Focus economics predicts that the Irish economy is set to grow at a strong pace in 2018, with GDP expected to grow by 5.4% in 2018 and by a further 3.3% in 2014.In essence the irish economic outlo remains stable. A very encouraging finding is that new business from overseas expanded at the fastest…
With the weather forecast predicting highs of over 30 degrees Celsius tomorrow, Ireland could be about to experience the second hottest day ever since a reading at 33.3 degrees was recorded in Kilkenny in 1887. If you must travel to an interview in this heatwave you may be loing at your lucky interview outfit…
Many people have superstitions regarding interviews. Most of these superstitions are specific to the individual, such as wearing lucky interview socks or wearing something red in your interview as this will somehow bring good luck. The list is endless. Below are some interesting interview superstitions from around the globe. 1.Spill water behind the person In…
Today’s media is full of body language experts discussing the alpha male handshake between Kim Jong Un and US president Donald Trump. Both leaders had extremely firm grips in a handshake that lasted 13 seconds with eye contact being maintained throughout. Both leaders appear to be vying to get a dominant grip but in the…
It is a well-known fact that exercise not only boosts your mood but also enhances your performance at work. You don’t need to run 100 miles a day or cycle up a mountain before work to boost your mood and feel energised during the day. Something as simple as a 20-30-minute morning walk will not…
In an interview situation, it is difficult to ascertain what are the key questions which concern employers. In my opinion the five key questions which concern most employers are as follows: 1) What is your motivation for being here? 2) What can you do for me personally and for my organisation? 3) Will your personality…
