Our Top 10 Blog Posts of 2021

We’ve had over 70 new blog posts this year, and in those we covered a lot. Job seeking strategies, interview tips, market insights — the list could go on and on. As the end of 2021 approaches, we are recapping our most popular blog posts of the year. We hope that you will find something worth remembering, learning or getting inspired by for the New Year. Let’s get started!

 

 

1. How to Write a Cover Letter for Your Dream Job

 

When applying for a job, a thoughtfully written cover letter can greatly enhance your odds of securing an interview. Your cover letter will likely be the first thing a hiring manager sees when they view your application. As the saying goes, “You never get a second chance to make a first impression”, so it’s absolutely vital to get it right. Our in-depth guide outlines the many benefits of sending cover letters and shows you how to write a letter that is sure to impress potential employers.  Read Now >>>

 

 

2. How to Calm Your Nerves Before A Job Interview

 

You’ve submitted your CV and done the prep, now all that’s left is the interview. No matter how well-prepared you are, nerves are a normal part of the job interview process. In fact, a staggering 93% of job candidates have experienced anxiety related to their interview. Take a look at our guide to discover 10 proven methods to help calm your nerves before a job interview. Read Now >>>

 

 

3. Why Choose Recruitment as a Career

 

Thinking about making a career change in 2022? Check out our guide to learn more about what a career in recruitment entails and to find out if this is the career for you. Read Now >>> 

4. How to Write a Resignation Letter

 

Congratulations! You’ve submitted a great CV, aced the interview, and landed your dream job! Now’s the time has come to wind up your old job so you can move on to pastures new. It’s never easy to say goodbye, but handing in your resignation is something that everyone has to do at some point in their career. If you are currently switching roles and don’t know how to kickstart the process of moving on, then you should read our comprehensive guide on how to write a resignation letter. Read Now >>> 

5. How to Write a Pharma CV

 

The pharmaceutical sector is one of the top employers in Ireland. It currently employs approximately 25,000 people directly and a further 25,000 indirectly. It is a source of high-quality jobs, as over 65% of those employed in the industry have a third-level qualification. In the past year, there were many positive jobs announcements from major players in the industry including Pfizer, Wuxi, Gilead and more. If you want to work in Ireland’s booming Pharma sector, read our step-by-step guide on how to write a CV for a pharmaceutical company. Read Now >>> 

 

 

6. How to Answer Salary Expectations

 

When attending job interviews, many candidates dread the inevitable question about their salary expectations. The key to a successful response is to do thorough research and answer with confidence. Take a look at our handy guide to find out how to up-to-date salary information and how to use this information to strategically respond to the salary expectations question in a job interview setting. Read Now >>> 

 

 

7. How to Sell Yourself In a Job Interview

 

When you are job hunting, you cannot rely on the quality of your work to speak for itself. In order to land the opportunities you want, you need to be able to communicate your achievements and make your positive results visible to others. If you struggle with promoting yourself to potential employers, then you should check out our guide to learn how to sell yourself in a job interview. Read Now >>> 

 

 

8. 4 Day Work Week: Pros & Cons

 

Shorter working weeks – just a fad or the future of work? In recent years, there have been increased calls from workers around the world for a four-day work week. According to Berkley’s own research, a whopping 83% of respondents stated that they were in favour of a four-day working week. n response to the growing demand for shorter working hours, the Irish Government has invited academics to submit proposals about how a four-day work week could operate in Ireland. In this article, we delve into how exactly the four-day week works and weigh up the pros and cons of this new working structure. Read Now >>> 

9. The Representation of Women in Ireland’s STEM Sector

 

The STEM sector is key to Ireland’s success and is likely to grow in importance over the coming decades. While Irish men and women are as likely to pursue science careers, there is a clear imbalance in the areas of technology, engineering and mathematics. Studies produced over the years about the gender disparities within STEM have created the metaphor of the “leaky pipeline” to describe the points at which girls and women leave STEM. As the STEM sector continues to grow in importance, it is women who are likely to be left behind due to the long-standing gender gap across both STEM education and industry. Learn More >>> 

 

 

10. How to Find Remote Jobs

 

As the jobs market edges closer to pre-pandemic normality, many workers are looking to maintain the flexibility and freedom they gained during the lockdown. If you are seeking a new role in 2022 then you should broaden your search to include remote jobs. This will add an entirely new dimension to your job hunt as there are many new tactics you will need to add to your traditional job-hunting strategy. Fear not, however, Berkley is here to help! Read this guide to learn more about how to find remote jobs in the New Year. Read Now >>>