Marie Devane is about to officially launch her business “Devane Careers” based in the heart of the picturesque village of Monivea. Marie says there is a need particularly for the provision of career guidance counselling, and Interview Preparation Techniques in the current market, and individuals must work harder at “putting their best foot forward” in order to succeed.
Having spent over twenty years in the field of Human Resources at Medtronic Vascular Galway, Marie has gained extensive experience both in interviewing people and in people development.
So, whether you’re studying for that exam, preparing for that interview, seeking that development opportunity, working towards that promotion, changing career, Marie will help, encourage and provide you with the techniques to put your best foot forward.
Marie says: “I am about giving you the tools and the techniques to accompany your talents and thus enable you to perform to your best. I am a firm believer in the power of self confidence and therefore will work with you to develop your confidence and belief in yourself”
Marie enables individuals to look within, and through very interactive sessions discovers talents and strengths to work with. She says once they are discovered, its then a matter of weaving them into your curriculum vitae, your interview preparation or indeed your College Programme choice.
Marie holds a Masters in Human Resource Leadership and has been awarded certificates in competence in Psychological Testing with the British Psychological Society. She is also a Chartered Member of The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.
Marie is very involved in the local Community. She feels she continues to learn more about the developmental needs of people by working along side them in a variety of Community based projects. She plays a key role in the Abbeyknockmoy Set Dancing Club, she is the PRO person in The Monivea Market Committee, and is a Qualified Leader at the Monivea Foroige (For Young) Club.
Marie is delighted to provide this service from Marian House in the village of Monivea. She says “the environment here has a natural energy about it, while at the same time is peaceful and relaxing”.
The Official Opening of Devane Careers will take place at Marian House, Monivea Village, on Friday October 1st 2010 at 7.00pm and all are welcome.
Senator Fidelma Healy Eames, spokesperson for Education and Science, will perform the official opening.
For further information, contact Marie on 087 7475865
e-mail marie@devanecareers.ie
http://www.devanecareers.ie/
Monday 27 September 2010
Sunday 19 September 2010
Healthy body - healthy Mind
And now for something a bit different....
Mary FitzPatrick B.Sc. CHEK Practitioner 2 will be coming to talk to us about the effects of stress on the body, both short-term and long-term. She will talk about stress management techniques and how we can manage our stress. Some of these include:
Food choices – energy givers Vs energy robbers
Sleep pattern – wake up with energy
Breathing – is your breathing pattern stressed?
Activity level – just move…
Hydration – uisce beatha!
She will talk about how the above will impact to alleviate or to increase the stress effect on the body.
Mary will also give is a short self-assessment of lifestyle/stress and provide some take home tips which are practical, simple and free (!)
1. Exercises
2. Maintaining healthy eating ideas
3. Increase energy and motivation with relaxation and sleep techniques
See you there.
Mary FitzPatrick B.Sc. CHEK Practitioner 2 will be coming to talk to us about the effects of stress on the body, both short-term and long-term. She will talk about stress management techniques and how we can manage our stress. Some of these include:
Food choices – energy givers Vs energy robbers
Sleep pattern – wake up with energy
Breathing – is your breathing pattern stressed?
Activity level – just move…
Hydration – uisce beatha!
She will talk about how the above will impact to alleviate or to increase the stress effect on the body.
Mary will also give is a short self-assessment of lifestyle/stress and provide some take home tips which are practical, simple and free (!)
1. Exercises
2. Maintaining healthy eating ideas
3. Increase energy and motivation with relaxation and sleep techniques
See you there.
Monday 13 September 2010
Bizcamp Galway
I attended Bizcamp Saturday last (Sept 11th) which was hosted in NUI Galway. For those of you who don’t know about Bizcamp, it is an “opportunity for entrepreneurs and innovators to come together, share experiences, and possibly create new value out of the day”. The event was organized on a voluntary basis by a number of entrepreneurs with a passion for the Irish business community to help each other in the current economic crisis.
The day kicked off at 9am for registration and free tea, coffee, scones, croissants etc (and not forgetting the free ice cream after lunch). The talks were given by a mixture of entrepreneurs, micro business, SME owners as well as established and well known business owners. There were five talks running simultaneously and you picked which one you preferred to attend. Each talk ran for 40 minutes and this led into the next round of five talks where you again picked your preferred topic. There were a total of 33 talks from 10am until 3pm ranging in themes from starting your business, IP protection, Pricing, PR and so on. Finally, there was a panel discussion at 3pm with notable speakers such as John Concannon (JFC) and Pat Phelan (Cubic Telecom).
The day ran like clockwork with the organisers working hard in the background getting speakers in and out of rooms in a timely fashion. The speakers themselves were engaging and the set up of the talks allowed for an environment where Q&A was encouraged and active participation from delegates. I think everyone learnt something from the day and most people made new (and I am sure, worthwhile) contacts.
I would like to applaud the organisers on their dedication to the idea of networking and learning. One of the great things about the day was the fact that everyone was there to share their story and use their experience to help or provide some ideas for those struggling with their own business ideas or micro business. I met a number of people who were seeking help in certain areas and came away from the day with practical ideas and advice for their next move.
From a tiny budget, a huge amount of value was created on Saturday and I am delighted (as are many others) to have been there to share, participate and learn with Bizcamp.
Well done Bizcamp Galway.
http://www.bizcamp.ie/galway/#who-is-bizcamp-for
The day kicked off at 9am for registration and free tea, coffee, scones, croissants etc (and not forgetting the free ice cream after lunch). The talks were given by a mixture of entrepreneurs, micro business, SME owners as well as established and well known business owners. There were five talks running simultaneously and you picked which one you preferred to attend. Each talk ran for 40 minutes and this led into the next round of five talks where you again picked your preferred topic. There were a total of 33 talks from 10am until 3pm ranging in themes from starting your business, IP protection, Pricing, PR and so on. Finally, there was a panel discussion at 3pm with notable speakers such as John Concannon (JFC) and Pat Phelan (Cubic Telecom).
The day ran like clockwork with the organisers working hard in the background getting speakers in and out of rooms in a timely fashion. The speakers themselves were engaging and the set up of the talks allowed for an environment where Q&A was encouraged and active participation from delegates. I think everyone learnt something from the day and most people made new (and I am sure, worthwhile) contacts.
I would like to applaud the organisers on their dedication to the idea of networking and learning. One of the great things about the day was the fact that everyone was there to share their story and use their experience to help or provide some ideas for those struggling with their own business ideas or micro business. I met a number of people who were seeking help in certain areas and came away from the day with practical ideas and advice for their next move.
From a tiny budget, a huge amount of value was created on Saturday and I am delighted (as are many others) to have been there to share, participate and learn with Bizcamp.
Well done Bizcamp Galway.
http://www.bizcamp.ie/galway/#who-is-bizcamp-for
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