Maybe the corner has been turned and there is evidence of the first green shoots; the IMF have departed (for now), the markets want to invest in us again and the ratings agencies have fished us out of the junk basket. Is it now time to review your own career plans?
There will be no return to the halcyon days of the Celtic Tiger. Today’s job market, in a rising economy, will be focussed on delivery and cost. Any job or career you pursue will need to be targeted and pursued in a focussed way – based on a realistic marriage of what you have to offer and what your future employer needs. To second guess the latter you will need the best of market information to identify what skills, expertise and achivements are valued in a recovering economy. And despite what the experts say you won’t get all you need on-line; that’s like conducting a murder investigation based on forensic information only. It’s not the data that talks – it’s the contacts. Now, as much as at any time in the past you need to be creative and resourceful in your career and job search.
So get weaving. I can help you get started and get a road map together.