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How good managers can stop themselves from making bad decisions
A single workday can involve a range of choices – here are some tools to help you make the right ones.
Why gender imbalance isn't just a bad look - it's also bad for business
Major firms in Ireland are missing out on fresh opinions because of their lack of diversity at the top.
How Irish managers can run better projects by being more like Donald Trump
Sure the US president isn’t perfect, but hear us out on this one.
'I thought I knew better than the next guy, but I still lost millions in property'
This seasoned entrepreneur talks about investment mistakes – and knowing when to move on.
The deal-breakers that could cost you a place on Ireland's top startup programmes
This entrepreneur delivers a masterclass in applying for a business accelerator.
'My worst job was gutting chickens': The founder of €300m Irish tech firm Movidius
David Moloney talks about how the best advice he ever got led him to start the company.
'We sold out three days after launch, but then panic set in. We had no money to buy stock'
From digital marketing to selling hoverboards, Daniel Nugent’s next idea is making computer glasses cool.
'My worst job was gutting chickens': The founder of €300m Irish tech firm Movidius
David Moloney talks about how the best advice he ever got led him to start the company.
A recent court case shows that the concept of 'buyer beware' is still alive and well
The Supreme Court had to decide whether an estate agent was liable for overstating the size of a property.
'When my dad was let go, I remember thinking I never want to be in that situation'
Seeing his father lose his job inspired Keith Moran to one day set up his own business.
What an Aer Lingus labour case can teach firms about forcing staff to speak English
The recent court ruling followed accusations of discrimination at the airline.
Launching a startup business? Here's how to get your taxes in order
This is the essential advice you’ll need for taking the plunge with a new enterprise.
'We sold out three days after launch, but then panic set in. We had no money to buy stock'
From digital marketing to selling hoverboards, Daniel Nugent’s next idea is making computer glasses cool.
'Organising events is nerve-racking - your reputation is on the line'
This entrepreneur delivers a masterclass in pulling off a first-time convention.
'So much of fintech is people giving stuff away for free. It's not sustainable'
Brett Meyers of CurrencyFair tells us what sector he thinks is the most over-hyped.
'When my dad was let go, I remember thinking I never want to be in that situation'
Seeing his father lose his job inspired Keith Moran to one day set up his own business.
'So much of fintech is people giving stuff away for free. It's not sustainable'
Brett Meyers of CurrencyFair tells us what sector he thinks is the most over-hyped.
How to avoid 'pressing the nuclear button' in business and winding up in court
Litigation is rarely necessary when you take emotion out of the equation.
Mattress Mick: 'Michael O'Leary doesn't care what people think. I've tried to model what he does'
Michael Flynn tells us what he would be doing if he wasn’t selling mattresses.
Why every business needs to run experiments - and how to go about doing it
You don’t need to build a lab, something as simple as an email campaign can be a testing ground.
'When my dad was let go, I remember thinking I never want to be in that situation'
Seeing his father lose his job inspired Keith Moran to one day set up his own business.
'If Facebook's taking 360-degree videos seriously, so should you'
This video guru delivers a masterclass in making a compelling clip on a budget.
'At the start we totally underestimated how shelf life works. It could have bankrupted the business'
Cassandra Stavrou double jobbed and moved home to save €10,000 to start her popcorn company.
'Michael O'Leary doesn't care what people think. I've tried to model what he does'
Michael Flynn tells us what he would be doing if he wasn’t selling mattresses.
'Michael O'Leary doesn't care what people think. I've tried to model what he does'
Michael Flynn tells us what he would be doing if he wasn’t selling mattresses.
'After 10 years I wasn't enjoying the job at all. I was CEO, but I'm a nuts-and-bolts guy'
During his many years in startups, Jonathan Maliepaard has seen the same mistakes repeated.
'I’m actually quite introverted. I have to do a lot of mental preparation for public speaking'
Republic of Work’s DC Cahalane tells us about his worst job, bad habits and penchant for gin.
These are the lessons small businesses can learn from elite teams in the Tour de France
Three key takeaways from this year’s 21-day race.
6 things that will help you generate more free publicity for your business
PR isn’t advertising, but it is one of the best promotion tools at your disposal.
'At the start we totally underestimated how shelf life works. It could have bankrupted the business'
Cassandra Stavrou double jobbed and moved home to save €10,000 to start her popcorn company.
How to prepare for the new privacy laws 'with teeth' - and avoid huge fines for breaking them
This consultant delivers a masterclass in how SMEs should prepare for the GDPR.
'I’m actually quite introverted. I have to do a lot of mental preparation for public speaking'
Republic of Work’s DC Cahalane tells us about his worst job, bad habits and penchant for gin.
'After 10 years I wasn't enjoying the job at all. I was CEO, but I'm a nuts-and-bolts guy'
During his many years in startups, Jonathan Maliepaard has seen the same mistakes repeated.
'I’m actually quite introverted. I have to do a lot of mental preparation for public speaking'
Republic of Work’s DC Cahalane tells us about his worst job, bad habits and penchant for gin.
Why Ireland needs better share incentives to help smaller firms keep their staff
The Minister for Finance recently said he planned to follow through on an improved SME scheme.
What a recent discrimination case can teach employers about mandatory retirement
A Knock Airport bartender was ‘surprised’ to learn he had to retire at 65.
'After 10 years I wasn't enjoying the job at all. I was CEO, but I'm a nuts-and-bolts guy'
During his many years in startups, Jonathan Maliepaard has seen the same mistakes repeated.
'Good writing is like a pint of Guinness – you have to let it settle'
This copywriter delivers a masterclass in improving your writing skills.
'Sometimes festivals just don't work for us. The food doesn't sell and you lose a lot of money'
Over the years, Kanum’s Marc Fitzharris has learned when it’s the right time to cut your losses.
'It's easy on social media to look successful. I was all smiles online but a mess inside'
After managing hotels in the Middle East, Shane Ryan came back to Ireland to launch a healthy food startup.