How to Win the IT Talent War
Approaching, competing in, and winning the IT Talent War is a topic so broad and multi-faceted, that it would be worthy of an entire academic semester’s worth of study and debate. The fact is, there is no tried, tested and proven method. There is no single golden bullet. You need…
Key Considerations for Onboarding New Hires in a Hybrid World
We are seeing companies get creative with how they are approaching the future and in all cases, these decisions will impact other parts of the company too. For example, if a role is fully remote or hybrid or fully onsite, how does this impact how you onboard someone into…
Why Do You Lose Employees?
The competition for tech talent has never been as strong. With a vibrant indigenous tech scene, coupled with the continued rise of large multinationals setting roots in Ireland, employers need to find creative ways to attract, but also retain staff. Today I wanted to explore why do employees flirt with…
How to Succeed in a Hybrid Workplace
In this blog I will answer some questions that are widely concerning managers today as we prepare for the new way of working. Surely the 40 hours a day in an office 5/6 times a week is now a choice rather than something that is forced upon us. Maybe, maybe…
Top 7 Remote Job Interview Questions
I think it’s fair to say that remote work is here to stay and whether you’ve been with the same role for the past 2 years, or you are just entering or re-entering the workforce, this means it’s the first time going through an interview process for remote work. If…
The 2 Key Components of Performance Management
Performance management is a subtle art. I believe there are two components to effective performance management. Firstly you need to ensure that you have created the right environment, then it’s about the measurement of performance. As the old saying goes, what gets measured, gets done.
How to Be Successful in a Video Interview
Ever wondered why you are being invited to a job interview and not making it after the first, second or third stages? It is true that most companies have different reasons for recruiting in a particular role. However, if you are called for an interview, the employer already thinks…
Top 7 Employee Engagement Ideas to Boost Morale
Employee engagement is critical to the growth and success of any company. An engaged and communicative team will help deliver far superior results, which will then help the organisation reach its goals. Employee engagement does not have a particularly given structure to it. It’s built on experience, psychology, and…
Are You Aware Of The Advantages Of Using Specialist Recruiters?
Recruitment companies have been around for a long time, but the industry has seen huge growth over the past number of years. This is because an increasing number of companies are realising the value that they can add, and recruiters are becoming more and more specialised in specific areas to…
Checklist to go Through While Preparing for a Tech Interview
Preparing for an interview entails taking the time to deeply consider one’s qualifications and how they relate to the position advertised by the employer. In order to accomplish this, a few steps need to be followed to ensure a successful interview session and even employment prospect. The following are some…
How to Attract Tech Talent to a Start-Up – 3 Techniques That Work
At GemPool, we have worked with tech start-ups going all the way back to 2005. This is our bread and butter. It’s fantastic that Ireland has such a vibrant tech start-up scene.
Current Overview on IT Recruitment and What to Expect in Q3
At GemPool we have found that 2021 has been a strong year. We have noticed large recruitment activity in the IT sector and seeing upward trends as we move into Q3.
The 3 Best Questions To Ask During An Interview In A Tech Start-Up
Taking a longer term view of your career should make you more focused on the learning rather than the money you can make. Taking on a role in a really interesting, well led, start-up can put you on a faster trajectory towards your career goals.
Can Creativity Damage Your Job Application?
Is it time to ditch the old black and white Microsoft Word CV layout for something more fun? I’d say yes. In today’s competitive job market it is crucial to stand out from the crowd as a job seeker. For a hiring manager, seeing the same eyesore resume layout can…