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Exam stress - everyone is doing it!
Stress affects people in different ways. The thought of an exam might help to motivate you and enhance your performance or it might leave you feeling like a quivering wreck. The good news is that there are loads of things you can do to ensure you are in tip top shape for your exams.
- Get a plan - hunt out your exam timetable and schedule your time as much as possible. Think about when you study best in the day and prioritise study in those times, especially stuff that you find difficult to get your head around. Don't forget to ..... Continue reading " " >>
By , 03 August 2011 11:14
Don't Let Social Media do you out of a job!
80% of companies use social media for recruitment. So your digital footprint could be the first impression you give an employer without you even knowing it. So managing your online reputation is vital if you want to bag that job.
Now as you read this you might be suddenly going pale at the thoughts of that picture on Facebook showing you slightly worse for wear after that fancy dress party! Don't worry I am not suggesting that you start deleting all traces of your social life but here are some tips to help you get the balance..... Continue reading " " >>
By , 03 August 2011 11:12
Online applications - showing your STAR quality!
So you have found this great internship or job with a company you would love to work for and the first hurdle facing you is an online application. This might create visions of hours in front of the computer tearing your hair out or you might be thinking - piece of cake remembering all those answers you already have saved on your hard drive that you could cut and paste in to save yourself loads of time!
Well, the good news is that online applications can save you time and are actually fairer as you won't be penalised for ..... Continue reading " " >>
By , 03 August 2011 11:10
How to write a killer CV
OK it's not the most exciting subject in the world and you may already have one tucked away in a drawer somewhere but creating a really great, focused, well presented CV is still worth your while. Not only will it help you stand out from the crowd but a recent 2011 survey showed that about 30% of graduate recruiters in Ireland are still accepting them as part of their recruitment process.
- Sell, sell, sell… keep in mind that your CV is not just a place to put down what you have done in your life but it is a marketing tool des..... Continue reading " " >>
By , 03 August 2011 11:09
Top Tips for Interview Success
Congratulations you have impressed an employer with your application and you are on to the next stage - the dreaded interview. Most people tremble at the thought of one but there are lots of things you can do to harness those nerves, maximise your chances of creating a great impression and landing the job.
Consider it as a 3 stage process: preparation, presentation and evaluation.
Preparation
- Do your homework on the employer - find out as much as you can about their business, the sector, past succe..... Continue reading " " >>
By , 03 August 2011 11:07
Internships - your first step to that graduate job
When I was a student I thought internships were unpaid jobs American students did in places like the White House or doctors did in hospitals. But times have changed and they have become increasingly more common in Ireland, especially among large companies and multi-nationals.
So what actually is an internship?
Well it's a work placement that normally lasts about 8-12 weeks and is designed to give penultimate year students an insight into graduate work within the company. It's normally paid (although this will..... Continue reading " " >>
By , 03 August 2011 11:06
Bagging that part-time job!
Getting a part-time job can be a valuable way to spend your time off and add substance to your CV. It has to be said that it's tough out there with increased competition from older workers even for part-time and seasonal work, so it's important to consider your options carefully and take a creative and flexible approach to your job hunting.
First of all…get your CV sorted. Yes this can be a bit of a drag but being able to market yourself on paper will be vital to making that first impression and showing employers what you can offer the..... Continue reading " " >>
Seeing Ireland On The Cheap
By Value Vera, 16 June 2011 14:31
If you are staying at home this summer don't worry you can still check out Ireland on the cheap by getting good deals on transport, camping and hostels. This week I'll be bringing you my top tips on travelling as well as the usual Cheap Nosh and Website of the Week.
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By Thomas Newlove, 01 June 2011 14:33
Exams are over and the mandatory week of sleep is done so now it's time to start planning the summer's cinema trips. While this summer is home to the avoidable big budget blockbusters and the wannabe 'Hangovers' it is also set to have some highly anticipated comic book adaptations and a couple of real gems, including the directional debut of Philip Seymour Hoffman and a film called 'Hobo with a Shotgun'. What more could you possibly want?
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