Assistive technology roadshow brings AI-powered solutions to Galway on World Sight Day today

Thu, Oct 12, 2023

People who are blind or vision impaired, as well as anyone with reading or learning difficulties, will have an opportunity to learn about and try out a wide range of Assistive Technology (AT) solutions at an upcoming AT exhibition in Galway today on World Sight Day.

Whether you’re adapting to age-related reduced vision, you want to learn about the latest in AI-powered technology for people who are blind, or you’re a student with dyslexia and want to get the most out of your school or college experience, you’ll find options from magnifiers to smart glasses and reading pens.

100 new jobs approved at first meeting of Údarás na Gaeltachta board

Thu, Oct 12, 2023

During the first meeting of Údarás na Gaeltachta’s Head Office in Na Forbacha, 97 jobs were approved in the manufacturing, marine, food and drink and business development sectors. The positions were approved for projects in counties Donegal, Galway and Kerry.

Galway employers urged to “Take A Leap” for their employees to achieve better business outcomes

Thu, Oct 12, 2023

Changes to employment law, the benefits of workplace wellness, tax-efficient company pensions and looming auto-enrolment obligations were the focus of the recent “Take A Leap” event for business owners, HR professionals and finance managers at the Salthill Hotel in Galway.

Galway food and drink companies required for leading accelerator programme

Thu, Oct 05, 2023

Are you an early-stage food or drink company interested in scaling your business? Food and drink companies from Galway are being encouraged to apply for Food Works 2024, Ireland’s leading accelerator programme for high-potential food, drink, ingredients, food science and technology companies.

Five tips to make a job interview more ‘real’

Thu, Oct 05, 2023

Q: I often find interviews stilted or impersonal. I struggle to bring the real me into the room. It’s like listening to a recording of myself. Any tips on how to make interviews more real?

A: A good interview panel should relax you to the point that the ‘real’ you emerges – but we can’t presume the interview panel will be good, so you’ve got to make it happen yourself – which is, essentially, the thrust of your question. Here are five tips:

Over 600 apprentices now engaged in Manufacturing Engineering and Polymer Apprenticeships - Ibec

Thu, Oct 05, 2023

Ibec’s Irish Medtech Association and Polymer Technology Ireland, the Ibec groups which represents the medtech, and polymer sectors, celebrated over 600 apprentices now engaged with the Manufacturing Technician Level 6, Manufacturing Engineer Level 7 and Polymer Processing Technologist Level 7 apprenticeship programmes at special ‘Talent to Thrive’ event hosted by the Irish Medtech Association Board at The G Hotel, Galway last week.

Government urged to provide urgent stimulus package for West and North West

Thu, Oct 05, 2023

The Government is being urged to provide the West and North West with a stimulus package worth at least €570 million to kick-start development across the ailing area. The call has been made by the Northern and Western Regional Assembly (NWRA) in a submission to the Department of Finance ahead of Budget 2024 next month.

Valued support recognised as Pat and Una McDonagh win prestigious sponsorship award

Thu, Sep 28, 2023

Pat and Una McDonagh received the Outstanding Contribution to Sponsorship Award as the 2023 Irish Sponsorship Awards that were held in Dublin last Thursday.

Building a culture of learning at Chanelle Pharma

Thu, Sep 28, 2023

Placing Learning and Development (L&D) at the centre of a company’s culture is a reliable way of strengthening engagement, skills acquisition and other capabilities to drive better business performance. This strategy empowers upskilling and equips workers with what they need in today’s changing workplace and global economy.

Siren 13.4 introduces unprecedented scale and speed alongside new patent

Thu, Sep 28, 2023

Galway-based Siren, the all-in-one investigation platform company this week announced details of a new patent and the release of Siren 13.4.

Should I put career change on hold?

Thu, Sep 28, 2023

Q: I was planning a career change. Well, when I say ‘planning’, it was more ‘thinking about it’ than anything else. I had a general idea that I would not be in my current field by the end of 2023, and I was starting to look around at options, courses and so on. Now I feel like battening down the hatches and sitting tight. What would your advice be? (ER, email).

Building a culture of learning

Thu, Sep 28, 2023

Placing Learning and Development (L&D) at the centre of a company’s culture is a reliable way of strengthening engagement, skills acquisition and other capabilities to drive better business performance. This strategy empowers upskilling and equips workers with what they need in today’s changing workplace and global economy.

Portwest CEO to address British and Irish Trading Alliance event next week

Thu, Sep 21, 2023

The British and Irish Trading Alliance (BITA) will host Harry Hughes, CEO of Portwest as keynote speaker to their networking lunch being hosted in Westport Plaza Hotel on September 29 from 11:30am.

Budget 2024 must allow small business owners to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving business environment

Thu, Sep 21, 2023

The Small Firms Association (SFA) has called on Government to continue to back Ireland’s small businesses and entrepreneurs to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving business environment.

Make them want to bite your hand off

Thu, Sep 21, 2023

A big challenge when preparing for job interviews is to first of all identify your real skills and strengths and then to portray those properly on the day.

And the irony is that you may not fully recognise what you have to offer until you stop thinking about yourself and focus instead on what the employer is actually seeking in the successful candidate.

Transform your business with Lean techniques

Thu, Sep 21, 2023

Lean For Business is designed to encourage clients to adopt Lean business principles in their organisations to increase performance and competitiveness.

Chambers Ireland welcomes study showing gender balance is coming to boards

Thu, Sep 14, 2023

Chambers Ireland’s Chief Executive, Ian Talbot,has welcomed the stufy showing that more gender balance is coming to the baords of Irish companies.

Garda Síochána launch campaign to hire 400 clerical officers

Thu, Sep 14, 2023

An Garda Síochána has this week launched a public competition to hire up to 400 clerical officers across locations nationwide.

Galway companies urged to enter SFA National Small Business Awards

Thu, Sep 14, 2023

The Small Firms Association (SFA) National Small Business Awards 2024 were this week officially launched by awards patron, Taoiseach Leo Varadkar TD. This year marks the twentieth anniversary of this awards programme which celebrates the achievements of small businesses in Ireland and to recognise the vital contribution of the small business community to the Irish economy.

How to prepare for the questions you fear

Thu, Sep 14, 2023

So, you are preparing for interview, do you know the questions you really don’t want to be asked? Have a short – well, hopefully short – list of questions that would rattle you if they came up and you weren’t prepared, writes Mary O’Brien-Killeen, Career Coach, Sli Nua Careers.

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