Full Stack, Full Stack, Full Stack!!! Over recent months I have worked on a number of Full Stack Developer roles, from start-ups to larger companies. During the week I had a coffee with a Ruby on Rails developer who was loing for a new position. We were working through his CV, talking about his career…
An interview is your opportunity to demonstrate your value and to prove you are the perfect candidate for the position. On paper, you may have the experience, education and skills suitable for the job but ultimately it will come down to the candidate who performs the best at the interview. Researching the position, company and…
In an increasingly busier work environment there is pressure than ever for employees to go above and beyond for their employer. Do you find yourself stressed out? Working longer hours? Bringing work home? Ultimately having less time for yourself. Getting that work-life balanced right can be difficult. 1) Work Smarter Not Harder Do you…
When deciding to lo for a new role, a large part of displaying true commitment to this process is displaying flexibility in your job hunt. Not only do you need to be flexible about the roles you are going for themselves, weighing up different roles against technical opportunities, promotional opportunities and the overall package. But…
On Wednesday 10th of June the 2015 summer transfer window officially opened, this now means that clubs will be in stiff competition to secure the services of players that have been released or under current contract with clubs worldwide. The clubs have not stopped working due to the fact the majority of the playing staff…
Psychometric tests are increasing in popularity in an Irish context. The main advantage to employers in commissioning psychometric tests are as follows: 1. Understanding of Skills and Competencies Psychometric tests provide employers with a deeper understanding of a candidates personality skills that can usually be ascertained from a 45 minute/1 hour interview. The employer can…
Presentation of second quarterly fundraising cheque MD of Abrivia Donal O’ Brien (right) with the Abrivia team making a presentation of second quarterly fundraising cheque to Drew Flood, Business Development Manager of Aware (left) As part of Abrivia’s partnership with Aware to promote positive mental attitude in the workplace, MD of Abrivia, Donal O’Brien made…
The Irish are renowned the world over for their prowess in the art of storytelling, producing world conquering authors and poets in the form of Heaney, Joyce and Beckett. Storytelling is part of the Irish psyche which was mastered by Seanchai in 400 BC. Seanchai were servants of local chieftains, whose job it was to…
The IDA (Industrial Development Association) has launched a very impressive video aimed at overseas investors titled “Why to Invest in Ireland”. As you can see from the below video, the reasons are compelling in that Ireland has the track record, talent, tax and technology which are essential investment considerations for companies considering an overseas base.…
Axonista Ltd has won the Grand Prix App of the Year Award at the 2015 Appys in association with Abrivia Recruitment. The QVC app was also awarded the gold award in TV App of the Year category, at the awards ceremony which to place on Thursday, 19 November in, Lillie’s Borlo in Dublin. Established in…
