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Here's what some of Ireland's top bosses always ask in job interviews
From tech gurus to ex-Dragons’ Den stars, we got the best questions for finding dream hires.
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Dec 22nd 2018, 1:00 AM
Black non-Irish people five times more likely to experience discrimination seeking work in Ireland
This group is also over two and a half times more likely to experience discrimination when in employment when compared to white Irish people.
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Dec 18th 2018, 6:20 AM
A no-nonsense guide to rolling out a workplace wellness scheme that works
It’s well known that promoting the well-being of employees is good for business.
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Dec 16th 2018, 3:00 PM
What employers can learn from Ikea's recent workforce cull
Here’s what you need to know about making staff redundant.
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Dec 15th 2018, 3:00 PM
Digitalisation could lead to nearly 50,000 job ‘losses’. Here’s why the government isn't worried
The adoption of new technology is expected to slow employment growth but will also create opportunities.
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Dec 14th 2018, 10:06 AM
After a bumper year for co-working spaces, demand is expected to slow in 2019
Savills predicts there will be ‘winners and losers’ as competition continues to rise in Dublin.
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Dec 13th 2018, 6:00 PM
Digitalisation could lead to nearly 50,000 job ‘losses’. Here’s why the government isn't worried
The adoption of new technology is expected to slow employment growth but will also create opportunities.
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Dec 11th 2018, 1:00 AM
Poll: Do you think having an attractive office makes workers more productive?
Many argue that good design stimulates productivity – but not everyone’s a fan of today’s workplaces.
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Dec 10th 2018, 1:26 PM
How to avoid HR landmines during the Christmas celebrations
Wild office parties, risqué Secret Santa gifts and hazardous decorations can all spell trouble.
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Dec 9th 2018, 3:00 PM
How a well-designed workspace will help you attract (and keep) valuable staff
New research shows that a carefully planned work environment can have long-lasting effects.
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Dec 8th 2018, 3:00 PM
‘It’s part of the digital age’: How companies are dealing with online employee reviews
Glassdoor has attracted reviews from more than 20,000 employees in Ireland.
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Dec 7th 2018, 9:45 AM
Poll: Do you believe anonymous online reviews for employers?
For some, Glassdoor is a useful hiring platform. But others think it’s open to abuse.
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Dec 3rd 2018, 3:15 PM
‘It’s part of the digital age’: How companies are dealing with online employee reviews
Glassdoor has attracted reviews from more than 20,000 employees in Ireland.
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Dec 3rd 2018, 12:00 PM
Why we should encourage over 55s to choose contract work over retirement
Senior personnel can offer valuable experience and fill skills gaps.
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Dec 1st 2018, 3:00 PM
Ryanair is suing Irish officials over where the airline's staff are taxed
The High Court challenge relates to tax laws for Europe-based workers.
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Nov 29th 2018, 12:10 PM
Ryanair is suing Irish officials over where the airline's staff are taxed
The High Court challenge relates to tax laws for Europe-based workers.
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Nov 29th 2018, 1:00 AM
Hold-ups at Ireland's workplace watchdog are causing business headaches
Postponements, absent parties and late submissions are creating logjams.
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Nov 25th 2018, 7:00 AM
Hold-ups at Ireland's workplace watchdog are causing business headaches
Postponements, absent parties and late submissions are creating logjams.
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Nov 22nd 2018, 3:09 PM
Irish chefs will be asked to be more 'positive' with staff to dispel the Gordon Ramsay image
Chef Network is launching a ‘kitchen charter’ as worker shortages continue to rise in the industry.
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Nov 22nd 2018, 3:08 PM
'A four-day work week could lead to greater productivity and wealth'
Fewer working hours could benefit both individuals and the economy, Kevin Callinan writes.
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Nov 22nd 2018, 7:00 AM
Irish chefs will be asked to be more 'positive' with staff to dispel the Gordon Ramsay image
Chef Network is launching a ‘kitchen charter’ as worker shortages continue to rise in the industry.
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Nov 20th 2018, 6:00 PM
Here's how you can boost staff morale during the dark winter months
It’s vital that employers look after their workers’ mental and physical well-being.
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Nov 18th 2018, 3:00 PM
Hold-ups at Ireland's workplace watchdog are causing business headaches
Postponements, absent parties and late submissions are creating logjams.
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Nov 16th 2018, 1:00 AM
Ireland's a post-Brexit paradise for EU staff in the UK - but many are priced out of the move
The cost of housing is too much for some, while taxes make high-earners think twice.
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Nov 15th 2018, 4:12 PM
Ireland's a post-Brexit paradise for EU staff in the UK - but many are priced out of the move
The cost of housing is too much for some, while taxes make high-earners think twice.
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Nov 13th 2018, 7:01 PM
'I'm blind and employed - but I'm the minority. Here's how employers can change that'
It often doesn’t take a lot for companies to mine this largely untapped talent pool.
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Nov 11th 2018, 3:00 PM
Here's all you need to know about uncovering - and reporting - gender pay gaps
Now is the time for companies to get ready for incoming legislation.
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Nov 10th 2018, 3:00 PM
Poll: Would you get junior recruits to coach senior staff?
Some say ‘reverse mentoring’ builds ‘a more inclusive’ workforce. Others find it patronising.
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Nov 5th 2018, 2:41 PM
Takeover on the horizon? Here's how it will impact your staff
Employment law is fairly strict when it comes to mergers and acquisitions.
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Nov 4th 2018, 3:00 PM
Here's why you should use younger recruits to coach senior staff
‘Reverse mentoring’ schemes send a clear message that learning is a life-long thing.
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Nov 3rd 2018, 3:00 PM
Brown Bag Films wants 'less restrictive' foreign worker rules as it struggles to find EU staff
The Irish animation studio joined other employers in calling for an overhaul of existing permits.
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Oct 29th 2018, 11:00 AM
A bus driver sacked for sharing 'shock' pictures of a faulty wheel has won an unfair dismissal claim
The coach company said the personal Facebook post was a breach of its social media policy.
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Oct 29th 2018, 6:00 AM
Here's a lesson in making staff redundant without causing extra stress at a tough time
A shoe store managed to overturn an unfair dismissal claim in the Labour Court. Here’s how.
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Oct 28th 2018, 12:00 PM
Nine years after moving its HQ to Ireland, 'experience gift' giant Smartbox will launch here
The French-founded company has more than 600 staff in Dublin – and it plans to keep expanding.
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Oct 28th 2018, 6:00 AM
Brown Bag Films wants 'less restrictive' foreign worker rules as it struggles to find EU staff
The Irish animation studio joined other employers in calling for an overhaul of existing permits.
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Oct 25th 2018, 2:32 PM
A bus driver sacked for sharing 'shock' pictures of a faulty wheel has won an unfair dismissal claim
The coach company said the personal Facebook post was a breach of its social media policy.
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Oct 25th 2018, 2:31 PM
Two months out from Christmas, retailers are short-stocked for seasonal staff
Stores are facing worker shortages as the country nears full employment.
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Oct 25th 2018, 2:26 PM
Poll: Do you think employee opinion surveys are worthwhile?
Some say they’re useful for employers. Others think they don’t reflect issues that may be affecting workers.
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Oct 22nd 2018, 4:56 PM
Employee opinion surveys are deeply flawed. Here's why
Big companies put a lot of stock in these reviews – but they don’t provide proper feedback from workers.
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Oct 21st 2018, 12:00 PM
Two months out from Christmas, retailers are short-stocked for seasonal staff
Stores are facing worker shortages as the country nears full employment.
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Oct 20th 2018, 6:00 PM
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