Your Career, Your Choices

Thu, Dec 22, 2011

Q: I have a Masters in English and History. However there are very few jobs available at my level, so I have found myself applying for jobs that might be, if you will excuse the language, beneath me. However, I’ve always worked throughout college semesters and I really want to get a foot on the ladder, even if the job is not tailored to my qualifications. I want to get a job so that I can make a positive contribution, rather than having to emigrate, an option currently on my mind. However, I find many employers seem to think I’m over-qualified and I don’t even get called to the interview stages for jobs that I am well capable of doing. Should I dumb down my CV to help me over this hurdle? (TN, email)

Mayo print company named print partner for organisation of Volvo finale

Thu, Dec 22, 2011

Cashin Print has recently been appointed official print partner to Let’s Do It Global, the event management company responsible for the 2011-2012 Volvo Ocean Race finale in Galway.

‘No-shows’ in Irish restaurants to deposits being taken on bookings

Thu, Dec 22, 2011

Irish restaurants are reporting a dramatic increase in diners making bookings and not showing up this Christmas.

Born Clothing - where style, great prices, and service combine to create a true shopping experience

Thu, Dec 15, 2011

Since opening its doors more than two years ago Born Clothing in Newtownsmith has grown from strength to strength, quickly gaining a reputation as a true shopping destination, offering its customers not only the latest fashions at affordable prices but also tasty culinary delights and beautiful views at its trendy cafe.

Irish language working for local businesses

Thu, Dec 15, 2011

Local business in Galway are continuing with their use of the Irish language and making it work for their business. Colette Kelly Optometrist on Middle Street has redesigned their premises on Middle Street and the Irish language has remained an integral part of their new brand.

NUI embarks on e-learning initiative with Pres pupils in city

Thu, Dec 15, 2011

NUI Galway has embarked on a new initiative with Transition Year students from the Presentation Secondary School in Galway City. The students have devised a new e-Commerce module which is facilitated by their business teacher Eleanor Fogarty.

Galway’s Green contractor Stewart wins another award

Thu, Dec 08, 2011

Following on from Stewart’s success in the Chartered Institute of Building – “Green Building” Construction Manager of the Year 2011 Award earlier this year, fourth generation construction company Stewart, accepted the award for Sustainable Construction at the CMG Building and Design Awards 2011 presented by well known broadcaster Ivan Yates at a glittering gala evening in the Four Seasons, Ballsbridge this week.

WDC welcomes proposed transatlantic high-end fibre connection

Thu, Dec 08, 2011

The Western Development Commission (WDC) has welcomed the announcement by Emerald Networks and Pipiper Infrastructure of their intention to effectively upgrade commercial broadband capability in the west of Ireland to world class status.

The US$300m project will involve a transatlantic sub sea data cable between New York and Ireland that will come ashore at Belmullet in county Mayo.

Your Career, Your Choices

Thu, Dec 08, 2011

How far back do I go in my CV...and should that CV be colourful and creative?

Chamber of Commerce calls on public to ‘Sp€nd Christmas in Galway’

Thu, Dec 08, 2011

The Galway Chamber of Commerce is calling on the public to do their Christmas shopping in Galway this year and thereby generate money for the local economy and protect local jobs.

Permanent tsb host to savings and investments event tonight

Thu, Dec 01, 2011

A Savings and Investment information evening is being hosted by Ronan Fairbrother, Branch Manager, permanent tsb Galway Shopping Centre and Dave Hickey, Branch Manager, permanent tsb Eyre Square, on Thursday December 1.

The event, which is free to attend, takes place in the Radisson Hotel, Galway and is a chance for people to have their questions answered in relation to savings and investment in the current climate.

A look at gifts and inheritance tax

Thu, Dec 01, 2011

The issue of inheritance and gift tax (CAT) is becoming more important to many people because of the reduction in the amount an individual can receive tax free. When an individual decides to transfer his/her assets to another person, either by gift or on their death, assets over a certain value will attract CAT. The current rate of tax is 25 per cent, there is speculation that it will increase in the upcoming budget. It is important that individuals plan the transfer of assets in a tax efficient manner, as many people may be forced to sell assets they have been gifted or left on an individual's death in an attempt to pay the CAT liability.

