Recent research conducted by iReach Insights on behalf of Google has found that SMEs need to implement cybersecurity measures. Despite the fact that Irish SMEs are increasingly aware of the importance of a secure online presence, a significant number of businesses are failing to implement fundamental cybersecurity measures. Recent statistics reveal concerning trends in password […]
Continuing Professional Development or CPD is the process of continual learning. Professionals undertake CPD to keep up to date with changes in their field, as well as learn new skills, and develop their knowledge or experience. Certain industries and professional bodies require or encourage their members to undertake a certain number of CPD hours every year […]
Jobs Expo is returning to Cork’s City Hall on Saturday, 14th May from 10am-4pm and will feature hundreds of active job opportunities. Jobs Expo is the only careers exhibition of its type to feature FREE ADMISSION. Get your ticket here. Whatever stage you are at in your life, whether it’s securing your first job, weighing […]
The onset of the pandemic has propelled managers, leaders and business owners into the slightly surreal world of sustained remote performance management. With the rapid onset of societal lockdowns, organisations were forced to make this transition quickly, and for the most part, without dedicated preparation or training. Let’s take a look at some of the […]
What is the Circular Economy? The circular economy is an economic model that aims to eliminate waste by circulating materials and products at their highest value for as long as possible. Here we take a look at some of its key principles. What is the Circular Economy? Design out Waste – Circular systems are regenerative […]
While the importance of culture within workplaces is more prevalent than ever, even some firms with the most polished messaging and image can be prone to elements of a toxic work environment, and the damage it can create. There is a common belief that susceptibility to a toxic work culture is most common during the […]
Best Microphones for Webinars: We’re spending a lot more of our working time communicating with others online – whether it be zoom meetings for work or industry webinars, so much more of our activities are being conducted in a virtual environment. In most cases people are using their desktop computers, laptops or tablets to deliver […]
If you´re thinking about becoming an accountant well, take comfort. You couldn´t be joining the profession at a better time! Accountancy as a profession has experienced unprecedented growth in recent times in Ireland and in Europe. In Ireland and Britain, it amoung the largest single employer of university graduates from any discipline. Some of the […]
Challenges of Remote Working: Among the many significant changes forced upon people by the pandemic has been the shift to remote working. Once considered “a privilege,” remote working is now considered “the new normal.” The home becoming the office would seem to be here to stay. Maybe not in a full-time capacity or for everyone […]
Stress is dangerous, for your wellbeing, physical and mental and for the wellbeing of those around you. In terms of the workplace environment, stress and stressful environments are frequently cited as one of the largest issues of modern working life. Stress creates tension in the workplace, and severely inhibits productivity, work-life balance and the ability […]