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Double trouble: the pros and cons of dual jobbing

It can be hard to make ends meet these days, so the temptation is strong to work for more than one employer. But is this a breach of your work contract?

Industrial Relations

John Walsh: Beware of throwing the baby out with the bathwater as unions get Musk-effect boost

It looked like private sector unions were going the way of the dinosaur, but recent brutal redundancies in the tech sector are encouraging trade union membership while the Covid pandemic has tilted the balance of power firmly in favour of workers

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Businesses shouldn’t resign themselves to high employee churn rates

Before deciding not to attempt to retain talent, employers should be aware of all the possible costs of replacing that person

My Story So Far

‘All bar one of my career opportunities have arisen via my network’ – Eimear Harty, BoI

Eimear Harty, a HR director at Bank of Ireland, says most of us don’t realise how big and valuable our networks are and that they need to be nurtured

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Five steps to help a new business reach its goals

Ireland has a track record of successfully nurturing a culture of entrepreneurship. But if you’ve already taken the leap into running your own business, how can you maximise its potential over the longer term? Here are five strategies that can help

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Learning in the workplace starts with an effective onboarding process

Getting to know your colleagues is vital in a new job and so companies are aware they need to recreate ‘water cooler moments’ with employees who are working remotely

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‘A mentor saw something in me that maybe I hadn’t seen myself’ – Teresa Arbuckle, Beko

Teresa Arbuckle was advised early on in her career to take on roles that allowed her to lead, but she doesn’t advocate just telling people what to do; instead the MD of Beko prefers to get consensus among a team

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New legislation will lead to fundamental change in Irish working life

The Right to Request Remote Work Bill and the Work Life Balance Bill, which are at advanced stages of drafting, are relevant to both employers and employees

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‘Stick to your principles and don’t be afraid to defend them’ – Peter Horgan, Grayling Properties

The managing director of Grayling Properties believes in waiting for the right investment opportunities and avoiding the pressure to follow the crowd

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Recruiters must dive deeper into the talent pool to find undiscovered candidates

Traditional recruitment models are no longer fit for purpose and the vast majority of great candidates are never even identified for a job; organisations must have a broader, more inclusive approach if they want to avoid staffing failures

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Employers are finally coming round to hybrid working

Before the pandemic, 71 per cent of employers were opposed to hybrid working practices, but while they are now starting to see the benefits, there is still work to be done to optimise the model

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Reaping the rewards of employee incentive schemes

Setting up an employee rewards package can be a challenge, but if it’s implemented effectively, the outcome will benefit employees and employers alike

My Story So Far

This Working Life: ‘My career is a story of being in the right place at the right time’ – Simon Boucher, IMI

The chief executive of the Irish Management Institute says it is important to be passionate and proud about your work, to be brave, invest in learning and never give up

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This Working Life: Businesses to look more strategically at hiring plans

There is still plenty of demand for skilled talent, but hiring volume is set to decrease as employers tighten their belts

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Jane Lyons: ‘Sweep the sheds: never be too big to do the small things that need to be done’

Remaining grounded and having self-belief are key to personal and career success, according to Jane Lyons of PharmaLex Ireland

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Damien McCarthy: Investment in learning how to disconnect, and reconnect, will benefit everyone

In a rapidly changing work environment where employees may be suffering from burnout or other issues, it is essential that we educate ourselves about mental health and wellbeing in the workplace

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Contracts are key to more flexible work arrangements

Since the pandemic, focus has shifted to what you can get done rather than where you are, which can suit both employers and workers looking for more flexible contract work

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‘Never be afraid to ask questions and seek help when you need it’ – Ruth Irwin, Healthybuzz.ie

In business there are ups and downs but it is important not to over-complicate things, instead take one step at a time, do one thing right and then move on to the next task, says Ruth Irwin of Healthybuzz.ie

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This Working Life: What to look out for when switching bank accounts

You may be dreading the administrative headache of your small business having to change banks, but it’s still important to act now to avoid cash flow problems

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Post-pandemic, SMEs can’t afford to ignore the benefits of digital upskilling

Small and medium-sized business owners must recognise that investment in digital solutions is an investment in their future that will pay dividends