Lifestyle

The key trends helping to attract and retain employees in 2023
As we begin the new year, employers and employees are grappling with numerous challenges such as the cost of living, wellbeing, hybrid working and economic headwinds. Hybrid working has a number of benefits for staff and businesses – it can boost productivity, improve the wellbeing of employees, help to retain staff and reduce premises costs […]
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How to retain employees through high inflation
Inflation is running at an all-time high. How can businesses support their employees through these difficult times? Businesses around the world have managed their way through formidable challenges due to the pandemic, and now they must contend with inflation. Inflation is running at a 40-year high and this puts upward pressure on salaries. To hold […]
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Why inflation is creating more entrepreneurs
A need for additional income and rising inflation is motivating people to start their own businesses and become entrepreneurs. New technology such as online payment systems, digital marketing tools and free online resources are helping to remove the traditional barriers in setting up your own business. The number of people setting up their own businesses […]
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What is career mobility and why is it important?
Career mobility is a key priority for millennial and generation Z employees Career mobility (or job mobility) is the process of an employee moving in their career. It can refer to upward or downward movement, as well as movement across to another role within the same business but in a different capacity. In the past, […]
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How to give yourself a head start every single day in business
Starting each day the right way sets you up for success in business We all want to perform at peak level, every day, but in order to do so, you need to start your day the right way. Successful business leaders simplify, focus on what’s meaningful and work with intention. To enable them to succeed, […]
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Home Energy Grants 2022
Two schemes available Better Energy Warmer Homes Better Energy Homes To apply go to www.seai.ie Better Energy Warmer Home Scheme Also known as “Free Energy Upgrade”. The homeowner is not charged for work done under this scheme. This scheme is aimed at those on low incomes/certain social welfare recipients and it has a wait time […]
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Turn the mic on: Why podcasts are a growing marketing tool
Podcasts have grown in popularity and businesses can capitalise on this – here is how they can be used as a marketing tool Podcasts are audio series’ that are available online. The concept is similar to a radio show. Listeners can subscribe to specific podcasts, download episodes as they become available and listen to them […]
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Government announces €505 million package of measures to mitigate the cost of living
Feeling the pinch when it comes to the rising cost of living in Ireland? Here is all you need to know about the €505 million package announced by the government. The Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform, Michael McGrath T.D., and the Minister for Finance, Paschal Donohoe T.D., announced a suite of policy measures designed […]
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How to successfully manage stress at work
Feeling under pressure? Here is how to manage stress at work Work-related strain is an increasing area of concern, which is why managers and employees should learn how to manage stress at work more effectively. The Covid-19 pandemic has exacerbated work-related stress as many of us have had to suddenly shift to new ways of […]
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Work from anywhere policies – how do they work in reality?
The pandemic proved that many of us could do our jobs from literally anywhere. So how should a business manage this? These days we hear more and more about “digital nomads”. These are people who have embraced technology in a way that allows them to work while travelling across the world. They are different to […]
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