World Mental Health Day this year is to focus on mental health in the workplace Updated / Thursday, 10 Oct 2024 09:17 A survey from St Patrick’s Mental Health Services showed that 37% of respondents named work-related issues as a factor that influences their mental health and wellbeing (Stock image) By Brian O’DonovanWork & Technology Correspondent Today […]

  What’s holding you back at work? A sticky floor or a glass ceiling? The “sticky floor” represents barriers that keep people from moving up, while the “glass ceiling” symbolizes the invisible obstacles preventing advancement. It really depends on individual experiences. Some might feel stuck in their current roles due to a lack of opportunities […]

In the realm of employment, receiving a counter offer can be a pivotal moment. It’s a testament to your value and opens up opportunities for negotiation. However, navigating this process requires careful consideration. Here are five crucial factors to keep in mind when faced with a counter offer: Understanding Your Worth: Before diving into negotiations, […]

By Ciara Gallagher   📊 2023 HR Insights: Results Are In!   Thank you to everyone who participated in our HR polls for 2023! Your input provides a valuable glimpse into the challenges and dynamics shaping our workplace.   One notable finding is that the main challenge facing HR departments in 2023 revolves around employee […]

Employers – Do you need Temporary Support? Here are some reasons to consider a Temporary Hire over the next few months. Instant impact: Temporary workers are used to joining organisations for a short period of time, so can make an immediate impact on your organisation. The process for hiring temporary workers is also traditionally a […]

By Ciara Gallagher   It has been almost a year since I joined Leinster Appointments and began my career in recruitment! It has been a brilliant experience with plenty of ups and downs. As I prepare to head off on annual leave for a couple of weeks, I decided to have a look back at […]

Hiring the right talent is critical for any organisation, and the process can be time-consuming and resource-intensive. This is where recruitment agencies come into play. A recruitment agency acts as an intermediary between job seekers and employers, helping both parties find the right fit. In this blog, we will discuss the advantages of using a […]

An article in Harvard Business School in 2017 spoke about Modern Motivational Methods for Attracting and Retaining Employees. Many companies are now struggling to hire and retain employees in the current labour market. Candidates are hard to be found and retaining existing staff has become an important consideration for management teams. Now more than ever, […]

When it comes to Dating and Recruitment, we have noticed a lot of similarities between the two activities: Profile vs. CV Much like an online dating profile, in recruiting, you have to put your best face forward. When finding a potential match on a dating site, you are looking for an intriguing profile that stands […]

2023 HR Trends Nomadic talent Hybrid working HR’s role as caregivers Reskilling and upskilling of employees HR and the senior management team Nomadic talent The trend of nomadic talent is fast emerging in todays’ world with technology contributing to this. Talented individuals can now switch role, company and even their career at a much faster […]

2022 has been a turbulent and difficult year for many.   In Ireland, we have faced the perfect storm of a cost of living crisis, highest increase of Inflation in over 40 years, the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and an interruption and cost hikes in the supply chain. The main trend and the biggest headache for […]

  As we entered into 2022, changes in how we work , where we work, who we work with and why we work were in continual flux. Many of these changes started prior to the pandemic, were then accelerated by it and have become permanent aspects of the workplace. For HR teams in Ireland , […]