Statement of interest should really fit the bill

Thu, Oct 26, 2023

Q: My daughter has been asked to write a statement of interest for a job but she has no clue what it should contain, and neither have I. The job is a community development role in a remote location in the UK. What might she even think about putting into this? Is this not just a glorified cover letter? (ED, email).

Eyrecourt man gets key role with Argo Tractors Ireland

Thu, Oct 26, 2023

Luke Gardiner has been appointed as Irish Parts Manager for Argo Tractors Ireland, for whom he will work with the Landini & McCormick brands. A native of Eyrecourt in south east Galway, and skilled in business relations, sales management, E-commerce, marketing and logistics, Luke moved to France aged 13 when his parents purchased a farm in the Limousin region in south central France.

Galway firm VERSONO Medical’s ground-breaking tech a success against vascular blockages

Thu, Oct 19, 2023

Galway-based VERSONO Medical is celebrating the success of a new pilot study which found its FastWire intravascular medical device to be hugely effective at enabling the treatment of the worst type of arterial blockages, reducing amputation in vulnerable patients threatened by sepsis caused by vascular disease.

How to overcome anxiety as you start a new job

Thu, Oct 19, 2023

Q: I’m about to start a new job and now feel unsure if it’s right for me. I’m feeling very anxious. What should I do? (AM, email).

Bluebird Care Galway marks a significant 15 year milestone with a local recruitment drive

Thu, Oct 19, 2023

For 15 years Ireland’s leading health and social care provider, Bluebird Care have been the cornerstone of compassionate homecare in Galway.

How volunteering can bring real career benefits

Thu, Oct 12, 2023

Q: I’m new to Ireland and I want to get working and advance my career. I’m applying for various positions but haven’t made much progress yet. Some people have told me that I should do voluntary work locally, but I’m not sure how much value that will bring at this stage. I really want to get paid work and don’t want to waste time – volunteering for a local sports club or charity doesn’t bring in badly needed money or get my foot on the career ladder. How do you think I should approach this?

Assistive technology roadshow brings AI-powered solutions to Galway on World Sight Day today

Thu, Oct 12, 2023

People who are blind or vision impaired, as well as anyone with reading or learning difficulties, will have an opportunity to learn about and try out a wide range of Assistive Technology (AT) solutions at an upcoming AT exhibition in Galway today on World Sight Day.

Whether you’re adapting to age-related reduced vision, you want to learn about the latest in AI-powered technology for people who are blind, or you’re a student with dyslexia and want to get the most out of your school or college experience, you’ll find options from magnifiers to smart glasses and reading pens.

100 new jobs approved at first meeting of Údarás na Gaeltachta board

Thu, Oct 12, 2023

During the first meeting of Údarás na Gaeltachta’s Head Office in Na Forbacha, 97 jobs were approved in the manufacturing, marine, food and drink and business development sectors. The positions were approved for projects in counties Donegal, Galway and Kerry.

Galway employers urged to “Take A Leap” for their employees to achieve better business outcomes

Thu, Oct 12, 2023

Changes to employment law, the benefits of workplace wellness, tax-efficient company pensions and looming auto-enrolment obligations were the focus of the recent “Take A Leap” event for business owners, HR professionals and finance managers at the Salthill Hotel in Galway.

Galway food and drink companies required for leading accelerator programme

Thu, Oct 05, 2023

Are you an early-stage food or drink company interested in scaling your business? Food and drink companies from Galway are being encouraged to apply for Food Works 2024, Ireland’s leading accelerator programme for high-potential food, drink, ingredients, food science and technology companies.

Five tips to make a job interview more ‘real’

Thu, Oct 05, 2023

Q: I often find interviews stilted or impersonal. I struggle to bring the real me into the room. It’s like listening to a recording of myself. Any tips on how to make interviews more real?

A: A good interview panel should relax you to the point that the ‘real’ you emerges – but we can’t presume the interview panel will be good, so you’ve got to make it happen yourself – which is, essentially, the thrust of your question. Here are five tips:

Over 600 apprentices now engaged in Manufacturing Engineering and Polymer Apprenticeships - Ibec

Thu, Oct 05, 2023

Ibec’s Irish Medtech Association and Polymer Technology Ireland, the Ibec groups which represents the medtech, and polymer sectors, celebrated over 600 apprentices now engaged with the Manufacturing Technician Level 6, Manufacturing Engineer Level 7 and Polymer Processing Technologist Level 7 apprenticeship programmes at special ‘Talent to Thrive’ event hosted by the Irish Medtech Association Board at The G Hotel, Galway last week.

Government urged to provide urgent stimulus package for West and North West

Thu, Oct 05, 2023

The Government is being urged to provide the West and North West with a stimulus package worth at least €570 million to kick-start development across the ailing area. The call has been made by the Northern and Western Regional Assembly (NWRA) in a submission to the Department of Finance ahead of Budget 2024 next month.

Valued support recognised as Pat and Una McDonagh win prestigious sponsorship award

Thu, Sep 28, 2023

Pat and Una McDonagh received the Outstanding Contribution to Sponsorship Award as the 2023 Irish Sponsorship Awards that were held in Dublin last Thursday.

Building a culture of learning at Chanelle Pharma

Thu, Sep 28, 2023

Placing Learning and Development (L&D) at the centre of a company’s culture is a reliable way of strengthening engagement, skills acquisition and other capabilities to drive better business performance. This strategy empowers upskilling and equips workers with what they need in today’s changing workplace and global economy.

Siren 13.4 introduces unprecedented scale and speed alongside new patent

Thu, Sep 28, 2023

Galway-based Siren, the all-in-one investigation platform company this week announced details of a new patent and the release of Siren 13.4.

Should I put career change on hold?

Thu, Sep 28, 2023

Q: I was planning a career change. Well, when I say ‘planning’, it was more ‘thinking about it’ than anything else. I had a general idea that I would not be in my current field by the end of 2023, and I was starting to look around at options, courses and so on. Now I feel like battening down the hatches and sitting tight. What would your advice be? (ER, email).

Building a culture of learning

Thu, Sep 28, 2023

Placing Learning and Development (L&D) at the centre of a company’s culture is a reliable way of strengthening engagement, skills acquisition and other capabilities to drive better business performance. This strategy empowers upskilling and equips workers with what they need in today’s changing workplace and global economy.

Portwest CEO to address British and Irish Trading Alliance event next week

Thu, Sep 21, 2023

The British and Irish Trading Alliance (BITA) will host Harry Hughes, CEO of Portwest as keynote speaker to their networking lunch being hosted in Westport Plaza Hotel on September 29 from 11:30am.

Budget 2024 must allow small business owners to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving business environment

Thu, Sep 21, 2023

The Small Firms Association (SFA) has called on Government to continue to back Ireland’s small businesses and entrepreneurs to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving business environment.

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