Galway Software company Enerit helps Pfizer achieve energy standard

Thu, Dec 01, 2011

Pfizer’s Loughbeg site in Ireland has become the first Pfizer pharmaceutical plant worldwide to achieve the ISO 50001 standard — and it was achieved with the help of software from a Galway company.

The pharmaceutical company has long been recognised as one of the industry leaders in energy management. Pfizer’s global “Energy and Climate Change Program” (ECC) is an all-inclusive, cross-divisional initiative seeking to optimise the consumption of energy and other resources that result from Pfizer's facility and fleet operations. The key goal of the Program is to reduce energy and resource intensity, decrease CO2 emissions and minimise Pfizer's energy resource spend for business operations related to facilities.

Head to Citylites and Peter Curran Electric Ltd for all your lighting and electrical needs

Thu, Dec 01, 2011

‘In the right light, at the right time, everything is extraordinary’ or so the saying goes, and at Citylites, part of Peter Curran Electric Ltd, it certainly seems true while standing in its magnificent showroom which boasts a sheer treasure trove of top quality lighting, of all shapes and sizes, suiting all needs and budgets, and where every customer is treated like a VIP.

A new chapter for T O’hUiginn, where all are welcome

Thu, Dec 01, 2011

After more than 70 years as a builders’ providers T O’hUiginn in Shantalla has built up a wealth of experience, becoming a leading supplier of building materials and products, but this year it took a new direction, renovating the store with the aim of becoming much more retail-friendly, a place where now everyone, not just industry professionals, can come and benefit from expert advice and top quality products in everything from timber and cement to paints, stoves, bathrooms, and other household products.

Aerogen shortlisted for Med Tech award

Thu, Nov 24, 2011

Galway-based medical technology company Aerogen Ltd has been revealed as contender for the 2011 Medical Technology Company of the Year Award. The shortlist of six companies was announced this week with the overall winner set to be announced at the 2011 Medical Technology Industry Excellence Awards which will take place on December 8 in Limerick.

Aerogen Ltd. is a Galway-based innovative drug delivery company that specialises in the design, manufacture and marketing of aerosol drug delivery systems that are aimed predominately at the global critical care respiratory market.

WDC welcomes new Ryanair routes to western region

Thu, Nov 24, 2011

The Western Development Commission (WDC) welcomes the announcement this week that Ryanair will commence four new international flights from Ireland West Airport Knock. The new schedules will start in April 2012 between Ireland West Airport Knock and Barcelona, Frankfurt, Milan and Paris resulting in a total of 14 Ryanair routes from the West of Ireland airport.

Collectively, the flights are expected to deliver over 500,000 passengers, will sustain more than 500 jobs in Ireland West Airport Knock next summer and will provide a significant boost to tourism and general business across the entire Western Region.

Insulate your home and keep the bills down with Ecoseal

Thu, Nov 24, 2011

More than four thousand customers cannot be wrong

Monroe’s continues tradition of bringing the best of live music to Galway

Thu, Nov 24, 2011

For nearly 50 years Monroe’s has been a pivotal landmark in Galway and its influence on the city’s social and music scene seems set to continue. By taking the plunge into expansion the business has transformed itself into a top music venue - a welcoming place where you can not only enjoy a fine pint and a delicious pizza, but also a night of great company and even better music.

Start your business for less than 2K — and you could win it all back

Thu, Nov 17, 2011

The Results Group are delighted to announce a new business start up pack that not only gives you all the essential tools to start your own business but sign up before February 2012 and you could win your money back.

Included in its Business Start Up Pack are two hours sales and marketing consultancy, design of your company logo and branding, a five page brochure website (desktop & mobile), 1000 business cards, 1000 letterheads and 1000 A4 - DL Brochures.

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