Get connected the right way with Avita Communications

Thu, Feb 16, 2012

In a world where staying connected has become the ‘be all and end all’ it is little wonder that businesses get tangled up in their own web of inefficient phone lines and other overly complicated communication systems resulting in money unneccessarily going down the drain. However, Avita Communications can help reduce these costs, installing the very latest technology and efficient solutions, providing more security, leaving you to get on with growing your business.

New general manager at the Carlton Hotel

Thu, Feb 16, 2012

Shay Livingstone (pictured), has been appointed general manager of the Carlton Hotel Galway City. The Carlton Hotel Galway city is a 268 bedroomed hotel with extensive meeting and fitness facilities and a popular family destination.

Mr Livingstone has worked in management roles within a range of four and five star luxury hotels on the continent, and was involved in the launch of a chain of luxury properties around the Mediterranean having gained a comprehensive and professional understanding of the European hotel market.

Unlock the secret to success

Thu, Feb 16, 2012

Have you ever wondered why some people achieve so much in life with what can seem like little effort while others seem to struggle and never quite get what they want? Evelyn Cormican of Blueprint Coaching and Training will be answering this question in her upcoming workshop ‘Think and Grow Rich’.

Resolving to be decisive brings immediate CV pay-offs

Thu, Feb 16, 2012

Q: I have worked in about 12 jobs over the years. My CV is currently six pages long – and, even at that, I feel I have left out some good stuff. I have read your advice about keeping your CV down to two pages, if possible. How might I achieve that? I can’t seem to find anything to leave out. (PP, email)

P35 deadline time creeping up

Thu, Feb 09, 2012

The P35 deadline is creeping up on us fast, the date for returning your annual P35 return on time for the year ended December 31 2011 is February 15 2012.

Investors sought for software business in battle against CND disorders

Thu, Feb 09, 2012

Griffin Tuition located in NUIG is offering an opportunity to a financial or Angel investor to invest in its cognitive intervention treatments for central nervous system disorders such as Alzheimer’s, depression, schizophrenia, stroke, traumatic brain injury, post related stress disorder, senior memory maintenance, MCI, bipolar disorder etc. This revolutionary software is a first to Galway, Ireland and the UK.

Sinéad Cassidy appointed as sales and PR manager to the g Hotel

Thu, Feb 09, 2012

The five star g Hotel has recently appointed Sinéad Cassidy as Sales and PR Manager to one of Ireland’s most luxurious properties, located in the heart of Galway city.

Knowing yourself is a good starting-point

Thu, Feb 09, 2012

If you are at a career crossroads, either by choice or design, you may be struggling to plot your next move. Because of the difficult economic circumstances, many people feel they should grab whatever job comes their way, rather than continuing to plan their career in such a way as to suit themselves in terms of their skills, attributes and behavioural characteristics.

An excellent way of exploring what might be your next move is to carry out a psychometric test. There are many excellent psychometric tests on the market and when coupled with feedback from the organisation running the test, they can help you make a very worthwhile decision about your future.

Capones to make the hit list for top food, killer deals, and service

Thu, Feb 09, 2012

Gangster, bootlegger, and enemy number one, Al Capone once terrorised Chicago, but in Knocknacarra where his mugshots have moved from the police files to gracing the walls of the ever popular restaurant, Capones, his name has become synonymous with great food and service.

Lynx Transport first in Connacht to be awarded Good Distribution Practise Passport

Thu, Feb 02, 2012

Galway company, Lynx Transport, has been awarded a Good Distribution Practise (GDP) Passport by the Irish Exporters Association Life Sciences Ireland. The accreditation, which ensures supply chain integrity and product safety from raw materials through to the end consumer, is gaining increased importance in Ireland and across the globe.

Established in 1985, the leading Irish owned company began its service offering with a daily Galway/Dublin delivery and collection service and is today one of the country’s most dynamic supply chain solution providers and strives to embrace best practice in the logistics and distribution industry.

New online marketing group offers businesses the chance to use free tools

Thu, Feb 02, 2012

A new online network entitled Online Marketing in Galway has been set up as a place for marketers to share best practices, knowledge and ultimately enable small businesses to make the most out of free online tools.

Your Career, Your Choices

Thu, Feb 02, 2012

Questions to put teacher on the spot

Training workshop for company directors

Thu, Jan 26, 2012

As 2012 begins and the spotlight remains firmly on company directors, it is essential that those leading business in Ireland fully understand the responsibilities of their role. Now more than ever, company directors must act with integrity and adhere to the highest professional standards.

The first Institute of Directors training workshop in Galway takes place on Tuesday, 21th February, 2012, in Galway Chamber of Commerce, Merchants Road. This one-day workshop, which is open to both members and non-members of the IoD, will focus on corporate governance requirements and on the duties and responsibilities of directors in Ireland. For further information visit www.iodireland.ie.

Galway-based company Pure Athlete to create 20 jobs

Thu, Jan 26, 2012

Galway-based company Pure Athlete, which specialise in body care recovery and performance products is planning to create up to 20 new jobs within their sales and distribution divisions.

Údarás to create 700 new jobs this coming year

Thu, Jan 26, 2012

A total of 178 new jobs were created in the Galway Gaeltacht in 2011, according to the annual report of Údarás na Gaeltachta. There were 2,745 full-time equivalent jobs in Údarás supported companies in the Galway Gaeltacht at year end. New jobs were created during the year in companies operating in the audio-visual and digital media, medical devices, services and manufacturing sectors.

Forward view will reduce past pain

Thu, Jan 26, 2012

Q: My last job finished prematurely. I left before I was pushed. My face no longer fitted. Once upon a time, I was invited to take part in decision making, included in all management chit-chat trips to the canteen to discuss things, and sounded out about possible business developments, innovations and initiatives. Slowly but surely, I found myself excluded from the cosy club. So rather than wait for further isolation, and the likely shove, I left. I’ve been unemployed the last three months but I have a job interview coming up next week and the role suits my skills.. How should I depict my previous employment which lasted just eleven months? (SK, email)

Leading businesswomen to launch Network Galway's Open Evening

Thu, Jan 19, 2012

Two of Galway’s leading business women are to headline the Network Galway open evening, which takes place on Wednesday January 25 at 6.30pm in the G-Hotel, Wellpark, Galway.

Gray Office Park — everything a business could need

Thu, Jan 19, 2012

Gray Office Park (GOP) was set up January 2010, to create a prestigious serviced office complex in Galway city centre and later expanded to Parkmore Complex.

It is a serviced office company providing businesses with a wide array of facilities which allow business of any size to develop and proper without the set up costs normally assocatied with startup businesses. GOP offers :

Galway cannot be complacent about tourism, warn chiefs

Thu, Jan 19, 2012

Despite recent upbeat reports regarding an increase in overseas visitors to Ireland in 2011, Fáilte Ireland warned against any complacency in the tourism sector this year, during its annual tourism industry briefing for the Galway region held in the city last week

The national tourism development authority stressed that the hard lessons and good work of the last few years will need to continue and will be central to maintaining a momentum towards a full recovery in tourism. To assist that momentum, Fáilte Ireland will be working hand in glove with local tourism businesses in County Galway.

Seminar on goal setting that will yield results

Thu, Jan 19, 2012

Are you finding it difficult to keep to your New Year resolutions? Would you like to learn a new way of goal setting that can deliver? And not just for the New Year?

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