Workwise Conference
| What is it? | This free conference is being organised to assist people who have lost their employment in the last 12 months due to the current recession |
| Location | National College of Ireland, IFSC, Dublin |
| When | Thursday 28th and Friday 29th May 2009 |
| Time | 10am – 4.30pm |
| Cost | Free of Charge |
| Audience | 300 people recently unemployed |
Registration has been extended until 5pm on Wednesday 27th May.
Thank you for visiting our site to find information and register for the WORKWISE conference. The WORKWISE conference is open to anybody in Republic of Ireland who has lost their employment in the last 12 months. A lottery will then take place to choose the 300 people to attend the 2 day event. They will be notified by email. We will only allow one registration application per person.
Topics and Speakers
Day 1
Stress Management - Handling the stress of unemployment. Tips on keeping mentally and physically strong in your changed circumstances
Career Detection – What is your perfect role? This workshop is designed to help participants identify their transferable skills and help them get jobs. You will be shown how to find a career and job that suits you.
Personality Profiler - Psychometrics will help us understand ourselves better and assist us in communicating effectively while seeking employment
Day 2
Interview-wise - How to succeed at Job Interviews? Top tips on applying for jobs, writing letters and CV’s and preparing for interviews. This workshop will also focus on participants developing excellent interview techniques.
What Employers Want? – This session gives participants an opportunity to ask top recruiters what they look for when recruiting. Top interview mistakes that people should avoid.
Opportunity in Disguise – Motivational speaker who will outline how with mental strength and a strong resolve you maybe able to turn your current challenging circumstances into an opportunity for a new start
Speakers include Brian McIvor, Brody Sweeney, John Ryan, Conor Morris, Ray McKiernan, Dave Malone and Dr. Paul Mooney