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Writing a great CV can be a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be! 🤔 Follow these tips to make sure your CV stands out from the crowd:

Posted on May 2, 2023May 2, 2023 by Gerard Quinlivan

I've previously written about the keys to writing a great CV for the Insurance sector but I think some of these tips below make it a little more concise and to the point. Keep it short and sweet 📝 Aim...Read More

Hiring Happy People: The Benefits of Positive Attitudes in the Workplace

Posted on April 28, 2023April 28, 2023 by Gerard Quinlivan

I was encouraged to read a book a few years back by a mentor of mine. The book's title was "The Happiness Advantage", written by Shawn Achor, and I'd encourage anyone to read it. He posits, "Happiness is not the...Read More

Staying in integrity when it comes to Counteroffers.

Posted on April 28, 2023April 28, 2023 by Gerard Quinlivan

When you receive a counter offer after accepting a new job, handling the situation properly can be tricky and staying in integrity with your decisions is really important. Here are a few tips on how to navigate this difficult decision:...Read More

The keys to writing a great CV for the Insurance sector!

Posted on April 27, 2023May 2, 2023 by Gerard Quinlivan

Writing a great CV is key to landing your dream job in Insurance. Here are some top tips to help you create a successful CV: Focus on Relevance: Make sure to include only relevant information that is pertinent to the...Read More

How to handle the Counteroffer

Posted on April 27, 2023April 28, 2023 by Gerard Quinlivan

🤔 Have you ever been in a situation where you’ve gone through the recruitment process, nailed the job interview and received an offer for your dream insurance position? It’s an exciting moment and you’re ready to accept the offer and...Read More

Learning to Say No! – Lessons from a Recovering People-Pleaser

Posted on April 20, 2023April 20, 2023 by Gerard Quinlivan

As a recovering People-Pleaser, this article published on the Psych Central website in 2021 resonated hugely with me. For many years, I used to think that saying Yes to everyone and everything that appeared on my radar was the way...Read More

Countering the Counteroffer – The challenge facing every Insurer in attracting top talent!

Posted on September 30, 2021September 18, 2022 by Gerard Quinlivan

As we move into the post pandemic phase and out of the seemingly endless cycle of lockdown, remote working, home schooling, staycationing and cocooning, many employers feel that as businesses begin to return to some form of normality, they should...Read More

WFH – The Catch 22 Dilemma for Insurance firms!

Posted on September 16, 2021September 16, 2021 by Gerard Quinlivan

I’ve recently spotted a number of LinkedIn survey posts asking respondents “Where do you want to work in a post Covid world?” It’s a pertinent question as this is reputedly the year of the “Great Resignation” and many Insurance professionals...Read More

Feel the Fear and do it anyway! Why changing jobs in the middle of a pandemic might be the best move for your insurance career.

Posted on January 29, 2021September 18, 2022 by Gerard Quinlivan

Historically, every downturn in the market has been different and the past twelve months have added another layer to that story. It’s been an incredibly tough year for most businesses out there and an especially tough one for anyone working...Read More

The Secret Laws of Attracting Great Insurance Talent!

Posted on January 12, 2021September 18, 2022 by Gerard Quinlivan

I watched a film called The Secret over Christmas on YouTube. It’s based on a bestselling book by Rhonda Byrne and some of you may have already heard of it. I know I did somewhere back in the mists of...Read More