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7 lessons about finding the work you were meant to do
Whether it was during a career aptitude test or in a heart-to-heart chat after getting laid off, chances are someone has talked to you about how to “find your calling.” It’s one of those phrases people toss about. But StoryCorps founder Dave Isay takes issue with it … specifically, the verb.
“Finding your calling — it’s not passive,” he says. “When people have found their calling, they’ve made tough decisions and sacrifices in order to do the work they were meant to do.”
In other words, you don’t just “find” your calling — you have to fight for it. And it’s worth the fight. “People who’ve found their calling have a fire about them,” says Isay, the winner of the 2015 TED Prize. “They’re the people who are dying to get up in the morning and go do their work.”
To read the full article click:
https://ideas.ted.com/7-lessons-about-finding-the-work-you-were-meant-to-do/
Congratulations to Edel Smyth as she celebrates 10 great years with Clark.
Optimists Are Better at Finding New Jobs
Optimistic thinking empowers us during uncertain times, prompting us to take positive action steps. The reason for this is that optimists generally expect good things to happen in the face of challenges and, most importantly, believe that their behavior matters for creating positive change.
Optimism is also helpful during the interview process, making candidates appear more likeable and capable. When a hiring manager asks about a recent challenge and how you solved it, the way you frame your response is telling for future performance.
The most hopeful aspect coming out of optimism research is that our mindset is malleable — just like a muscle at the gym, we can work on it to strengthen it. Our mindset is not merely a result of genes and upbringing. By refocusing attention on the positive, meaningful parts of life and our personal strengths, we can scientifically retrain the brain to default to that way of thinking.
To read the full article click:
https://hbr.org/2016/04/optimists-are-better-at-finding-new-jobs
Welcome Niamh Flynn to our Permanent Recruitment division.
We’re delighted to welcome Niamh Flynn to our Permanent Recruitment division.
Niamh has over 20 years’ experience in the world of Accounts and holds her degree in Economics and English from Maynooth University.
A seasoned professional, she has worked across several sectors including tech startups, SaaS organisations, was involved in the setup of an SSC in one of their European divisions and more recently worked in an Irish manufacturing and export business.
She will manage the Accountancy, Finance, Compliance & Risk division within Clark. Niamh can be contacted on 045 881888 or niamh@clark.ie.
Welcome Niamh. We’re delighted to have you join our team.
3 Traits You Need to Thrive in a Hybrid Work Environment
Now that workplaces are turning to a hybrid model, many of us are going to have to face change and uncertainty like we never have before. Research in organizational psychology suggests that three traits will help you navigate this new era:
- Curiosity predicts your willingness to learn and grow your potential.
- Empathy helps you understand what others are thinking and feeling.
- Openness helps you defy your own expectations and question your assumptions.
To read the full article click here:
https://hbr.org/2021/08/3-traits-you-need-to-thrive-in-a-hybrid-work-environment
The Clark team are returning to the office on the 20th of September
With every safety measure in place, we will continue to provide the same great service.
You can contact us by phone on 045 881888 or via email hello@clark.ie.
It’s good to be together again.
How Company Culture Shapes Employee Motivation
Clark proudly celebrates 23 years in business
Retail giant Penneys is planning state of the art logistics centre outside Newbridge
Retail giant Penneys is planning a state-of-the-art logistics centre for its parent company Primark outside Newbridge.
Dozens of jobs could be created with the proposed €75m facility which will span a massive 500,000 square feet and sit on a 38 acre site at Great Connell off the R445.
A planning application on the proposed facility is expected to go before Kildare Co Council soon.
