced to 10 men for the bulk of the second half.

The damage was limited by Waterford’s draw at home to Longford Town. The upshot is that the gap remains at 13 points with 14 games to go.

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