Digitalisation could lead to nearly 50,000 job ‘losses’. Here’s why the government isn't worried
The adoption of new technology is expected to slow employment growth but will also create opportunities.
Work
Poll: Do you think having an attractive office makes workers more productive?
Many argue that good design stimulates productivity – but not everyone’s a fan of today’s workplaces.
Wild office parties, risqué Secret Santa gifts and hazardous decorations can all spell trouble.
How a well-designed workspace will help you attract (and keep) valuable staff
New research shows that a carefully planned work environment can have long-lasting effects.
Poll: Do you believe anonymous online reviews for employers?
For some, Glassdoor is a useful hiring platform. But others think it’s open to abuse.
‘It’s part of the digital age’: How companies are dealing with online employee reviews
Glassdoor has attracted reviews from more than 20,000 employees in Ireland.
Why we should encourage over 55s to choose contract work over retirement
Senior personnel can offer valuable experience and fill skills gaps.
Ryanair is suing Irish officials over where the airline's staff are taxed
The High Court challenge relates to tax laws for Europe-based workers.
Irish chefs will be asked to be more 'positive' with staff to dispel the Gordon Ramsay image
Chef Network is launching a ‘kitchen charter’ as worker shortages continue to rise in the industry.
Here's how you can boost staff morale during the dark winter months
It’s vital that employers look after their workers’ mental and physical well-being.
Hold-ups at Ireland's workplace watchdog are causing business headaches
Postponements, absent parties and late submissions are creating logjams.
Ireland's a post-Brexit paradise for EU staff in the UK - but many are priced out of the move
The cost of housing is too much for some, while taxes make high-earners think twice.
'I'm blind and employed - but I'm the minority. Here's how employers can change that'
It often doesn’t take a lot for companies to mine this largely untapped talent pool.
Here's all you need to know about uncovering - and reporting - gender pay gaps
Now is the time for companies to get ready for incoming legislation.
Poll: Would you get junior recruits to coach senior staff?
Some say ‘reverse mentoring’ builds ‘a more inclusive’ workforce. Others find it patronising.
Takeover on the horizon? Here's how it will impact your staff
Employment law is fairly strict when it comes to mergers and acquisitions.
Here's why you should use younger recruits to coach senior staff
‘Reverse mentoring’ schemes send a clear message that learning is a life-long thing.
Here's a lesson in making staff redundant without causing extra stress at a tough time
A shoe store managed to overturn an unfair dismissal claim in the Labour Court. Here’s how.
Nine years after moving its HQ to Ireland, 'experience gift' giant Smartbox will launch here
The French-founded company has more than 600 staff in Dublin – and it plans to keep expanding.
Poll: Do you think employee opinion surveys are worthwhile?
Some say they’re useful for employers. Others think they don’t reflect issues that may be affecting workers.