Is Your Recruiter Giving You The Best Interview Preparation Advice?
Job interview preparation is a crucial step in the hiring process, and it can be nerve-racking for both the interviewer and the interviewee. So, by doing the right preparations you can ease this process for both you and the interviewer, increase your chances of impressing them, and hopefully land the…
What Kind of Action Words Should You Use on Your Resume?
Hiring managers and recruiters review a lot of resumes, so it’s important to make yours stand out. One way to do this is by using action words in your resume. These words can make your resume more compelling and show the hiring manager that you have the right skills and…
Undercover Recruiter
Let’s take a look at Recruitment which is notoriously a tough gig that may disguise itself as a piece of cake. So what do you think are the key traits a top IT recruiter needs to hold?
Data Centre Job Market 2023
The Data Centre industry has had an unusual 18-24 months, from hyper growth to sustaining growth and power and electrical concerns. While other industries struggled, Data Centres continued to flourish but not without its challenges.
Living in Ireland Guide 2023
2022 has been a hugely turbulent year in so many ways. We have seen some crazy things happening. The war in Ukraine, the subsequent energy crisis, inflation, the threat of an economic slowdown and Newcastle United are third in the premier league. It’s been unpredictable, constantly changing and difficult.
Top Pointers on Negotiating Contracting Rates
You may have already read my amazing article on how much money you can make as a contractor, and now you need to know how to negotiate the rate. Unlike permanent positions, where you can negotiate salary, benefits, sign-on bonuses etc., you simply need to negotiate the contract rate and…
How Do I Recruit QA Engineers?
It’s safe to say that there is a lot going on in the talent market and as a candidate, who has a certain salary expectation, you need to stand out from the rest. Luckily, you’re in good hands. I recruit in the QA space and have the inside scoop that…
Rising Above the Counter Offer Culture When Hiring
In today’s recruitment market counter offers are the new norm, especially in the IT sector. Think about it, if one of your top employees hands in their notice, you are going to do everything in your power to try and convince them to stay. There is such a skill shortage…
A Company’s Role During Breast Cancer Awareness Month
The importance of Breast Cancer Awareness month is mostly educating people about this disease, and the importance of early detection by doing self-checks and getting scans. The good news is that most people can survive breast cancer if it is detected early enough. This is why education and awareness are…
Mistakes Companies Make During an Interview Process
As a company, if you’re looking to create a great first impression in the mind of your candidates, you need to ensure you provide a smooth interview experience. However, as tech recruiters we have often listened to stories our candidates shared with us regarding poor candidate experiences they have…
Q4 Market Trends & What to Expect in 2023
As we approach the end of 2022, it is fair to say that the tech recruitment industry in Ireland has been highly volatile this year. Market salary rates have skyrocketed for many skill sets, benefits packages have had to be reworked, working arrangements have changed fundamentally and the mindset around…
5 Ways to Improve Diversity and Inclusion in a Workplace
How do you go about creating an equitable work environment? It’s one thing to attract a diverse talent pool, but developing a culture that is inclusive and retaining them is a whole other subject.
What do IT Recruiters Look for on Your LinkedIn Profile?
Job Seeking can result in such an emphasis on your CV, that you almost forget everything else at your disposal to help get a job. Trust me, I’ve been there. You may not realise that your LinkedIn profile is just as important as a CV in helping you get a…
Meet Joe – A Data Centre Manager Looking To Hire You
Last year we gave you a step by step guide on how to secure a job in a data centre. Today, I want to revisit this topic and add some extra insight and information that will help you. The data centre market in Ireland is growing and has attracted a…