Career Tips

Bridging the Skills Gap: The Key Role of Soft Skills in Career Growth

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In today’s rapidly changing professional landscape, technical proficiency and role-specific skills no longer guarantee career advancement. Employers are increasingly looking for individuals with strong people skills or who are willing to upskill to enhance their soft skills.  Soft Skills are those intangible qualities that facilitate effective collaboration, adaptability, problem-solving and leadership. Recognising and cultivating these …

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What’s Hot in Leadership Training for 2024

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This week I was prompted to look at the current landscape of leadership development for a client I am currently collaborating with on an exciting project.  I wanted to summarise in my mind and outline for our client the clear trends we see daily in leadership development training. If you are a professional pursuing a …

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QQI Level 6 Courses – a Gateway to Career Success

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Over the years, I’ve had the absolute pleasure of seeing so many of our students take their careers to the next level because they decided to study a QQI course. I continue to be amazed at how much of a difference it makes! I’ve watched people who were very unsure about stepping up in their …

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Jobs of the Future – Insights on the World of Work in 2030

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The future of work is not a distant concept anymore—it’s happening right now. Based on fascinating research from the World Economic Forum (WEF), we’re seeing new jobs that not only respond to a pandemic-shaped reality but will define the way we live and work in the next decade. Jamais Cascio, a futurist whose work I …

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Reading the Room Maintaining Communications in Online, and Hybrid Work Environments

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Over the past few months, I’ve had countless conversations with customers, business owners, and managers grappling with the same challenge—aligning business needs with the realities of remote and hybrid work. Unsurprisingly, with teams spread out across locations and time zones, particularly disjointed cross-functional teams, it’s harder to ensure everyone is on the same page. I kept hearing …

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Six Tips to Help You Stop Procrastinating and Increase Your Productivity  

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This blog is for everyone because we are all procrastinators at one time or another. Procrastination is a silent force that slows down our productivity, steals our time, and hinders our progress. We’ve all experienced the feelings of falling into the abyss by delaying tasks we hate only to find ourselves coping with unmet deadlines …

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How the BANI Influence Shapes Today’s Workforce

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This blog is a little different from my regular ones because I discuss a concept that was researched and introduced by futurist Jamais Cascio.  His research certainly helps me in my day-to-day interactions with employers and learners and I hope that by reading this you will gain insights that will help you too.  People in …

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The Top 5 Leadership Skills for 2024: Preparing for the Future

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In an ever-changing world, leadership is not a static concept; it evolves with the times we live in and adapts to new challenges and opportunities. As we look ahead to 2024, there is a certainty that certain leadership skills are critical for success. Whether you’re an aspiring leader or already in a leadership role, knowing …

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Setting SMART Goals for Success in 2024

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As we enter the new year of 2024, it’s crucial to approach it with positivity and a clear plan. The past couple of years have been challenging, but 2024 offers a fresh start and an opportunity to achieve exciting goals and dreams. January is traditionally a month filled with optimism, making it the perfect time …

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Achieving Career Advancement – 5 Actions That Guarantee Promotion

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Career advancement is a goal that many professionals strive for, and one of the most significant milestones in a person’s career journey is receiving a promotion. While promotions are determined by a variety of factors, there are certain strategies that can significantly increase your chances of climbing the success ladder no matter what sector you …

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