March 1, 2026
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5 Tips for dealing with the ‘Overqualified’ issue in interviews

In order to get back into the job market after a career break, many people are applying for roles that don’t require their level of experience and qualifications.  In this situation, how do you avoid running the risk of being overlooked in the recruitment process and rejected on the basis of being overqualified?  The following 5 tips should help:
March 1, 2026
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Only 4% of Fortune 500 CEOs are women. What’s going wrong?

In 1918 Irish women got the right to vote. 1973 heralded the abolition of the marriage bar; 1977 saw the introduction of the Employment Equality Act. Girls now consistently outshine boys across the globe in exam results. Having made so much progress, why are women still underrepresented in political circles and the upper echelons of business?
February 5, 2026
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How to answer the interview question – How do you manage conflict?

Most people I coach find this question particularly challenging. They assume that the interviewer is looking for an example of a highly charged situation where there’s a complete breakdown of a relationship. Relax, your examples don’t need to have Hollywood style plots and drama. The key to answering this question well is simply replacing the world conflict with disagreement.  
February 1, 2026
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3 Tips to Overcome Interview Nerves

Anxiety and fear of interviews is a common problem. As a business coach, I have worked with clients whose fear has crippled their career development and earning potential. My clients are very capable and know their anxiety is irrational but sometimes that’s not enough. It takes time and effort to understand and overcome such emotions but all is possible with the right help.
January 13, 2026
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5 Top Tips to Succeed in Cadet Pilot Interviews

5 Top Tips to Succeed in Cadet Pilot Interviews I recently had the opportunity to speak at a conference in Trinity College Dublin, where I was asked about the key qualities needed to become a successful pilot. Airlines interview hundreds of candidates for their cadetship programs, but only 3% make […]
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