SQL (Structured Query Language) is a standard programming language used to manage and manipulate databases. What is SQL? SQL is a domain-specific language used for retrieving and manipulating data in relational database management systems (RDBMS) like Oracle, MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server, and others. It is the mainstream language for database access used in most applications […]
So how do you know if you are biased? Answer is, you’re human. Bias exists within all people, at some level at some point, for varying durations, within their lives. The more overt forms of bias, which often takes the form of naked discrimation, are rightly confronted within society and, on a general level, there […]
Irish Employees Ready to Switch Jobs and Seek Pay Rises: A recent survey from PwC investigates the views of over 52,000 employees around the world including Ireland. The Hopes and Fears survey reveals a number of interesting points, in particular the fact that many Irish employees are confident of their abilities to improve their […]
Negotiation is something which everyone does at some point in their professional lives, either regularly or on occasion. Most people would realise that they could do it better. Negotiating, and reaching an agreement, permeates every aspect of almost every and is a highly valued skill critical to success. A negotiating skills programme focuses on 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 […]
Receptionists are the first point of contact in many businesses; they represent the first impression visitors and customers (both internal and external) will get of your company. Reception skills training is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge needed for those working on reception to provide a great first impression for your business. […]
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 […]
Donald H Taylor takes a hard look at informal learning and asks if it is an opportunity or threat for learning and development professionals. For a while there everyone was talking about informal learning – at conferences, in books and on the internet. But what does informal learning mean? In particular, what does it mean […]
Public speaking can fill even the most seasoned professional with a sense of dread. Even if you don’t need to make regular presentations, there are plenty of situations where good public speaking skills can help you advance your career and create opportunities. Good public speaking skills are important in other areas of your life, as […]
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 […]